Even a small amount of fresh herbs can double or even quadruple the antioxidant power of a meal. The abilities of oregano to decrease chromosomal damage from radiation and marjoram to affect hormone levels in women with PCOS are put to the test.
Miso is packed with sodium, which is linked to both stomach cancer and high blood pressure, so is it safe to consume?
The link between Parkinson’s and dairy may not be explained just by the pesticides and lactose.
Avoid sugary and cholesterol-laden foods to reduce the risk of our most common cause of chronic liver disease.
What three things can we do to lower our sodium intake? Are there any tricks for interpreting nutrition facts labeling on processed foods?
Dietary diversity is important because each plant family has a unique combination of phytonutrients that may bind to specific proteins within our body.
Why should we wait ten minutes after chopping or crushing garlic before we cook it unless we’re going in for elective surgery within the next week?
The majority of polyphenol phytonutrients may be bound to fiber, helping to explain the marked difference in health impacts between whole fruit and fruit juice.
Consumption of even small amounts of garlic or raisins are associated with significantly lower risk of pregnant women going into premature labor or having their water break too soon.
Suppressing the engine-of-aging enzyme TOR (Target of Rapamycin) by reducing intake of leucine–rich animal products, such as milk, may reduce cancer risk.
