The Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension (DASH) diet was designed to help lower high blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart disease through an emphasis on fruits, vegetables, lean protein, and limited salt, sugar, and fat intake. High blood pressure...
The Mediterranean diet is based on the traditional foods of countries bordering the Mediterranean Sea, including France, Spain, Greece, and Italy. Research has long suggested that people living in these regions tend to have a lower risk of the many chronic conditions...
It’s much easier to make and enjoy salads on a daily basis when you keep the essentials on hand. You may want to feature a main course salad in your household several times weekly, with a side of comforting soup and avocado toast or whole grain crackers. Be sure...
Nuts and seeds play important roles in a plant-based diet, but to take full advantage of these nutritional gems, enjoy them fresh. Heat processing damages the delicate oils they contain, denigrating them nutritionally. And the roasting process promotes oxidation of...
Do you periodically battle the blues? That may be normal, but clinical depression is another story. This medical illness, which is the leading cause of disability in the United States, impacts 15 million American adults. Causes of depression can vary. In some cases,...
In exploring the world of raw vegan cuisine, you may find yourself besieged with information, such as why you should eat this way, and the “rules” according to various gurus, associated pros and cons, etc. Some of this information is science-based, but much of what...
