By Joe Vitiello Often when people hear the word protein, they think of muscle – as in muscle heads at the gym. And while protein is indeed needed to build muscle, it’s not only the gym rats who need it – we all need it….
By John Anderer Pre-packaged snacks, frozen pizzas, and other processed ready-to-eat meals may seem like a time-saver in the moment. Important new research finds such dietary choices may end up robbing us of time in a different way down the line, however. Scientists in Brazil show…
By Marinka Steur, University of Cambridge and Nita Forouhi, University of Cambridge Heart disease is a major cause of death worldwide – responsible for some 9 million deaths a year. But it is preventable, and health behaviour changes – such as exercising more, quitting smoking…
By Sara Tipton This is always a time of gratitude and thanks and as Thanksgiving day soon approaches, many have noticed empty spots on shelves at their grocery stores and the rising prices are adding stress. However, there are things you can make for Thanksgiving,…
By GreenMedInfo Research Group Want to lighten up and slide effortlessly into summer fun? Eating these nine foods is a great way to boost your health and detoxify your body — so you can sail through spring with ease. Springtime is the natural time of…
By Mayukh Saha Rob Greenfield has been on a special mission to spread the message of sustainable living and drive people to turn into radical environmental activists. He uses unusual approaches like wearing trash he generates, foraging his daily meals, and cycling around the US…
Eating a healthy diet, such as the Mediterranean diet, has a positive impact on health, but little is known about the effects of including unhealthy foods in an otherwise healthy diet. Now researchers at Rush University Medical Center have reported diminished benefits of a Mediterranean…
By: GMI Reporter Five million people die from stroke every year. Those deaths can be cruel and lingering. These 9 foods can help keep you safe. Worldwide five million people die from stroke every year accounting for about 10 percent of total deaths.[i] But those deaths…
A type of wrinkled ‘super pea’ may help control blood sugar levels and could reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, suggests a new study. The research, from scientists at Imperial College London, the John Innes Centre, Quadram Institute Bioscience and University of Glasgow, suggests…
By Robert Wheeler Over the past several weeks, I have written numerous articles on the state of the food supply chain and the coming food shortages. From the time I began writing those articles to now, pending food shortage claims have gone from “dangerous conspiracy…
By Dr. Diane Fulton You may have a low level of magnesium in your diet that is preventing you from reaping important health benefits. Magnesium (Mg) is considered a healthy mineral essential to your body, but it is estimated that 75% of Americans and people…
By Mac Slavo Toilet paper has become the hottest commodity of 2020 thanks to the panicked masses hoarding it in the hours after the coronavirus was dubbed a pandemic by the World Health Organization on March 11. But most preppers already had enough toilet paper,…
By Joe Martino The Facts: Presented is a list of immune-strengthening foods and immune weakening foods that you can make choices about during this time. Reflect On: Are the foods you are eating supporting your immunity? The coronavirus is a virus that can easily be…
By Sara Tipton Broccoli can be considered a superfood because of its nutritional content. While it’s a polarizing vegetable because not everyone likes it, there are a few ways you can make it more tasty to get the nutritional benefits of this amazing food! NUTRITIONAL…
As food consumed in the U.S. becomes more and more processed, obesity may become more prevalent. Through reviewing overall trends in food, George Washington University (GW) researcher Leigh A. Frame, PhD, MHS, concluded that detailed recommendations to improve diet quality and overall nutrition are needed…
URBANA, Ill. – Pet owners are increasingly treating their “fur-babies” like members of the family. In response, some pet food companies are developing diets that more closely resemble human food, incorporating human-grade meat and vegetable ingredients that pass USDA quality inspections. Until now, little research…
By Sara Tipton When we found out that a reaction our daughter was having in late summer was due to dairy consumption, we immediately stopped purchasing anything with any dairy in it whatsoever. But then my quest for a good dairy-free cheese began, and after…
By Alanna Ketler The Facts: 2,000 unregulated chemicals are currently being used in many conventional packaged foods across the U.S. Reflect On: Do you know what you are putting into your body? If you can’t pronounce an ingredient, chances are you shouldn’t be consuming it….
Ultra-processed foods, which account for more than half of an average American’s daily calories, are linked to lower measures of cardiovascular health, according to preliminary research to be presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2019 — November 16-18 in Philadelphia. The Association’s Scientific…
Eating mostly plant-based foods and fewer animal-based foods may be linked to better heart health and a lower risk of dying from a heart attack, stroke or other cardiovascular disease according to new research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, the Open…
