If you’re focused on feeling full after a meal, supporting muscle growth, helping your body build strong bones, and boosting your immune health, then protein should be a part of your plate. Of course, carbohydrates and healthy fats are important in supporting our overall health and well-being. But protein plays such an important role in… Read More »
Nutrition for Athletes: Improving Performance in Competitive Sports READING TIME: 4 MIN. The impact of nutrition on athletic performance cannot be overstated, especially for elite athletes who rely on specific nutritional strategies to maintain peak physical condition. Chris Paul’s Nutrition Strategy for Longevity and Performance One of the most durable and successful point guards in… Read More »
Share on PinterestCould a low-carb diet help support heart health? Image credit: Nadine Greeff/Stocksy. Low-carb diets, that is, diets providing less than 130 grams of carbohydrates per day, are often viewed as nutrient deficient diets due to their restrictive nature. But a recent study analyzing the calorie and nutrient levels provided by well-planned low- and… Read More »
Sign up for CNN’s Eat, But Better: Mediterranean Style. Our eight-part guide reveals a delicious, expert-backed diet that will improve your health for life.. CNN — Nutrients like iron and calcium are critical for blood and bone health, respectively, but more than half the world’s population doesn’t get enough of these and five other nutrients… Read More »
Credit: CC0 Public Domain At least 11 of the 17 members of the Scientific Advisory Committee on Nutrition (SACN) have conflicts of interest with companies including Nestle, sugar makers Tate and Lyle and the world’s largest ice cream maker Unilever, reports Sophie Borland. BMJ. At least six of the 11 members of SACN’s Maternal and… Read More »
A balanced and nutritious diet is vital for overall health. We celebrate National Nutrition Month from September 1-30 to highlight the importance of proper nutrition and healthy eating habits. It provides a forum to address nutritional issues, educate, empower, and engage people and communities in making better food choices. Therefore, following a balanced diet with… Read More »
Salmon is a healthy type of fatty fish that provides many nutritional benefits. The American Heart Association (AHA) recommends eating fish like salmon twice a week because of its protein and heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. A standard serving of fish is three ounces of cooked fish, or about 3/4 cup of flaked fish. Consuming healthy… Read More »
It’s normal and expected for your brain to change over time, but there are many things you can do to keep your brain as healthy as possible throughout your life and reduce your risk of developing neurodegenerative disorders (like Alzheimer’s or Parkinson’s disease) as you age. You can adopt basic healthy habits like exercising regularly,… Read More »
The pregnancy journey does not end with birth; it marks the beginning of a new life filled with its own unique challenges and experiences. Postpartum recovery, breastfeeding, and adjusting to the physical and emotional demands of motherhood are all important aspects that follow. With everything that happens postpartum, myths and misconceptions about nutrition are likely… Read More »
A fantastic blend of cultures from all over the world in one place. This is one of the selling points of the Games Village at every Olympics as the ‘THE PLACE TO BE’ for the two summer weeks held every four years. The blend of so many different cultures offers a wide variety of cuisines… Read More »