Pumpkin is a nutrient-rich, low-calorie vegetable that offers numerous health benefits. It's packed with vitamins A, C, and E, which support immune function, skin health, and eye health, along with potassium and fiber for heart health and digestion. The antioxidants in pumpkin, such as beta-carotene and lutein, help protect cells from damage, reduce inflammation, and may lower the risk of chronic diseases. With its high fiber and water content, pumpkin is also filling and hydrating. Here are tips for selection and preparation:
As part of the “Plants for Joints” study, the diet intervention study recently published in the British Medical Journal, improvements were also noted for individuals with autoimmune rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Being a part of a group has many positive benefits. A recent study out of Florida University suggests that having a sense of belonging to a social group may also significantly affect our food choices, which could push us towards more nutritious options.
The relationship between intake of highly palatable, ultra-processed foods like soda, chips, and cookies is well established with the risk of weight gain and heart disease. New research now suggests these beverages and foods may pose a higher risk of having a stroke.
Have you ever started rooting around in your pantry immediately after a delicious dinner? Don’t blame your appetite. New research suggests you may have overactive food-seeking neurons in your brain.
Every day, the war on health is fought in the kitchen, where we decide what to nourish ourselves with. The stakes are high, but so are the rewards. By making small, consistent changes—choosing whole foods over processed options, embracing cultural food wisdom, and being mindful of our eating habits—we can ensure lasting victories in the fight for better health.
Here is an easy way to make hard-boiled eggs that peel well. Eggs are about $3-4 per dozen so one serving (2 eggs) averages about .58 cents. If you hard boil them ahead of time you can use them on salads, bowls, ramen, and pita pockets. Win!
You may have heard that a calorie is a calorie, but new research by the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health study suggests not all calories are the same.
Researchers in Japan may have cracked the code on middle-age obesity. A new study on rats from Nagoya University finds that changes in neuron shape in the hypothalamus, an area of the brain that regulates appetite and metabolism, could be the key.
While most B vitamins are water-soluble and benign in large amounts, niacin is not one of them. Recently, a study published in Nature Medicine indicates that a byproduct of niacin has been linked with a higher risk of cardiovascular events. This is concerning since niacin is often added to many foods or used in supplemental form.
Potatoes are one of the most economical vegetables! A 5-pound bag of potatoes costs about $2.99, making them .04 per ounce with about 26 calories. Many other vegetables cost around 12 cents per ounce.
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From Patch to Plate: Pumpkin 101
Pumpkin is a nutrient-rich, low-calorie vegetable that offers numerous health benefits. It's packed with vitamins A, C, and E, which support immune function, skin health, and eye health, along with potassium and fiber for heart health and digestion. The antioxidants in pumpkin, such as beta-carotene and lutein, help protect cells from damage, reduce inflammation, and may lower the risk of chronic diseases. With its high fiber and water content, pumpkin is also filling and hydrating. Here are tips for selection and preparation:
Plant-based Diet shows Improvement and Medication Reduction in RA
As part of the “Plants for Joints” study, the diet intervention study recently published in the British Medical Journal, improvements were also noted for individuals with autoimmune rheumatoid arthritis (RA).
Sense of belonging impacts food choices
Being a part of a group has many positive benefits. A recent study out of Florida University suggests that having a sense of belonging to a social group may also significantly affect our food choices, which could push us towards more nutritious options.
Drop The Cookie: Ultra-Processed Food Intake Increases Risk For Stroke
The relationship between intake of highly palatable, ultra-processed foods like soda, chips, and cookies is well established with the risk of weight gain and heart disease. New research now suggests these beverages and foods may pose a higher risk of having a stroke.
Seeking snacks after a big meal? It may have nothing to do with appetite!
Have you ever started rooting around in your pantry immediately after a delicious dinner? Don’t blame your appetite. New research suggests you may have overactive food-seeking neurons in your brain.
War for Health Fought and Won In The Kitchen
Every day, the war on health is fought in the kitchen, where we decide what to nourish ourselves with. The stakes are high, but so are the rewards. By making small, consistent changes—choosing whole foods over processed options, embracing cultural food wisdom, and being mindful of our eating habits—we can ensure lasting victories in the fight for better health.
Protein .58 per serving - with meal prep idea
Here is an easy way to make hard-boiled eggs that peel well. Eggs are about $3-4 per dozen so one serving (2 eggs) averages about .58 cents. If you hard boil them ahead of time you can use them on salads, bowls, ramen, and pita pockets. Win!
Fall Soup Ideas
Here are some comforting fall soup ideas that make the most of seasonal produce and flavors.
Can reducing isoleucine help you eat more, weigh less, and increase longevity?
You may have heard that a calorie is a calorie, but new research by the University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health study suggests not all calories are the same.
The shape of your brain neurons may change your “shape” in middle age
Researchers in Japan may have cracked the code on middle-age obesity. A new study on rats from Nagoya University finds that changes in neuron shape in the hypothalamus, an area of the brain that regulates appetite and metabolism, could be the key.
Fun Halloween Recipes!
Want to get your clients excited about the upcoming holiday in a healthful way? Try one of these spooky Halloween recipes!
Pepper Glossary
Here's a glossary of common culinary pepper spices.
More Flavor Lower Sodium: Herbs and Spices to Try
Here is a list of new herbs and spices to try in your kitchen
Which Potato?
Potatoes come in many varieties, and each type has its own best cooking methods. Here's a guide on how to cook different types of potatoes:
How Much Niacin is Optimal?
While most B vitamins are water-soluble and benign in large amounts, niacin is not one of them. Recently, a study published in Nature Medicine indicates that a byproduct of niacin has been linked with a higher risk of cardiovascular events. This is concerning since niacin is often added to many foods or used in supplemental form.
Keeping Potatoes Healthy
Shopping On A Budget? Go Potato!
Potatoes are one of the most economical vegetables! A 5-pound bag of potatoes costs about $2.99, making them .04 per ounce with about 26 calories. Many other vegetables cost around 12 cents per ounce.
Fiber, family history, and your gut bacteria- the perfect storm for Inflammatory Bowel Disease
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