How (and why) to ‘green’ your Mediterranean diet

How (and why) to ‘green’ your Mediterranean diet

An 18-month trial published Jan. 10 in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition investigated the effect of a “green” Mediterranean diet on age-related brain atrophy.Hayden Bird/Getty Images/iStockphoto A Mediterranean diet has been linked to better cognitive function, a lower rate of cognitive decline, and a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease. This eating pattern, rich in … Read more

Nutritionists share diet, indoor exercise tips to stay in shape amid Omicron

Nutritionists share diet, indoor exercise tips to stay in shape amid Omicron

Are you worried that your New Year’s resolutions in the gym or fitness might be defeated, courtesy of the Omicron lockdown or the appearance of Deltacron? Don’t worry because despite the stay-at-home orders and work-from-home lives brought on by this pandemic, we have the perfect solutions for people who need extra motivation to get healthy … Read more

How to eat your way to a better night’s sleep

How to eat your way to a better night’s sleep

Mediterranean diet The health benefits have been extensively researched and a Mediterranean diet has been shown to help in all areas of health. Essentially, it involves a high intake of fruits, vegetables, legumes, and grains, a moderate intake of fish, a low or moderate intake of dairy products, and a low intake of meat and … Read more

Olive Oil Intake Tied to Reduced Mortality

Olive Oil Intake Tied to Reduced Mortality

In an observational study of more than 90,000 US healthcare professionals, consumption of even a small amount of olive oil was associated with reduced overall mortality. Compared with men and women who rarely or never consumed olive oil (the lowest intake), those who consumed more than 0.5 tablespoons / day or more than 7 g … Read more

What are the health benefits of eating pecan nuts?

What are the health benefits of eating pecan nuts?

Pecan nuts, which look a bit like walnuts, are a type of dry fruit, which is not only delicious but also an excellent source of fibre, antioxidants and unsaturated fat. Its consumption is very beneficial for health and it can be helpful in getting quick relief from many physical problems. This is the reason why … Read more