Nutrition
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The Patio-Pot Solution
Want to help save the butterflies? Food writer Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl on how something as simple as planting a patch of herbs can support these pollinators.
How to Decode Health Media
Here’s what you need to know regarding the food industry’s influence on what we hear about nutrition.
Spring Greens: Quick and Easy Tips, Recipes, and Nutrition Know-How
Fire up your salads and other dishes with the peppery flavors of watercress, dandelion greens, mustard greens, and arugula.
Should I Eat 3 or 6 Meals a Day?
A University of Oslo study discovered that eating three meals a day, rather than six, produces greater muscle and strength gains.
The Lunchtime Blues
Christy Rice shares her thoughts on why our school-age children need more time to eat their lunch.
Goitrogens: Thyroid Busters or Thyroid Boosters?
Holistic nutrition coach Jill Grunewald offers an update on the pros and cons of goitrogenic foods.
Low vitamin D levels linked to cancer and heart disease, studies show
The studies, which looked at data on more than one million people, confirmed previously reported evidence of the risks associated with vitamin D deficiency.
Revisiting the Nutrient-Timing Window
Researchers are taking a second look at nutrient timing: Here are some of the latest findings.
A Minute-by-Minute Guide on How Soda Impacts Your Body
The effects of soda consumption are dramatic — and speedy. Minutes after you take the first swig, the assault begins, and your body goes into a sugar-induced upward — and then downward — spiral. Here’s what happens.
Spring Forward: Creative Ways to Eat More Dark Leafy Greens
Plentiful in springtime, dark greens are a fine way to coax your diet from its winter doldrums.
TAKING NOTES: The Right Diet
Senior editor Anjula Razdan shares her top hits from “The Right Diet” session at the recent Integrative Health Symposium.
What’s the Beef?
A whopper of a question. And the answer food writer Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl offers makes a strong case for knowing your rancher and farmer.
Do You Need Milk?
Harvard nutritionists David Ludwig and Walter Willett argue that milk should be a dietary choice, not a nutritional requirement.
How to Eat More Seeds: Recipes, Techniques, and More
Chia, pumpkin, flax, sesame, and sunflower seeds are power foods that are packed with nutrients and can be easily added to your meals.
What Makes a “Shamrock Shake” Green?
We take a look at the artificial food dyes that give St. Patrick’s Day-themed treats their signature hue.
The Brain-Boosting Power of Water
A new report shows that when you drink water, your brain works better.
An Addictive Test: The CAGE Questionnaire
The CAGE questionnaire is a quick way to gauge whether or not your cravings are out of control.
100 Days of School
Christy Rice offers a revised “100 Days of School” list that could help teach kids about basic arithmetic and eating healthy.
Detox Your Way to Food Freedom
Dr. Mark Hyman shares details about the detox outlined in his latest book.
The Critical Role Pollinators Play and What You Can Do to Help
Bees are under attack. Here are some ideas on what you can do to save them.