Exactly what is salt, and how do the different types of salt vary in taste, nutrient content, and use in cooking?

Consuming just one extra serving of fruit and vegetables daily could have the same effect on mental health as walking 8 extra days per month...

Maybe it’s time to stop using the jar or bottle and instead go with fresh ingredients to add pizazz to your meals!

“Supportive but not conclusive scientific evidence suggests that daily consumption of about 1½ tablespoons (20 grams) of oils containing high levels of oleic acid, may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease...”

The results of the recent twin study showing the strong association between high sodium intake and elevated BP that is independent of central adiposity coupled with Dr. Hinderliter’s study of the DASH diet and exercise program described here confirm research conducted at the Pritikin Center 35+ years ago. Overall, it seems clear that most patients diagnosed with elevated BP could lower their BP sufficiently to avoid the need for BP-drugs.

I’m writing this from my standing desk. I’ve had it for a few months and...

In a recent study of over 68,200 men and women (between the ages of 45 and 83) that were monitored for 16 years, subjects that ate an anti-inflammatory diet had an 18% lower risk of dying from any cause compared to subjects who did not follow the diet as closely.

The holiday season is upon us -- do you have the tools you need to help your clients navigate its pitfalls?

Beyond trimming your weight and waistline, there’s an even more important benefit to reducing calorie intake...

A recent cross-sectional study indicates that meal planning may increase home meal prep, which is associated with improved diet quality, food variety, compliance with dietary guidelines and weight status...

Plant foods like fruit, vegetables, whole grains, beans, lentils, nuts, and seeds are  not only loaded with phytochemicals, vitamins, and minerals to fight disease, but they’re also great sources of fiber...