Bite into a juicy pear this December during National Pear Month. Pears are a popular pick in the fall and winter months when they are in season and readily available in most grocery stores. These fruits are versatile in the kitchen and contain nutrients favorable for cardiovascular health and prevention of type 2 diabetes. …
4 Stress-Fighting Foods to End the Year with a Bang!
Shopping, cooking, gift wrapping…there’s never enough hours in the days leading up to the holidays. All too often your eating habits and nutritional health suffers from the stress. Here are 4 foods to include in your meals this month to fight the stress and come out feeling strong. Blueberries: Blueberries are tiny berries that…
An Apple a Day for Your Health
December 1st was “Eat a red apple day.” We have all heard the saying, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away,” but what is it that really makes apples such a health booster? Red apples are a great source of vitamin C and dietary fiber. Like most fruits, it is fat-free and low in…
Stay Healthy with Freshly Brewed Tea!
Are you a tea drinker? I mean real, freshly brewed tea. Well, if you are I am sure you have heard that tea can offer many nutritional benefits. If you are not, give it a try. Whether it is a hot, relaxing cup of hot tea or a cold refreshing glass of iced tea, this…
Selected Phytochemicals: Potential Functions and Food Sources
Phytochemical Function Food Source Isoflavones Blocks estrogen from entering cells, possibly lowering the risk of ovarian and breast cancer; protects against heart disease by reducing blood clotting and cholesterol levels Soy foods Lycopene Powerful antioxidant; linked to reduced prostate cancer risk Red pigment in tomatoes, pink grapefruit, watermelon, raspberries, strawberries, guava Saponins Interferes with DNA…
