Mandarins are an easy-peel citrus fruit that make great take-along snacks. Plus, they’re packed with plenty of vitamin C—more than 100% of needs in only 40 calories. Studies show vitamin C from this citrus family may help protect the body’s DNA from damage caused by air pollution and everyday wear and tear.
With a New Year comes a new you… right? This year let’s focus on a few key areas for better health but without the grand plans of dropping “all” those extra pounds or exercising “every day.” These simple tips will get you going on the right track for a healthy year ahead.
With the holidays already over, you may not be ready to let go of cozy-feeling baked goods. But at the same time you know many goodies come loaded with fat and added sugar. Here are some simple add-ins that up the nutrition of muffins, breads, scones and more.
In addition to boosting your healthy-bacteria count by eating foods rich in probiotics, you can also take supplements packed with probiotic power. You can find several different delivery methods for this in our healthy living department!
You’ve most likely heard that bacteria live in and on you. In fact, you have 10 times more bacteria cells than human cells residing in your body (which, you could say, makes you only 10% human!). You may also know that having and maintaining a healthy population of bacteria inside and outside your body helps support good digestive tract health and may also play a significant role in avoiding obesity, certain immune-related diseases and even cancer. And according to microbiome specialists (folks who study human body–based bacteria), we all should be paying closer attention to consuming foods with live bacteria.
Nothing says summer like the abundance of fresh veggies and fruits you see in the produce aisles and at roadside stands and farmers markets. Take advantage of eating fresh this season and infuse your body with a bounty of more than just vitamins and minerals typically found in produce.
Freshly picked vegetables and fruit (especially those locally grown) are bursting with phytonutrients that give these summer favorites their rich hues of purple, red, orange and yellow—yes, the rainbow! The likes of carotenoids and anthocyanins give summer produce its rich colors while giving you a host of health benefits such as protection for age-and diet-related diseases such as cancer and heart disease. Check out a few of our summertime favorites!
Capture the luscious summer sweetness of fruit by freezing it now and enjoying it on a rainy day this winter! You can easily DIY this summer’s bounty following these tips.
All about almonds? Awesome! These stellar nuts are best known for their vitamin E content, providing more than 40% of needs in just an ounce (about 23 almonds)! Studies show that almond–eaters have lower blood cholesterol levels, thanks to heart–healthy monounsaturated fats as well as phytonutrients, which scientists know keep hearts in tip-top shape.
Did you know making a dish from scratch not only tastes better, but can also be better for you? Compared to restaurant-prepared or off-the-shelf packaged foods, cooking fresh puts you in the know about what you’re eating and ultimately can lead to many health and personal benefits.