In a world where caffeine reigns supreme for quick energy fixes, turning to nutrient-dense organic foods offers a sustainable alternative. These foods provide essential vitamins, minerals, proteins, and complex carbohydrates that support steady energy levels by stabilizing blood sugar, enhancing oxygen transport, and fueling cellular processes. Unlike caffeine, they avoid the crash and promote overall […]
Tomato nutrient may intercept cancer growth
A nutrient in cooked tomatoes has been shown in laboratory studies to slow the growth of or even kill prostate cancer cells. Dr Mridula Chopra and colleagues at the University of Portsmouth tested the effect of the nutrient lycopene on the simple mechanism through which cancer cells hijack a body’s healthy blood supply in order […]
Hazelnuts improve older adults’ micronutrient levels
Older adults who added hazelnuts to their diet for a few months significantly improved their levels of two key micronutrients, new research at Oregon State University indicates. In the study, 32 people age 55 and older ate about 57 grams of hazelnuts — 2 ounces or about one-third cup — daily for 16 weeks. Results […]
Vegans May Lack Essential Nutrient Intake, Study Reports
The health benefits of a plant-based diet is well-known, but the question remains: Could vegans be at risk for deficiency of essential nutrients? A retrospective review by Mayo Clinic physicians recently published in the Journal of the American Osteopathic Association indicated that vegans should ensure adequate intake of a few nutrients. According to a 2012 Gallup poll, […]