Non-Perishable Foods: Types, Benefits, and Uses
Foods contain microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi that can be dangerous when consumed. Although washing and cooking food helps prevent food poisoning, proper storage is the first step. Some foods require refrigeration below 40 degrees Fahrenheit (4 degrees Celsius), while others remain stable at room temperature for long periods. These foods are called shelf-stable […]
Holiday Foods and Weight Loss: Tips From a Dietitian
Many people have weight loss or management goals to maintain or better their health. Weight loss plans typically involve consistent habits like staying active, eating a balanced diet, getting enough sleep, and, in certain cases, prescription weight loss medications. The holiday season—filled with busy schedules, social events, rich foods, and festive treats—can make maintaining your […]
Boost Your Immunity With These 16 Foods
Your diet can significantly affect the health and functioning of your immune system. The immune system is a network that protects your body from harmful bacteria, toxins, parasites, and viruses. Choosing foods rich in vitamins, minerals, fatty acids, and other nutrients necessary for immune function can help keep your body healthy. Eating more immune-boosting foods […]
How Ultra-Processed Foods Can Hurt Your Muscle Health—Even If You Work Out
A diet rich in ultra-processed foods has been linked with a host of health issues, including the risk of metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers. Now, a new study has found that routinely consuming these items could affect another aspect of health: muscle quality. The research, presented Dec. 4 at the Radiological Society […]
10 Foods Centenarians Eat for a Long, Healthy Life
Centenarians—people who live to be at least 100 years old—have captured the attention of researchers worldwide. Many centenarians live in regions now called Blue Zones, including Loma Linda, California; Nicoya, Costa Rica; Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; and Okinawa, Japan. Researchers have studied the eating patterns of Blue Zone residents since diet plays a significant role […]
20 Healthy Comfort Foods, According to a Dietitian
Comfort foods generally refer to dishes that evoke positive emotions, such as calmness, joy, or a sense of connectedness. These foods are often linked to cultural traditions and memories. They can include childhood favorites and home-cooked meals. Comfort foods may or may not be high in calories, fat, and sugar, but consuming them in moderation […]
These Choline-Rich Foods Can Help Boost Your Brain Health
Choline is a nutrient that supports important functions in the body, like facilitating a healthy metabolism and building cell membranes. It also helps produce neurotransmitters—chemicals that allow brain cells to communicate. This makes choline essential for brain and nervous system health, especially during a fetus’s development. Choline must come from dietary sources. Adequate dietary choline […]
20 Soluble Fiber Foods To Improve Your Gut Health
Fiber is an essential nutrient for health and is found in plant foods. There are two types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber comes from the inner parts of plants and turns into a gel in your gut. Among its many benefits, soluble fiber binds to cholesterol in your small intestine, blocking its absorption. […]
Peculiar pumpkin spice pairings in foods
The December holiday season may already be on the minds of millions, but the fall scent of pumpkin spice is still to be found in scores of items, including candles, hand soaps — and food. From baked goods, yogurt and coffee to cereal and candy, pumpkin spice is just about everywhere these days. Take a […]
6 Commonly Eaten High FODMAP Foods
If you have irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), your healthcare provider may suggest swapping high-FODMAP foods for a low-FODMAP diet. FODMAPs (fermentable oligosaccharides, disaccharides, monosaccharides, and polyols) are carbohydrates that aren’t fully digested in the intestines. As they move through the small intestine, FODMAPs pull in water. When they reach the large intestine, gut bacteria break […]