October is Vegetarian Awareness Month! We’d like to celebrate by offering this research-based fact sheet about plant protein and its place in the diet… What is Plant Protein? Plant protein is exactly what it sounds like — protein that comes from a...
Altering the course of pain through diet change Perhaps it’s time to change your oil? According to a study out of The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, a high-fat, Western diet can impact the risk of painful conditions in individuals already...
The next time you’re looking for a healthy and delicious beverage, reach for cherry juice. Like all types of fruit, cherries are low in calories and contain a variety of important nutrients including fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Cherries are good sources of the...
To understand anti-nutrients we first need to understand nutrients. Nutrients are substances in food that our bodies need to grow and thrive. Macronutrients are needed in larger amounts: protein, carbohydrate, and fat. Micronutrients including vitamins and minerals...
Each month we have a goal to make small, positive changes to develop new habits and a more healthful lifestyle. The July topic is about adding fish and seafood to your meals. Fish is a good source of protein and it isn’t high in saturated fats. There is no doubt...
Summer is a great time for popsicles… but are all popsicles created equal? Popsicles are fun summer treats. They’re generally small, and they come conveniently-sized in single servings. This makes them perfect for easy portion control. Plus, many popsicles...
