Those who experience night eating episodes, or “midnight snacks,” may just think of the phenomena as a nasty habit that they have to break or as a product of stress. But night eating can be more than just a bad habit. Many Americans, men and women, experience night eating without realizing they may actually have […]
Superfoods: Cruciferous Vegetables
By now, most everyone knows that vegetables are good for health and that these are essential to a healthy diet. Unfortunately, the growing rates of obesity and non-communicable diseases (like cancer and diabetes) are a reflection on how most Americans diet. Simply put, we don’t frequent vegetables or alternate sources of protein (like plant-based protein) […]
Why Eat Organic?
Consumers are faced with literally thousands of food options on a stroll through the supermarket. What is alarming about all these food options is how many are disguised as healthy through misleading labels like “all-natural” or “made with real fruit.” Sadly, the USDA (U.S. Department of Agriculture) does a poor job of regulating many of […]
Can Ayurveda Practices Really Improve Digestion?
Ayurveda is one of the oldest medical approaches in the world, with roots on the Indian continent. Today, it is practiced all over the world, being appreciated for the numerous health benefits it has to offer. Holistic principles from Ayurveda meld into other holistic practices including Functional Integrative Nutrition and graduate programs in Dietetics (1)(2). […]
Sleep Studies: Neurochemistry of Wakefulness (Part 2)
Sleep disorders are very common and not many individuals know how to combat the adverse effects of poor sleep, much less how to correct it. Sleep disorders can range from the inability to begin or maintain sleep to the inability to remain alert during the day hours or maintain wakefulness. By becoming more informed on […]
5 Reasons to Eat More Garlic
A member of the onion family, garlic, or Allium sativum has been used by people for more than 7,000 years dating back to Egyptian times and before. The first recorded strike in history took place when Egyptian slaves didn’t get their ration of garlic due to a tardy shipment and refused to work. It is […]
