Summer is over and the cold winter months are quickly approaching, which means it's time to start preparing your body for flu season. Whether you're already taking Vitamin C supplements or simply looking for ways to feel better, these simple...
You might be curious about how to enter ketosis while consuming a substantial amount of vegetables. Achieving your daily intake of six to nine cups becomes quite manageable when you focus on non-starchy vegetables that have a glycemic index score...
If you have ever gone out to dinner with an old friend, it’s usually a quality time consisting of laughter, strolling down memory lane, and catching up about the latest diet trends they have been trying. After a few complaints...
September is here, and you know what that means – it's Healthy Aging Month! This month-long celebration is all about embracing the beauty of getting older and taking proactive steps to ensure that we age gracefully and healthily. So, whether...
It is no secret that the KetoFLEX 12/3 diet is full of nutrient-rich non-starchy vegetables, but how many vegetables are we talking about? The Bredesen Protocol's KetoFLEX 12/3 diet plan recommends an intake of six to nine cups of non-starchy vegetables...
You may have seen wild pronouncements about carbohydrate (carb) restriction on ketogenic diets, such as “You must keep carbs below 25 grams per day,” or “A zero carb diet prevents Alzheimer’s.” Nothing can be further from the truth with KetoFLEX...
The distance between various cultures has significantly been reduced in our modern society thanks to the invention of the Internet and airplanes. Not only can you learn about different cultures but also try the taste of different cuisines. Eating a...
A new trend on TikTok known as "Girl Dinner" has taken social media by storm,receiving millions of views. What is "Girl Dinner"? This new trend that has taken TikTok by storm, and it emphasizes low-maintenance meal prep, with girls sharing...
Food as Medicine Most individuals have a basic idea of how diet and nutrition play an important role in chronic disease prevention. Still, understanding the role proper nutrition plays once someone is diagnosed with a chronic disease is equally important....
Hunger in America Food insecurity in the United States has been an ongoing issue, and there is a high chance of insufficient accessibility being a precursor to negative health outcomes. Among 7.9 billion universally, 770 million faced hunger in 2020 and...
In our fast-paced world, it's easy to overlook the impact that food has on our mental health and emotional well-being. We often turn to comfort foods during times of stress or sadness, but did you know that certain foods can...
Brain Foods Decades of research, combined with Dr. Bredesen’s clinical experience, has shown that specific foods and dietary patterns can help to optimize cognitive functioning, along with protecting your heart and blood vessels. This includes foods that have high levels of...
As the days grow longer and the temperatures higher, we look forward to seeing fresh new colorful produce pour into our local grocery store and farmer’s market. It is the first true sign of summer when bright red strawberries start...
You’ve probably heard the term nutrient-dense foods. Nutrient-dense foods contain vitamins, minerals, complex carbohydrates, lean protein, and healthy fats. Examples include fruits and vegetables, whole grains, seafood, lean meats, eggs, peas, beans, and nuts. There are also many nutrients you can...
-By Bria Haughton As we acknowledge Earth Day this and every year, one of the first things that comes to mind is what we as individuals can do to take care of our planet. The answers come in many forms—reducing...
Common Weight Loss Myths By Julie Campbell With summer only a couple months away, people start to think more about their weight. It’s the same thoughts that goes through everyone’s mind this time of year, “Oh no, I’ll have to...
When you're browsing the web or scrolling through social media, you come across individuals with a lot of different titles pertaining to our nutrition and health - registered dietitian, health coach, nutritionist, wellness expert, the list goes on. So, what exactly...
Dr. Valter Longo has dedicated decades of his life to researching the longevity regions and educating the world on how we can improve life expectancy to live healthy longer. He formulated a multi-pillar approach to determine whether a nutrient or combination...
Whole food plant-based diets are coming to the forefront in popularity for all the noted health benefits and improvements they can have related to chronic disease, but are you getting everything you need if you choose to follow a vegan...
Nutrition for Longevity Meals are plant-forward and showcase how to make plant-based protein aesthetically pleasingly. Our meals contain 10-20% total calories from protein, 50-60% of calories from carbohydrates, and less than 30% total calories from fat. Our macronutrient ratio is...
Medically Tailored Meals has been trending ever since the White House Conference in 2022 on Hunger, Nutrition, and Health. As the Food as Medicine movement grows in popularity, Medically Tailored Meals will also continue to grow as a key intervention...
