We may not talk about it publicly, but we’ve all noticed it at some point in our lives, eating certain foods can make our pee smell. When you take a step back and really think about it, it makes sense that what we eat could have an impact on how our urine smells. results in … Read more
When did you start working with Michelle Obama? I went to Washington in 2009 as a health policy fellow with the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the National Academy of Medicine. It was a mid-career fellowship I did as a faculty member at the CU School of Medicine. As part of that fellowship, I was … Read more
Like a superhero clad in a cape, your immune system constantly monitors evil threats such as viruses or bacteria and kicks into action when you get sick. After the COVID-19 pandemic, keeping your immune system fit to fight off the next virus could be a priority. While no specific food or supplement can guarantee you’ll … Read more
The current affairs program Panorama is examining the potential links between ultra-processed foods and the rise in chronic disease. In tonight’s (June 5) documentary, there is an investigation into these convenience foods and how they can affect our health. The description of the BBC show reads: ‘The UK is grappling with an epidemic of chronic … Read more
I remember the taste of my first diet: milk chocolate and metal. It would be about a year after my body catapulted into puberty and I became increasingly mortified by the way it was changing. I made the decision in the locker room at the local ice rink as I gently ran my fingers along … Read more
Foods can be divided into four categories, from unprocessed to ultra-processed. Despite being an unfamiliar term, much of what we eat will fall into the latter bracket. This refers to how much processing the food has undergone in its production, tending to indicate that something will contain additives that are not used in home cooking. … Read more
If apples, pistachios, cocoa, and tea don’t appear often in your diet, consider incorporating them into your regular menu. Thanks to their flavanol content, this can mitigate age-related memory loss. That’s according to new research from Columbia University and Brigham and Women’s Hospital, an affiliate of Harvard Medical School. Here’s what to know about the … Read more
Over the years we have learned the importance of immunity. It works as the first line of defense against any imbalance in the body. From regulating our metabolism to preventing oxidative stress, your immune health does it all. However, some people are not blessed with strong immunity. Therefore, it is always advisable to fill up … Read more
In a recent study published in International food researchresearchers explore nutrient profiles of next-generation plant-based foods. Study: Designing healthier plant-based foods: fortification, digestion and bioavailability. Image Credit: marilyn bum/Shutterstock.com Is a plant-based diet better? Consumers are increasingly adopting plant-based diets due to concerns about the environmental, health and ethical effects of animal-based foods such as … Read more
If you are a patient with high blood pressure, you should monitor your daily sodium intake. Here are some foods high in sodium that you should avoid or consume in limited quantities! Sodium (salt) is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in maintaining water balance, nerve function, and muscle contraction. However, excessive sodium … Read more
