That depends on where the sugar is coming from! Sugar consumption then vs. sugar now. There was a time when we humans only consumed sugar in the form of fruits and vegetables, and only when those fruits and vegetables were in season. Now, sugar...
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Eggs: Health Food or Best Avoided?
We commonly say that there are two sides to every story, and eggs are one such example of this. Since the 1970s, dietary recommendations have advised limiting intake of eggs to 2–4 per week for the healthy population, and an even more restricted consumption in...
Let’s Talk About Avocados and Fats
Avocados are a unique and delicious fruit, and a rich source of several vitamins, minerals, fiber, and monounsaturated fat. But because of their high fat content, avocados sometimes get a bad rap. A single avocado typically contains around 320 calories (kcal), and...
Angiogenesis: How We Can Starve Cancer with Food
Can we eat to starve cancer? The answer is a resounding yes! What we eat is enormously impactful when it comes to preventing and defeating cancer. However, in a world where claims about what will and won’t increase our risk of developing certain cancers are often...
Why Dark Chocolate is Good For Your Heart
There’s great news for chocolate lovers! Science shows that dark chocolate is healthy for your heart. How Does Chocolate Protect the Heart? Cocoa powder contains bioactives called flavanols. Epidemiologists have long established a connection between the consumption of...
Cancer Fighting Foods: Overturning the Soy Myth
Contrary to popular belief, and as I explain in my book EAT TO BEAT DISEASE, your genetic fate is not fixed at birth. Even if diseases like breast or prostate cancer run in your family, there are still many foods and beverages you can consume that can activate the...
3 Ways to Go from Type A to Type Z (Zen)
A demanding work and home life can take a physical and mental toll if you don’t make self-care a priority. While we can’t always change external stressors such as kids, jobs and travel, we can take simple measures proven to make us calmer, less reactive and better...
