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Heart disease kills more women than all forms of cancer combined. Incorporate these simple lifestyle changes to protect your heart for years to come. Read More
Can the Mediterranean Diet Make Us Happier?
A study says one popular diet known for its health benefits might also boost mood. Read More
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No gimmicks here. These healthy eating plans will help you lose weight and keep it off without deprivation, gross prepackaged foods, or meticulous counting. Read More
Smoke Point of Oil Comparison: Find the Best Cooking Oil for You
Monday, 12/10/2012 at 07:11 PM
For a long time the nutrition community touted the health benefits of olive oil and its role in the Mediterranean diet. But when information about the smoke point of various oils began to ... Read More
Yikes! Effects of a Single Junk Food Meal
Thursday, 11/01/2012 at 07:56 AM
I’d much rather see someone eat butter, a real food, over margarine or another processed alternative, but I have some major concerns about the trend of embracing fatty animal products, from ... Read More
The Health Benefits of Olive Oil and Unexpected Ways to Use It
Monday, 08/13/2012 at 06:03 PM
At this point I’m sure you’re well aware of the health perks of oil, particularly olive oil, but it turns out this tasty fat is good for more than just heart health. Did you know olives and ... Read More
Happy Food: Is the Mediterranean Diet the Secret to a Good Mood?
Tuesday, 06/05/2012 at 05:32 PM
Healthy weight, a long life, and a happy disposition; sounds like a pretty good package, huh? According to newly published Spanish research, the key to all three may be as simple as following ... Read More
The Mediterranean Diet May Help Fight Type 2 Diabetes, Even Without Weight Loss
Monday, 11/07/2011 at 01:09 PM
By now, we've probably all heard about how healthy a Mediterranean diet is. With lots of olive oil, red wine, nuts, lean proteins and fresh produce, it's a pretty delicious way to eat. While ... Read More
Today's 5 Hottest Diet Plans
Thursday, 11/03/2011 at 02:37 PM
Once again, the DASH Diet's come out on top! U.S. News and World Report released its report of the healthiest diets on the market, and the DASH Diet was named as the most popular diet today. ... Read More
Wednesday, 11/02/2011 at 01:12 PM
If you're a fan of the Mediterranean diet, but don't live in a Mediterranean climate, there might be an alternative for you: the Nordic diet! While the principles of the Nordic diet aren't ... Read More