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‘I’m a Dietitian, and This Is the Type of Fish That’s Most Closely Linked to Longevity’
While plant-based foods are a goldmine of nutrient value, there’s one nutrient you need that isn’t readily available in them: omega-3 fatty acids, which slinked to increased life span. Fortunately, there’s one great source of omega-3 fatty acids: SMASH fish. SMASH is an acronym for salmon, mackerel, anchovies, sardines, and herring. To learn more […]
The Biden Administration Just Revised the Food Stamp Program To Up Monthly Benefits by Over 25 Percent
Did you know that a few weeks ago, the Biden administration took a major step to help end hunger in the U.S. by increasing monthly benefits of the food stamp program by over 25%? The extra funding for the food stamp program, also known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (or SNAP), is intended […]
A Beginner’s Guide to Protein Powders, According to Nutritionist Maya Feller
We are a protein-focused country. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve heard someone say, “You’ve got to get your protein!” Protein powder is popular because it’s a quick and easy way to boost your protein intake by just mixing in a scoop of powdered protein with some of your favorite foods, including smoothies, […]
Are Peanuts Healthy?
Are peanuts healthy? How do they compare, nutrition-wise, to other nuts? And does it matter how you eat them? To cut to the chase, yes, peanuts are healthy. And there are lots of reasons why. But first, a quick overview of what it means to call a food “healthy.” This term is pretty nuanced and […]
Is Popcorn Healthy?
Check out this piece from Glamour.com piece about popcorn! Still, we know from research that certain types of food increase our risk of developing diseases, and other types of food reduce that risk. And popcorn—when in its minimally processed, air-popped form—falls into the latter category. Which means yes, popcorn technically is healthy. But a better way to […]
20 Foods That Fight the Winter Blues
I offered some insight in this article for Eat This, Not That! about the foods that may help to alleviate seasonal sadness: Popeye loves this tasty green for good reason. “Spinach is a good source of folate. On average, it has been observed that patients with depression have on average 25% lower blood folate levels […]