An Excellent Source of Protein: Health, Hype and Hard Truths

An Excellent Source of Protein: Health, Hype and Hard Truths

By: James McKendry| theconversation.com  Protein is having its moment: From grocery store shelves to Instagram feeds, high-protein foods are everywhere. Food labels shout their protein content in bold, oversized fonts, while social media overflows with recipes promising to pack more protein into your favourite dishes. And according to the International Food Information Council’s Food and Health […]

A Heart-Healthy Recipe

A Heart-Healthy Recipe

By Pearl Phillip February is recognized as Heart Health Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of heart health and encouraging people to take steps toward a healthier lifestyle. Cardiovascular disease remains one of the leading causes of death worldwide, but many heart conditions can be prevented through lifestyle changes, such as […]

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Actual Hearts in Mind

Celebrate Valentine’s Day with Actual Hearts in Mind

By Michael Merschel, American Heart Association News | Editorial credit: Piotr Swat / shuttestock.com  Valentine’s Day is a celebration of the heart. But some of the clichéd approaches to commemorate it – we’re looking at you, big red box of candy and decadent dinner out – are not that great for your actual heart. Don’t […]

Vitamin Deficiency May be Why You’re So Tired – a Nutritional Neuroscientist Explains how to Kickstart your Energy by Getting Essential Nutrients in a Well-rounded Diet, Along with More Sleep and Exercise

Vitamin Deficiency May be Why You’re So Tired – a Nutritional Neuroscientist Explains how to Kickstart your Energy by Getting Essential Nutrients in a Well-rounded Diet, Along with More Sleep and Exercise

By Lina Begdache, THE CONVERSATION  Feeling drained and lethargic is common: A 2022 national survey found that 13.5% of U.S. adults said they felt “very tired” or “exhausted” most days or every day over a three-month period. Women ages 18 to 44 had the highest rate of fatigue – just over 20%. Being tired is linked […]