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Nearly 12% of the U.S. population has diabetes, and 38% of the population has prediabetes, a condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal but not high enough yet to be classified as type 2 diabetes. Poor blood sugar management raises the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, making it important for everyone to do their best to control their blood glucose levels. Now, an award-winning cookbook author says she has a hack for managing her blood sugar: She goes on daily “fart walks.” Mairlyn Smith, who is the author of the book Peace, Love & Fibre, shared in…

You have a wide range of vegetables to choose from on a regular basis, but research shows that there’s one that’s particularly good for you: watercress.  This leafy green has been deemed the healthiest vegetable by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), with an impressive nutrient density score of 100 out of 100. But watercress isn’t just ranked the healthiest vegetable: It beat runner-up Chinese cabbage by more than eight points. Nutritionists aren’t shocked. “I can believe that watercress is the ‘healthiest’ vegetable,” says Dana Ellis Hunnes, Ph.D., a senior dietitian at UCLA Medical Center and assistant professor…

1. Burger King Whopper Jr.It’s a smaller burger, making it one of the better options on the menu. “This is a healthier way to enjoy the burger you may be craving,” Kennedy says. She recommends asking for extra veggies (lettuce, tomato, and onion are included on this burger) and eating it with fat-free milk for more protein, calcium, and vitamin D.Per serving: 330 calories, 19g total fat, 5g saturated fat, 30g carbohydrates, 7g sugar, 560mg sodium, 2g fiber, 15g protein2. Chick-fil-A Grilled Nuggets (8-Count) and Kale Crunch Side SaladThis is a make-your-own meal. Top the salad with the eight chicken…

When it comes to overall health goals, we often think first about our exercise routine and a balanced diet. While those are part of the foundation of wellness, there’s another important part you might be overlooking: your vision. By focusing on ways to protect your eyes on a daily basis, you can maintain your vision health. Thankfully, it’s easier than you think to make an impact on your eye health each day. A simple (and delicious) way to do this is to add eye-healthy foods to your diet. Below is a roundup of some the most nutritious foods for your…

Food, Health and Consumer Products of Canada (FHCP) held its annual charity golf tournament on September 10 at Nobleton Lakes Golf Club in Nobleton, Ont. The event raised close to $19,000, which was donated to the Food Banks of Canada. FHCP’s Michael Graydon, left and Errol Cerit, far right present a donation to Food Banks of Canada’s Claudia GalellaFHCP’s Michal GraydonAshleigh Millar and Aleks Djurdjevic, Advantage SolutionsBill Ivany, Acosta, Richard Todd, Sam Magnacca, Acosta; Mark Nerland, B & G Foods and Errol Cerit, FHCPMat Stiver-Balla, Jeff Lynch and Bent Falvo, Reynolds Consumer Products and Jim SlomkaPatrick Good and Rishi Kataria,…

Eliazer Nelson ARL, Ravichandran K, Antony U. The impact of the Green Revolution on indigenous crops of India. J Ethn Foods. 2019;6:8.Article  Google Scholar  The green revolution. Nutr Rev.1969;27:133–6.Briney A. History and overview of the green revolution 2008 [updated April 5, 2023]. Available online: https://www.thoughtco.com/greenrevolution-overview-1434948FAO. Towards a new green revolution. https://www.fao.org/3/x0262e/x0262e06.htmIFPRI. Green revolution curse or blessing? Available online: https://www.ifpri.org/publication/green-revolution. Accessed 4 Mar 2022.FAO. Agriculture’s ‘green revolution’ must continue to evolve, refocusing on strengthening climate-science and innovation to sustainably feed a world with nutritious and safe food. Available online: https://www.fao.org/asiapacific/news/detail-events/en/c/1204357/. Accessed 4 Mar 2022.Mostafalou S, Abdollahi M. Pesticides: an update of…

Magnesium, omega-3 fatty acids, and keto-friendly foods may all help relieve or prevent migraine attacks. Consider adding foods like dark leafy greens, avocado, and fish to your diet.Nearly everyone has a headache from time to time. But for people with migraine, the pain can be much more severe and occur with other symptoms.Recent research suggests that food and diet may play a part in managing migraine. Making changes to your diet may help prevent migraine attacks or reduce their frequency.Keep reading for more on how this works and which foods to eat or avoid.Certain foods contain high amounts of minerals,…

As more households in Canada experience food insecurity, food banks and other organizations are struggling to meet demand for their services. In 2023 alone, around 23 per cent of Canadian households experienced some form of food insecurity. That translates to 8.7 million people, including 2.1 million children, who struggled to access sufficient, safe and nutritious food. Researchers and food-centered organizations have had long-standing concerns that food charity alone cannot effectively respond to this growing demand. Community food groups across Canada have been advocating for a more systemic, structural approach to addressing food insecurity, rather than relying on reactive, short-term solutions…

In the book When Your Teen Has an Eating Disorder: Practical Strategies to Help Your Teen Recover from Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating, author Dr. Lauren Muhlheim discusses eating disorders and their treatment in great depth. If you think your child or teen has an eating disorder this is a must read. Eating disorders can perplex many parents and clinicians alike. Your teen may not be acting like their usual self, and it’s hard to know if this is just normal teenage angst or something more serious. If your teen has an eating disorder, they may have changed greatly right…

The product recommendations in this post are recommendations by the writer and/or expert(s) interviewed and do not contain affiliate links. Meaning: If you use these links to buy something, we will not earn a commission. Starbucks is the destination many of us turn to for our daily caffeine fix. But beyond the chain’s wide selection of coffee and tea drinks, Starbucks has an impressive array of food options to enjoy with your cup of Joe.  Sure, it has some classic coffee shop staples like croissants, muffins, and other pastries that, while delicious, wouldn’t necessarily be considered a healthy choice by…