British researchers find that citrus fruit-specific flavonoids can considerably lower the risk of stroke. The study, published in Stroke: Journal of the American Heart Association, shows that women on a long-term diet that includes oranges and grapefruit have better brain blood flow and reduced risk of intracerebral hemorrhage. […]

A new study from the University of Miami reveals an unexpected connection between specific diets and brain health. According to research, the traditional Mediterranean diet protects small blood vessels in the brain and can lower he risk of stroke and neurodegenerative diseases. […]

A recent study from the National Institute on Ageing in Baltimore shows that intermittent fasting may have significant beneficial effects on brain health. Scientists have found that periodic calorie restriction boosts the activity of brain chemicals involved in neural growth. […]

Are fruits and vegetables only for the affluent? Studies indicate that many stores that serve low-income communities do not even provide fresh fruits and vegetable as possible options to purchase. The facts are rather disturbing because these very communities are suffering from staggering proportions of diet-related illnesses and deaths. […]

Two studies from the University of Connecticut report that mild dehydration can have substantial effects on mood, energy levels and cognitive skill. While women appear more vulnerable to dehydration induced stress, both sexes are significantly affected, with men showing a minor decrease in cognitive skill. […]

Award by industry consultants adds to company’s accolades. OREM, UTAH, USA – January 16, 2012 – Blendtec® has earned the prestigious 2011 Best-In-Class Award for beverage blenders, as voted by Foodservice Equipment & Supplies Magazine’s consultants survey. The October 2011 issue of Foodservice Equipment & Supplies Magazine listed the year’s top foods […]

  As you may have heard it is recommended that you to get your nutrients from whole foods rather than supplements. These foods should include a wide variety of delicious fresh foods in a rainbow of colors to get the maximum antioxidants and other disease-fighting nutrients. A few foods are true standouts, packing in exceptional […]

Aerobic conditioning is the ability of the heart, lungs, and circulatory system to supply oxygen and nutrients to the working muscles. It involves the ability to persist in activities, such as elliptical training, walking, jogging, and cycling. Or in other words the continuous or prolonged use of large muscles. Everyone has different aerobic fitness levels, […]

It’s recommended that we get at least (this means more is better) 5 servings per day.            1 serving = ½ cup (equivalent to a deck of cards) of cut up fruit or vegetables or ¼ dried fruit, and 1 cup of green leafy vegetables (lettuce, spinach, etc) Get a serving of fruit for breakfast        […]

If you’ve ever tried, you’re probably aware that it’s quite time consuming and challenging to count calories, fat grams, carbohydrates, or anything else. But that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t pay attention to the Nutrition Facts label on packaging. If you have a hard time making heads or tails of food labels, take our cheat sheet […]