Orthorexia Nervosa: Can Healthy Eating Become Unhealthy?

In pursuit of better health, one of the first things we’re likely to do is to identify strategies for healthier eating. While we may or may not be working toward weight loss, we look for ways to incorporate more whole, less processed foods like fruits, vegetables,...

Protein Needs for the Elderly

There’s no denying that we get wiser with age. However, our bodies also go through less endearing changes including the loss of muscle mass which speeds up in our 60s and 70s. Reduced lean body mass during aging leads to decreases in total body protein and can...

Nuts About Nuts!

You can eat them plain, add them to a plenty of delicious dishes, use nut flour to make baked goods, or make your own nut milk and nut butters. When it comes to nuts, the possibilities are endless. These little fruits are amazingly versatile, and come in many...

Ashwagandha – What is an adaptogen?

Ashwagandha, an herbal supplement used for centuries in Ayurvedic medicine, has been getting a lot of attention lately for its wide variety of health benefits. The ashwagandha plant grows natively in India, North Africa and the Middle East and its root is what is most...