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The right proteins are a powerful ally in your pursuit of optimal health and my standard advice for making the best protein choices just got a big boost on the healthy heart front. After following the diets of over 84,000 women for 26 years, Harvard investigators determined that eating red meat and full-fat dairy products [...] Dark leafy greens are one of the healthiest foods (arguably THE healthiest food) on the planet and thanks to a new study, their disease-busting credentials just got bigger. Based on a review of six studies including over 220,000 people, eating more leafy green vegetables can significantly reduce the risk of getting type 2 diabetes (British [...] Being physically active at any stage of life is beneficial for maintaining a sharp mind, but being physically active during the teen years proved to be the most effective for preventing age-related cognitive decline in this new study. (Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, June 2010)
People in their 70′s who regularly engaged in moderate to [...] One of the most delicious, easiest and effective ways to ensure that you get the recommended 5 or more servings of veggies a day is to eat lots of salads. Here is how to get the most nutritional bang for your efforts. Well stocked salad bars offer a quick and convenient opportunity to tap into the extraordinary nutritional benefits the right foods can provide. Fortunately – comprehensive salad bars are now easy to access. My personal favorites are Ruby Tuesday, Whole Foods and Earth Fare. To successfully navigate through the salad bar and get the most nutritional [...] Restrict your intake of the “Great White Hazards” – white flour products, white rice, white potatoes and sugar/sweets. These foods trigger and perpetuate your appetite in addition to adverse metabolic effects.
Pump up the volume! Eat as many “big, yet skinny” fruits and non-starchy vegetables as [...] We all know that vigorous physical activity is great for our health, but what if we have arthritis or some other joint condition? Thankfully, there are a host of joint-friendly ways to get your heart rate up to reap all the benefits of aerobic exercise while sparing your joints both stress and pain. Take a brisk [...] Time: 01:46
In this video, Dr. Ann describes the health benefits of sweet potatoes. For more on making the healthiest dietary choices, check out Dr. Ann’s Healthy Grocery List. Time: 01:50
Dr. Ann explains how much water a person requires and shows us that gulping glasses isn’t the only way to get it. Related Content: Water – The Beverage of Choice & Finding the Best Water |
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