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It’s summertime which means it’s farmers’ market time. Because where else will you find velvety soft golden apricots? Or succulent vine-ripened berries? Or tomatoes that actually burst with flavor?
Whether you’re a farmers’ market newbie or an old pro, here are some tips to help you get the most of your next trip to the farmers’ […]

It’s summer time, which for most people, means going to the beach. Before you go, just think about this:

Melanoma (a potentially fatal skin cancer) is the most common cancer in 25-29-year- olds.
Melanoma is the second most common form of cancer in adolescents and young adults ages 15-29.
Melanomas are increasing faster in 15-29-year-old females than in […]

If you really want to give your child an edge in the classroom, you may want to start by eating fish high in omega-3 fatty acids and low in mercury while you’re pregnant. According to a study published in the April 2008 issue of the American Journal of Epidemiology, preschoolers whose mothers regularly consumed low-mercury, […]

10 million Americans have osteoporosis, which according to the International Osteoporosis Foundation (IOF) literally means “porous bone.” Osteoporosis is a disease in which both bone density and bone quality are reduced, making bones more porous and fragile and susceptible to fracture.
Of those 10 million people, 8 million are women. Sadly, since osteoporosis is a “silent […]

Have you ever looked at an artichoke in the market and thought, “What the heck am I supposed to do with that?” If so, you’re not alone.
Artichokes are odd looking–like a cross between a hand grenade and a cactus. Plus those tiny thorns on the tops of the leaves can give you a nasty prick […]

Ecocuisine is a movement meant to promote locally grown, sustainable foods.What exactly are “sustainable foods?” Those foods produced locally by people who value fresh, nutritious, seasonal food and who are concerned with social, economic, and environmental issues of food production and distribution.
Though many people have been turned on to eating locally grown produce, many areas […]

As a lactose-intolerant woman who strength trains 4-5 times per week, I know how hard it can be to build muscle.
Whey protein, which is made from whey, a by-product of cow’s milk cheese, is the king of protein supplements among body builders because it stimulates muscle growth and aids in recovery. Whey protein is the […]

The American Medical Association (AMA) wants to you eat less salt. In fact, they ranked it #5 out of 10 health-centered resolutions for 2008.
The AMA suggests limiting salt intake to one teaspoon per day (2,300 mg) or half a teaspoon (1,150 mg) if over the age of 50. It is estimated that most Americans consume […]

I’m sure you remember your first date, your first concert, and if you’ve had one, your first kumquat. That’s because kumquats, like the popular kids’ candy, Pop Rocks, explode with tart flavor in your mouth. (But they’re much healthier than candy, or I wouldn’t be writing about them here.)
Kumquats are native to China, and their […]

Want to eat foods that can help maintain your blood pressure, decrease the likelihood of cancer and cardiovascular disease, and help strengthen your immune system? Then eat more winter white produce such as cabbage, mushrooms, parsnips, and rutabagas. These fruits and vegetables are excellent sources of essential vitamins and minerals and are at their peak […]