Top choices: Eggplant, butternut squash
The eggplant, also called aubergine, brinjal or guinea squash, is known for its signature deep purple, glossy skin. Eggplants, named for early varieties that were egg-sized and egg-colored, now come in many shapes, sizes and colors, though purple is most popular. With its unique flavor as well as a host of health-promoting nutrients, eggplant is central in traditional international... READ MORE
Try these high-protein meat substitutes
Whether you’re a vegetarian or a flexitarian, cooler weather makes this the perfect time to start thinking about stews, stir-fries and other main-dish meals made with meat substitutes. If you’re experimenting with going vegetarian, vegan or flexitarian, this guide to meat substitutes can help you make smart choices. Tofu Tofu is a mild, soft, white curd made from... READ MORE
You should take food poisoning seriously
Food poisoning is often overlooked because many think it is not as severe as other illnesses. However, in some cases, food poisoning can be life-threatening if not recognized and treated early. Knowing how to recognize and prevent food poisoning can save you from unpleasant illness — and possibly an expensive trip to the emergency room. What are the symptoms of food poisoning? Common ... READ MORE
Why a good night’s sleep boosts memory
Few things are as beneficial for your memory as a good night’s sleep. Let’s understand why. To remember information, you need to pay attention to it. If you’re tired, you simply cannot pay attention as effectively as you would if you were well rested. That statement seems straightforward, but it brings up another question: Why do you get tired? You may feel tired and have... READ MORE
Our guts and brains connect many ways
Traditionally, Western science has treated the mind and the body as separate entities. But the flood of research on gut microbiota, and our understanding of the role our body’s microbes play in physical health, is also having an impact on how we understand mental and cognitive health. The research has also increased interest in learning how nurturing a diverse gut microbiota can help... READ MORE
Visiting aging relatives over the holidays
As families reunite during the holidays, adult children who haven’t seen mom or dad for a while may notice unsettling things about their aging parents or other relatives, and questions will begin to swirl. Are they experiencing health problems? Are they still mentally on top of things? Should the family start having conversations about long-term care? Here are a few things to be on... READ MORE
Understanding and reducing stroke risk
Strokes, the second-leading cause of death globally, affect millions of people each year. A stroke can cause lasting disability and unimaginable pain for those impacted and their loved ones. This year, 14.5 million people globally will have a stroke and 5.5 million people will die as a result, according to the World Stroke Organization. Learn how to reduce your risk for stroke, how to ... READ MORE
Avoid falls with free personal trainer help
As we age, it can be difficult to maintain our balance, which can lead to devastating falls. Now a new clinical trial is underway to try to strengthen muscles to prevent falls. Researchers at University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore are conducting a study for people over age 65 at the Veteran’s Administration Annex on Lafayette Street and Department of Physical Therapy and... READ MORE
Exercise reduces healthcare costs
Healthcare costs later in life were significantly lower for adults who maintained moderate or high physical activity levels, according to a new analysis of claims data linked to the National Institutes of Health-American Association of Retired Persons (NIH-AARP) Diet and Health Study. The study, published in BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine, examined various levels of... READ MORE
Recipes to enjoy dairy without discomfort
Dairy foods — key ingredients in many at-home meals — provide nutrients for people of all ages to grow and maintain stronger bodies and minds. However, some bodies are unable to break down the sugar found in milk, known as lactose, which causes an upset stomach and a heavy, bloated feeling. Rather than avoiding dairy and missing out on beneficial nutrients, people with lactose... READ MORE
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