Researchers have known for decades that olive oil consumption can help lower cardiovascular disease risk, but its associations with other causes of mortality (death) is less clear. Now, new research has shown the connection between olive oil and longevity. A January 2022 study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology had the…
Within a so-called "balanced diet" you'll find macronutrients and micronutrients, both of which are essential nutrients we must get from food sources because our bodies cannot make them on their own. The three main macronutrients are fats, carbohydrates and protein, while micronutrients include vital vitamins and minerals. What are the main types of minerals? The…
Chili is one of the most versatile recipes around. You can make a big batch to serve friends on game days, prep on the weekend and eat throughout the week, and it's super cozy on a cooler night. Almost everyone has a favorite chili recipe — it's such a versatile dish. But Paleo-friendly chili recipes…
As Nathalie Tufenkji sat in a coffee shop about several years ago, a thought crossed her mind as she lowered a bag of tea into hot water. Like so many tea bags these days, it was made of a plastic mesh. And Tufenkji, a PhD-level researcher and professor of chemical engineering at McGill University in…
Believe it or not, cows' burps and farts are among the top contributors to global warming. Yes, you read that right — about 25% of all methane emissions is produced directly from fermentation by cows' guts. Agriculture — the process of creating food by cultivating plants and raising animals— is the No. 1 source of…
Did you know that within the winter squash family there are more than 15 varieties of edible squashes that are commonly eaten? While most people are familiar with types like butternut, delicata and acorn squash, there's a lesser-known variety that you should get to know: hubbard squash. What does hubbard squash taste like? It's described as…
A plant-based diet could be really good for you. But it depends on how you define “plant-based.” Plant-based diets aren’t always green. Far from it. And they aren’t always sustainable. And … surprise, surprise, many junk foods are plant-based. Just check the ingredients list for vegan pizza. Don’t get me wrong. I believe your diet…
Have you been craving a fluffy biscuit but just can’t bring yourself to indulge in the gluten and carbs? I have the perfect solution with these sweet potato biscuits. They are a little sweet, a little savory and pack a nutritional punch with sweet potato purée and gut-friendly cassava flour. If you love breakfast food…
