Have you ever had the craving for fresh avocado toast in the morning? What about guacamole with a bit of a kick when you meet up with friends for lunch? Well, there’s some good news: avocados can be a nutritious addition to…
Cauliflower is one of the most versatile vegetables in the cruciferous family and can be used in place of some starchier foods — anything from potatoes to rice.
Cauliflower contains a variety of nutrients, including vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and other phytochemicals. Like other…
Folate is a member of the B vitamins family and is essential to the formation of red and white blood cells in the bone marrow, the conversion of carbohydrates into energy and the production of DNA and RNA. For those with or without cancer, folate…
Blueberries are enjoyed around the world and are widely available fresh or frozen. The sweet, juicy berry is often referred to as a superfood and is full of antioxidants. [1] These antioxidants make blueberries a healthy snack, as well as a nutritious…
Healthy food choices can play an important role in supporting overall health and reducing cancer risk. What you eat and what you don’t eat can have a powerful effect on your health. Maintaining a healthy weight and nourishing your body with the…
From everyday snacks to special desserts, chocolate is one of the world’s most beloved treats. Chocolate tops many people’s favorite foods list, and beyond its rich taste, there may be health-related reasons to enjoy it as well. Chocolate — especially dark chocolate…
Over the past century, diets around the world have shifted toward higher consumption of PUFAs, or polyunsaturated fats. When we weaned ourselves off of saturated fats from animal sources, we replaced our cooking oils with an assortment of PUFAs from vegetable oils,…
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide, and although much less common, it can also affect men. While advances in screening and treatment have improved outcomes, maintaining a healthy lifestyle remains an important part of overall health before, during,…
Garlic has been used as both food and medicine for thousands of years. Today, it is commonly used to help support heart health, maintain healthy cholesterol and blood pressure levels, and boost the immune system. Research has also suggested that eating garlic…
Jackfruit is the largest tree fruit in the world and can be found in tropical regions such as Southeast Asia, India, and Brazil. With its spiky exterior, jackfruit contains sweet and aromatic flesh that has made it a favorite tropical fruit for…