The connection between the COVID-19 pandemic and our dietary habits is undeniable. The stress of isolation, coupled with a struggling economy, has caused many of us to seek comfort with our old friends: Big Mac, Tom Collins, Ben, and Jerry. Overindulging in this kind of food and drink might not just be affecting your waistline,
The holidays are here, bringing with them presents, parties…and pies. And potatoes and yams and cookies and cocktails; ‘tis the season to indulge. We talked to Brittany Craig, clinical dietitian at Mount Sinai Downtown, Union Square, about how to enjoy the bounty without going totally overboard. What are the healthiest choices among all the traditional holiday foods?
[News 3] — Can food cut the risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease? Medical expert Dr. Ryan Light said there is a diet that can have a huge impact. Is there a link between dementia and diet? Dr. Light: Certain foods have been shown to reduce your risk of developing dementia. The MIND diet
Deanna Lavanty was hungry all the time. She started to feel this way after cutting out fat in her diet. In order to supplement her lack of nutrition, she found herself eating up to nine bowls of cereal per day. Pair this with quinoa, fruits, vegetables and lean, dry-cooked protein, and she thought she was
Tom Brady, Venus Williams, Penélope Cruz, and Rosie Huntington-Whiteley have something in common, aside from being unnaturally beautiful: They’ve all followed forms of anti-inflammatory (AI) diets at one time or another. Tom has done it to boost his performance on the football field. Venus said she did it to help keep her autoimmune disorder in
According to findings published in the journal Pediatrics in February, the Mediterranean diet, mostly comprised of vegetables, nuts and healthy fats, may be linked to a lower risk of a child’s attention deficit hyperactivity disorder diagnosis. It’s thought that the diet’s omega-3 fatty acids and nutrients may combat dietary imbalances pertaining to cognitive and physical growth. At the same time,
[Journal Sentinel] — While there is no one specific food that fights cancer single-handedly, eating a healthy, balanced diet could be a factor in reducing your cancer risk. Strong evidence shows that a diet made up of a variety of foods like fruits, whole grains and vegetables can help reduce cancer risk. Research also shows
[The York Dispatch] — Summer is finally upon us, and it is sure to be filled with festivals and carnivals where meal options include food truck fare. WellSpan York Hospital clinical dietitian Dale Green took a recent Friday afternoon to explore the offerings available at Food Truck Friday in Springettsbury Park and give some advice for staying on
FRIDAY, May 26, 2017 (HealthDay News) — Most Americans still don’t eat enough nutrient-rich foods from key groups including vegetables, fruits, whole grains and low-fat dairy, according to federal health statistics. And they take in too many refined grains, saturated fats, added sugars and salt. What to do? Here are 5 types of foods you
