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07/09/2018 / By Vicki Batts

Food.news offers a wealth of information on healing foods and harmful ingredients

Getting the latest scoop on healthy eating can be a chore — especially given how deep industry influences seem to run. Whether it’s covering up toxins hiding in food, or denying the dangers of common ingredients like high fructose corn syrup, the mainstream media has suppressed the truth about food (and what’s actually in it) […]

06/19/2018 / By Edsel Cook

Double whammy: Chemicals found in everyday products such as fast food wrappers found to sabotage metabolism, contribute to weight gain

Gains made from weight loss diets and regular exercise can be compromised by chemicals in the utensils and packaging used to prepare and store otherwise healthy food. This is the conclusion of a Harvard-led study that found a correlation between obesogens and weight increase among dieters. The technical term for obesogens is “perfluoroalkyl substances” (PFAS). They […]

06/13/2018 / By Rhonda Johansson

Going vegan may not be as easy as you think; it takes planning and a lot of adjustment to stay healthy

There is so much literature on the benefits of becoming a vegan. However, as with anything that has to do with improving and maintaining one’s health, it requires a lot of effort, research, and perseverance. It is the same with deciding – once and for all – that you’re going to exercise. Those pounds are not just […]

05/17/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Walnuts reduce hunger and cravings by changing your brain

Researchers from Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) have found that walnuts can “trick” your brain into feeling full by activating an area in the brain that regulates hunger and cravings. The study, published in Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolism, is the first of its kind to directly explore the neurocognitive effects that the nuts have on the brain. “We […]

05/14/2018 / By Ralph Flores

Eat just one small handful of pecans every day to dramatically improve your heart health

It’s not just an apple a day that keeps the doctor away – a study has shown that eating a handful of pecans daily can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and Type 2 diabetes. The results of the study, which was published in Nutrients, found that having at least 1.5 ounces of pecans – equivalent to […]

04/26/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Eating 15 almonds a day lowers bad cholesterol levels and decreases the risk for diabetes

Studies suggest that eating around 15 almonds each day can help lower bad cholesterol levels and reduce the risk for diabetes, according to a report published by GreenMedInfo.com. In the report, one of the clinical studies investigated the effects almonds have in improving the levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDL) cholesterol. The researchers recruited 150 patients with […]

02/06/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Be honest, realistic with yourself about weight loss: Acknowledging the challenges found to improve success

A new study suggested that acknowledging the challenges and difficulties of weight loss and its maintenance improved success and self-control. The study was conducted by a team of researchers from Drexel University who discovered that a change in the external food environment improved the study samples’ cognitive restraint and resulted to greater weight loss in […]

02/01/2018 / By Michelle Simmons

Jack fruit, from the fig family, found to have amazing health benefits

Jackfruit is known to be the largest tree-borne fruit in the world. Moreover, it is packed with various vitamins and minerals that can help support overall health. Jackfruit can be eaten in different ways — raw, dried, roasted, or added to soups. In addition, it can be made into chips, jams, ice cream, and juices. […]

12/29/2017 / By Tracey Watson

Crash diet found to REVERSE Type 2 diabetes in three months

Type 2 diabetes is one of the greatest health scourges of modern society. The American Diabetes Association reports that close to 10 percent of the American population – or around 30 million people – are currently battling this disease. Diabetes is also one of the leading causes of death, and costs the country around $245 […]

12/04/2017 / By Isabelle Z.

Food quality found to impact risk of cancer regardless of weight: Choosing natural foods over processed foods keeps the nutrients-to-calories ratio properly balanced

If you know someone who eats whatever they want and never seems to gain any weight, it’s normal to feel a little envious. However, they could be doing their body just as much harm as they would by gaining weight. This is according to a new study that reveals the quality of your food counts […]

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