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Your Microbiome Is Key to Gut Health
March 20, 2023
Your gut biome, illustrated here, are all the microorganisms that help keep your digestive tract healthy.
What are we referring to when we talk about a healthy gut or digestive system? It’s a combination of several factors such as:  An ability to digest foods and absorb nutrients An effective and healthy immune system An absence of illnesses in the gut A thriving, balanced composition of… See more
Are You Aware of What's In Your Processed Foods?
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
March 17, 2023
What's In Your Processed Foods?
If there’s something good you can say about processed foods, it’s this: They are popular because they’re convenient. Processed foods can be less expensive than whole foods and homemade variations. And they can typically be prepared, served and cleaned up quickly and easily.  Unfortunately,… See more
Food Swamps And Their Impact On Raising Stroke Risk
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
February 17, 2023
Someone grabbing a soda from a convenience store
Have you ever heard of a “food swamp”? Researchers coined the term in 2009 to describe a typically low income community, that’s fraught with: Fast food restaurants Gas stations Donut shops Convenience marts Package stores  They often emerge in regions deemed as food desserts, i.e.,… See more
This Nutrient May Slow Cognitive Decline and Promote Brain Health
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
December 15, 2022
Person using spoon to lift fruit, nuts, vegetables and grains from a food tray
Maintaining healthy cognitive function is a vital component to living a healthy life. Almost 10 percent of Americans older than 65 have dementia and another 22 percent have mild cognitive impairment – the earliest stage of memory loss, according to a study published in… See more
Can Drinking Tea Prevent Heart Disease in Women?
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
December 15, 2022
person pouring tea into teacup from tea kettle
You’ve probably heard (and used) expression, “But first, coffee.” If you’re preventing heart disease, you might want to rephrase: But first, tea!  Tea is one of the most popular beverages in the world. It’s high in flavonoids, plant-based compounds found in a wide range of foods including… See more
Americans Aren’t Using Free Dietary Tools to Eat Healthier
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
December 14, 2022
person using cellphone while standing next to produce section in grocery store
Nutrition is a complex science, but it plays a significant role in our health, so it’s important to understand at least the basics. Fortunately, there are many dietary tools available to help, including free ones from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that provide guidance on what… See more
Must Haves When Adopting a Mediterranean-Style Diet
By Sean Kelley
MDVIP
November 17, 2022
plate of Mediterranean greens and protein
The food most of us eat could be slowly killing us. The Western diet, laden with sugary processed foods and red meats, is one of the top reasons the American life span had declined  in recent years. This type of diet raises our risk for overall death as well death from heart disease and cancer… See more
How Nutrition Affects Our Life Span
November 14, 2022
 TRANSCRIPT:What we eat profoundly influences how long and how well we live. Hi, I’m Dr. Michael Roizen, chief wellness officer emeritus of the Cleveland Clinic and author of The Great Age Reboot. I’ve launched an app called the RebootYour Age app, designed to help you live… See more
How Your Diet Can boost Your Immune System
September 21, 2022
family enjoying meal at a table
The human immune system is a wonderful thing. It responds quickly when we’re injured (the swelling around a sprained joint or a small cut), it attacks microscopic invaders like viruses and bacteria, and it even stores information that helps it fight future infections. It’s a beautiful protector… See more
Are Seed Oils Safe and Healthy for Consumption?
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
September 20, 2022
Oil poured into a blue stovetop pan
The topic is surprisingly polarizing among nutritionists, foodies and many health advocates. What are seed oils? Are seed oils bad for you? Are cooking oils made from seeds like canola or soy healthy and safe?The oils, which have been a staple of western diets for more than 100 years (oil made from… See more

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