With Valentine’s Day fast approaching, I thought it was appropriate to mention some of the heart healthy benefits of drinking a glass of red wine! Phenolic compounds, such as polyphenols, found in red wine have recently become a hot topic of interest in the realm of food science. Polyphenols have proven to be beneficial to […]
For more than six thousand years, the olive has been cultivated and developed by Mediterranean civilizations (1). Today olive oil is popularly used as a gourmet flavoring condiment, and a healthier alternative or substitute for unhealthy fats and oils. Olive oil contains a powerful mix of antioxidants, which are proven to reduce oxidative stress and […]
1. Savor don’t stuff! Eat until you feel satisfied. Try to eat from a place of true physiological hunger. Sit down at the table, enjoy a conversation with friends, and be present and mindful while you eat. 2. Spoil your dinner. Don’t go to a holiday party hungry. Take the edge of hunger by eating […]
From Michael Phelps to the Average Joe: Just how much protein do you really need? Most fitness enthusiasts are aware of the idea that protein is of the utmost importance for muscular repair. Yet many people have no idea just how much protein they need to consume daily to keep their form looking slim and […]