Fighting Boredom with Healthy Food + Creative Living
Kindness should be practiced every day, as it feels great to give! However, every November 13th is celebrated as World Kindness Day around the world! The World Kindness Day was introduced in 1998 by the World Kindness Movement. Although the theme of this day is…
I happened to find a huge stash of long purple Chinese Eggplants (California grown) at our local Korean market yesterday, so instantly I had a craving for warm, spicy eggplant over rice. Chinese eggplants are typically long, slender and very compact. If they have seeds,…
A new study—the first of its kind—explains how even moderate intake of fruit, vegetables and legumes may lower a person’s risk of heart disease and death.
This is good news for those who think they can’t afford (or like) to get the recommended amount of fruits, veggies and legumes every day.
“Previous research, and many dietary guidelines in North America and Europe recommended daily intake of these foods ranging from 400 to 800 grams per day, but this is unaffordable for many people in low to middle-income countries,” said study investigator Dr Andrew Mente, PhD, from the Population Health Research Institute, McMaster University, Hamilton, Canada. “Our findings indicate that optimal health benefits can be achieved with a more modest level of consumption, an approach that is likely to be much more affordable.”
Researchers looked at the diets of those living in 18 countries and across seven geographic regions. They concluded people eating 3 to 4 servings per day of fruits, vegetables and legumes was just as beneficial on their health as those with higher intakes. USDA Dietary Guidelines recommend adults eat anywhere from 5 to 13 servings.
Although this was a study done across multiple countries with various types of diets, Mente believes this data could help sway nutrition policies universally.
Published with permission from Delicious Living via the New Hope Blogger Network – http://deliciousliving.com/health/even-small-amounts-fruit-and-vegetables-are-beneficial?cid=nhbc
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, INC. and The Coca-Cola Company, all opinions are mine alone. #RefreshinglyHonestSnacks #CollectiveBias The school year is upon us, and if you’re like me, your calendar is already full for the foreseeable future. I find the best way…
Having a Halloween themed dinner? This is the perfect fun (& healthy) side to make to accompany your haunted meal!
As I had to re-pot some succulents out on my deck, I figured I may as well spookify them since Halloween is coming up. (more…)
Oh coconut oil, where art thou? Why everywhere, of course! You’ve probably noticed that coconut oil is hard to miss lately – whether browsing the news, social media or your local grocer. But too much information can sometimes lead to confusion. So here’s what you need…
This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine alone. This content is intended for readers 21 and older. #KingOfFlavor #FieldToBottle #CollectiveBias I’ve got hot sauce in my bag. No, really, I actually do. Being a native San Diegan,…
In today’s fast-paced world, it’s essential to prioritize relaxation and self-care. Here are 15 effective ways to unwind and recharge: (more…)
Organizations have developed numerous sleep hygiene tips to help you slip into sleep and stay asleep. The National Sleep Foundation, for instance, recommends doing things like establishing a regular relaxing routine before bed, setting up a sleep-friendly environment so that the temperature is between 60…
With kids headed back to school, it’s time for a little refresher on lunch box food safety! Nearly half (49 percent) of Americans admit to leaving lunches that require refrigeration out of the refrigerator/cooler/freezer for three hours or more. This means nearly half of us are…
Berries are in season and in bulk at farmer’s markets and in the grocery store. Because we have so many berries in the house, we often can’t keep up with eating all of them before they go bad! A fruit bake is a great way to use up a bunch of berries that may otherwise go unused. It’s also very beautiful! (more…)
