The health benefits of omega-3 fatty acids, found in oily fish, chia seeds, flaxseeds and walnuts, have been widely documented, in particular in relation to brain health. You may be less familiar with omega-6, another essential dietary fat found mainly in cooking oils, especially soybean, sunflower and corn oils.
Scientists have found that a diet high in omega-6 but low in omega-3 increases inflammation, a risk factor for chronic disease, whilst a diet that includes balanced amounts of each reduces inflammation. There is actually no scientifically proven ideal ratio but the Western diet is typically 16:1 and it’s thought we…
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Which Is the Healthiest Nut?
All information is per data from the US Department of Agriculture (USDA).
Almonds
Almonds are the highest in fiber of the three, and contain the most vitamin E, magnesium, and calcium per serving. You’ll also get a healthy dose of phosphorus and potassium — all nutrients that aid cell growth, energy production, and immune function, notes the Cleveland Clinic. Plus, almonds contain antioxidants. A study in the January 2023 Frontiers in Nutrition even indicates that almonds may improve muscle recovery post–sweat session. Consider adding almonds to your next salad or enjoying almond butter in place of your usual nut butter.…
Farm bill provides food security for New Mexico families
As the Farm Bill comes up for renewal in Congress, we are reminded again of its critical importance, not only to the New Mexico delegation, but to the entire House and Senate. Food assistance programs including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as well as funding for the nation’s food insecurity advocates like Feeding America, which are beacons of hope for countless individuals and families facing food insecurity, are funded through this bill, which also leverages the state funding for these assistance programs.
But in New Mexico, with its rich history of agriculture, the Farm Bill is also a necessity…
Is popcorn healthy? Benefits, downsides and eating it every day
Popcorn.
It’s light and fluffy, salty and crunchy. Sometimes buttery, it can also be made sweet or savory. Hot or room temperature, it’s a late-night favorite both at the movies and at home. More than 17 billion quarts are consumed by Americans every year. In fact, the global market size was about $5.2 billion in 2021.
Popcorn is a favorite for many, but is it a healthy snack or a guilty pleasure? To get all your popcorn questions answered, we spoke with Barbara Olendzki, RD, MPH, LDN, an associate professor of population & quantitative health sciences at UMass Chan Medical…
Meeting official healthy food guidelines will cost the poor half their disposable income
Meeting official healthy food guidelines will cost the poor half their disposable income, research shows
Higher food and drink prices have left some struggling to afford healthy options
Inflation has hit the lowest 20 per cent of earners, according to the Food Foundation
By Francesca Washtell
Published: 07:59PM EDT, July 8, 2023 | Updated: 8:20 PM EDT, July 8, 2023
Britain’s poorest families would need to spend half their disposable income on food to meet the Government’s healthy-eating guidelines, research shows.
Soaring food and drink prices have left many households struggling to afford the healthier alternatives recommended on the NHS’s…
Quick Seared Ahi Tuna Recipe: Healthy Food for Lunch or Dinner in Under 15 Minutes | Seafood
You may not think of making seared ahi tuna for lunch or dinner, but why not? Ahi tuna cooks up very quickly and can be used in many different ways. This crusted ahi tuna is on the table in about 15 minutes!
For this simple seared tuna recipe you’ll need 10 to 16 ounces of fresh, sushi-grade ahi tuna, tamari or soy sauce, a high-heat cooking oil, sesame seeds, garlic powder or onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, granulated sugar and dried thyme or dried Italian seasoning. The tuna is simply breaded with the crust ingredients (the soy sauce…
A guide to having a healthy and happy summer
Elwin Oreaon, Axel Monjaras and Jonathan Lopez, all 13, front to back, paddle a canoe on the Jordan River in Salt Lake City on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2017. | Spenser Heaps, Deseret News
When the sun is out, the barbecues start. As temperatures heat up and summer begins, spending more time outside and eating healthier can be part of your summer goals.
If that’s the case, here are some suggestions of places where you can make small changes to have a happy and healthy summer.
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7-Day Anti-Inflammatory Meal Plan for Healthy Aging
The anti-inflammatory diet has generated a lot of buzz over the years, and for good reason. According to StatPearls, nearly 60% of Americans live with at least one chronic condition. These conditions include type 2 diabetes, heart disease, arthritis and inflammatory bowel diseases; as the name may imply, they are linked to chronic inflammation (low-grade, long-term). According to 2019 research in the International Journal of Molecular Sciences, as we age, we enter a more chronic inflammatory state, coined “inflammating,” further increasing the risk of these chronic conditions. Although people from all walks of life could likely benefit from the anti-inflammatory…