This past weekend marked National Coffee Day, a time to celebrate one of life’s pleasures. For many years, the beverage was consistently labelled as a culprit . Way back in the 1950s, scientists studied its impact on assorted ailments like cardiovascular disease, and eye disorders like glaucoma. Even its effect on children’s behaviour was scrutinized. […]
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The best of fast food: Whole Wheat Pasta with Rapini
This dish takes just a little longer to prepare than it takes to cook up a pot of pasta. What could be faster? As Whole Grains Month draws to a close, take a look at what’s on your table. Are whole grains playing a starring role or are refined ones still taking the spotlight? If […]
6 top strategies for healthy telomeres
In my last post, I talked about research showing that lifestyle changes, in general, and can impact on telomere length. But as this is a hotbed of research, scientists have been narrowing down some of the key strategies for maintaining or lengthening telomeres. Together they may indeed may translate into long life. Get your fill […]
The fountain of youth: the scoop on telomeres
People have long been seeking elixirs promising the fountain of youth. And these days, there’s certainly no shortage of formulations available that promote healthy longevity. There are snake oil salesmen a plenty. But the science is simply not there yet. Researchers, though, are now making breakthroughs in determining factors which can affect the lifespan of […]
Apple Streusel Tart
‘Tis the season for apple pie. There’s no doubt that it’s a favourite dessert. But pie crusts can add a wallop of fat and calories. Instead of a regular pie crust, enjoy your apples with phyllo which can be a convenient lower-fat alternative to regular pastry. Look for packages of phyllo in the freezer section […]
12 savvy snack selections for active kids
“Can you please provide some tips and strategies for families with active children – feeding them pre and post workout, making sure they have quick nutritious choices for after school and before practice or other activities?” requests Enlightened Eater Facebook fan, Sophia Verzosa. Sophia, providing healthy eats for active kids can definitely be a challenge […]
Not all apples are created equal
Apples are a hotbed of research as scientists discover the many disease-fighting weapons contained. But not all apples are created equal in terms of their content of these health promoting compounds. Scientific investigations have been looking at various apple varieties to see which rank highest in their ability to protect health. Red Delicious and Spy […]
Top 5 reasons to eat apples
At this time of year, the crunch of a freshly-harvested apple is a real taste treat. But according to science, there’s much more than just palate pleasing aspects to consider. There appears to be true wisdom in the saying “an apple a day keeps the doctor away”. Here’s a taste of some of the research […]
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