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Small yet mighty, chia seeds could well be considered a tiny superfood. Once mostly famous for putting the green on Chia Pets, it’s the health benefits of chia seeds that are really catching attention today. Easy to add to your diet, these little black seeds are filled with nutrients that are good for your digestion, … Read more
You know that nuts are good for you. But have you heard of sprouted nuts? This ancient preparation technique is having a serious comeback, and takes an already-impressive food and makes it even more powerful for your health, your digestion, and yes, your longevity. If you’re someone who cares about aging well, this is one … Read more
The top 9 astaxanthin benefits such as combating wrinkles and age spots to fighting menopause symptoms, and how to best consume astaxanthin.
The ‘Holy Grail’ of eating well may be to consume healthy foods that leave you feeling full and satisfied after eating. This is perhaps the best way to both eat the right amount of food for your body and to avoid filling up on nutrient-less “junk” foods. In fact, foods that fill you up and … Read more
Most conversations about protein and aging focus on quantity. Are you getting enough? Are you hitting that often-cited target of 0.8 grams per kilogram of body weight? But there’s a question that researchers say matters even more and most people never think to ask it: What kind of protein are you eating? Because the answer, … Read more
There’s no doubt that green, orange, red, and other brightly colored fruits and vegetables are packed full of nutrients. Maybe you’ve even heard the phrase “eat the rainbow” used to describe a nutrient-rich way of eating. However, there’s a whole group of plant foods not typically thought of that should also be included in your … Read more
Believe it or not, there are more than 50 types of nuts scattered around the world (though only about 20-ish are considered edible for humans). As a whole, nuts are an incredibly nutrient-dense food with some amazing— but frequently overlooked— health benefits. They are filling, rich in protein, and a great source of healthy, plant-based … Read more
Mango is a highly popular tropical fruit, even earning the nickname “king of fruits”. And research is showing that this nickname could just as easily refer to the fantastic benefits of mangoes as it could to the delicious flavor. Mangoes are without a doubt one of the most nutritious whole foods, particularly where vitamins are … Read more
Legumes have nourished human civilizations for thousands of years. Long before refined grains and ultra-processed foods entered the picture, beans, lentils, and peas formed the backbone of traditional diets associated with strength, endurance, and remarkable longevity. What makes legumes so powerful is their unique nutritional profile. They combine plant-based protein, slow-digesting carbohydrates, fiber, minerals, and … Read more
For most of history, flowers weren’t just admired. They were eaten. Across the Mediterranean, Asia, the Middle East, and the Americas, flowers were valued not only for beauty and fragrance, but for their remarkable nutritional and medicinal properties. Many are rich in antioxidants, flavonoids, vitamin C, carotenoids, and calming or circulation-supportive compounds. And today, science … Read more