As you know, I recommend you enjoy five servings of organic fruits and vegetables daily as part of a healthy, balanced diet. I base this sensible recommendation on the latest science showing that [...]
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Could eating FEWER fruits and veggies be the secret to a longer, healthier life?
Few people achieve the government’s long-standing recommendation to eat six to eight servings of fruits and vegetables per day. But the good news is, a major, new study shows you may not need to [...]
Storage and safety tips for your coronavirus “supermarket stockpile”
I know many people stocked up on much more than just their “essential” groceries back in March when their state implemented a “stay-at-home” order, thanks to the coronavirus. Well, now, as many [...]
5 life-saving benefits of “deadly” nightshades
Earlier this month, I talked about foods that came from the “New World” in the Americas, including potatoes and peppers. And these plants have another surprising connection—they both belong to [...]
Tell-tale risk factor for prostate cancer appears in late teens
A new study found a little-known, but highly significant link between a common condition suffered during adolescence and prostate cancer risk. I’ve actually been talking about childhood and [...]
The surprising health benefits hiding in your fall “décor”
Last week, September 22nd marked the first day of fall, my favorite season. The time of year is here when pumpkins appear on nearby front porches, stoops, and fence posts. But they weren’t always [...]
The No. 1 reason why I never recommend this diet restriction
If you have Type II diabetes, know that you don’t have to limit your fruit intake. As I regularly report, eating fruit actually helps people with Type II diabetes improve their blood sugar [...]