During the long seafaring voyages of the 15th and 16th centuries, a period known as the Age of Discovery, sailors reported experiencing visions of sublime foods and verdant fields. The discovery that these were nothing more than hallucinations after months at sea was agonizing. Some sailors wept in longing; others threw themselves overboard. The cure […]
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Mushrooms are small but mighty nutrient powerhouses. They offer several health benefits, ranging from increasing immunity to decreasing inflammation. Here are 11 healthy mushrooms worth adding to your diet.
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Knowing which foods fit a lactose-free diet is the first step toward successfully controlling the symptoms of lactose intolerance. Here’s a list of foods to eat and avoid on a lactose-free diet.
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If you’ve ever had an uncomfortable rumbling in your stomach shortly after eating dairy, you might be lactose intolerant. It’s estimated that 68-percent of the world population have some degree of lactose intolerance. Here’s a look at everything to know about lactose intolerance, including the symptoms, causes, and treatment options.
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Fostering sustainable food systems is an urgent global priority. Sustainable diets are a part of food systems with important implications for human and environmental health. While definitions of sustainable diets are still evolving, increasing plant-based protein consumption is a common theme among recommendations, including Canada’s Dietary Guidelines and the EAT-Lancet Report. Plant-based proteins are protein-containing […]
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Every January, millions of individuals make New Year’s resolutions to lose weight or eat healthier, if not both. To achieve this goal, many individuals will begin strenuous exercise programs that incorporate too much exercise too soon, leading to fitness burnout or injury. Overtraining can actually prevent you from losing weight. As a health neuroscientist, I […]
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