She had a bleeding stroke and a clot-caused stroke – at the same time
Nov 6, 2020
After recovering from a hemorrhagic stroke and ischemic stroke, Cathy Brophy embraced a plant-based diet and educated herself and others.
Food & Nutrition
Is honey healthy? How to make sure you don't get stung
Nov 5, 2020
Honey may sometimes be a healthier alternative to other sugars, but it's still loaded with calories, experts caution.
Farming program delivers agricultural know-how and nutrition
Nov 4, 2020
The Urban Farming Institute in Boston grows vegetables and minds as it teaches people how to work the land and eat healthily.
Can video games help you level up your health?
Oct 28, 2020
Sedentary behavior is a serious health risk, but video games might not be the worst thing you can do with your time.
Persimmons pack plenty of nutritional punch
Oct 19, 2020
High in fiber and low in calories, persimmons offer an alternative to the everyday servings of fruit and vegetables – but only for a few months.
Steps to improve heart health during the pandemic
Oct 13, 2020
Maintaining heart health is always essential but especially during the coronavirus pandemic. People with chronic conditions may be at higher risk. (This article was created with financial support from Transamerica.)
Scenes of childhood hunger left lasting impression
Oct 12, 2020
Addressing food insecurity among students and promoting healthy living is the mission of University of Arizona student Lady Dorothy Elli.
Punch up your migas with more vegetables
Oct 6, 2020
This recipe for vegetable migas packs a heavy nutritional punch and can help you get the daily serving of vegetables. (This article was created with financial support from LifeBridge Health.)
Despite recent setbacks, Americans' blood pressure has dropped dramatically since 1960
Oct 5, 2020
A new study shows blood pressure among adults declined substantially between 1960 and 2005, with near elimination of the deadly severe hypertension common in the early part of the 20th century.
Making sense of cholesterol – the good, the bad and the dietary
Sep 16, 2020
It's Cholesterol Education Month, a good time to protect your health by sorting out the sometimes-confusing facts.