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Jenkins DJ, Kendall CW, Josse AR, Salvatore S, Brighenti F, Augustin LS, Ellis PR, Vidgen E, Rao AV. Almonds Decrease Postprandial Glycemia, Insulinemia, and Oxidative Damage in Healthy Individuals.J Nutr. 2006 Dec;136(12):2987-2992.PMID: 17116708 [

Imagine a superfood -- not a drug -- powerful enough to help you lower your cholesterol, reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer, and, for an added bonus, put you in a better mood. Did we mention that there are no side effects? You'd surely stock up on a lifetime supply. Guess what? These life-altering superfoods are available right now in your local supermarket.

The program has enhanced access to healthful foods among low-income families, generated high levels of satisfaction among these families, and, according to anecdotal reports, improved the diet and overall health of those served.

A study recently published by the European Prospective Investigation into Cancer and Nutrition (EPIC) has revealed that increased intake of vitamin K2 may reduce the risk of prostate cancer by 35 percent. The authors point out that the benefits of K2 were most pronounced for advanced prostate cancer, and, importantly, that vitamin K1 did not offer any prostate benefits.

Getting rid of belly fat may be another blueberry health benefit. This is also directly related to boosting heart health. Looks like a diet rich in blueberries can deliver a double health bonus! This report is revealing!

I truly believe that we shouldn't drink alcohol. "But a glass of red wine is heart healthy!!!" Then, eat a bunch of grapes. With this being said, I still created a beer club 5 years ago. I'm honest with myself. I live in the midwest and every social event involves food and alcohol.As I tell my personal training clients in Chicago, the key to success is creating boundaries based on your needs...not your wants. The moral of the story is that we should accept that we will often bend the rules of our physical lives and live imperfectly. This is a good article to keep in mind as you determine what you can get away with (like my Chicago personal training clients).

The curing properties of oranges have been linked with a wide range of health benefits, risks and nutrition facts. The juicy citrus fruits that are in season throughout the winter are loaded with vitamin C and the pigment beta-cryptoxanthin.

The curing properties of oranges have been linked with a wide range of health benefits, risks and nutrition facts. The juicy citrus fruits that are in season throughout the winter are loaded with vitamin C and the pigment beta-cryptoxanthin.