Tag: nuts
Vegan Foods That Aren’t
If you’re a vegan, you go out of your way to avoid eating anything containing animal products. But did you know that some so-called...
8 Thanksgiving Treats Not to Feed Your Pet
Allowing a dog to beg at the table at any time is simply creating a monster, but certain foods common at Thanksgiving can make...
Heart Healthy Pistachios May Benefit Diabetics
There is something so satisfying about cracking open a pistachio shell and enjoying the sweet and savory offering inside.
These delicious nuts, which originally...
Fill up on Heart-Healthy Fat with Cashews
The cashew is a much-loved nut appreciated for its delicate flavor. Related to the pistachio, the cashew is actually a kidney-shaped seed that grows...
The Powerful Nutritional Punch of Pistachios
It should come as no surprise that nuts are a healthy addition to a balanced diet. Copious amounts of research involving major cohort studies...
Coffee, Nuts and Citrus May Reduce Risk of Type II Diabetes
According to the American Diabetes Association, over 25 million Americans are afflicted with type II diabetes with almost two million new cases are diagnosed...
Chestnuts are an Excellent Source of Fiber and Healthy Fats
You’ve probably heard the song which includes the lyric, “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire.” This year, instead of just singing along, you might...
Could the Paleo Diet Work for You?
You’ve probably heard about the Paleo Diet, but do you really know what it is? Some might automatically dismiss it, believing it’s just another...
Go Ahead: Drink Your Greens
While drinking greens may seem a bit of an odd practice, it is actually an efficient and effective way to supercharge your diet with...
Fall Nuts Not Just for Squirrels
Do you ever wonder what the squirrels find so irresistible about those nuts that fall to the ground each fall? Not only are these...