vegetables

4 foods to boost heart health, improve blood pressure and cholesterol

February is not just for Valentine's Day. It is also heart health month, which bring me to this: Heart health remains one of the most challenging areas for Americans. Despite decades of public health efforts, heart disease is still the leading cause of death for both men and women. It is also very expensive to treat…

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How to eat more veggies without trying too hard

Last week, I wrote about the recent research on correlations between vegetable consumption and happiness. Of course, you've heard the message that veggies are good for you, probably since you were a young lad. Plants contain antioxidants, anti-inflammatory nutrients, and liver-health-promoting micronutrients. (more…)

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Boost your happiness by eating more vegetables

Feeling stressed, sad or grumpy? Greater happiness, life satisfaction, and positive affect can be found in your Mother's advice: eat your veggies Boost happiness with vegetables and fruit. There is growing evidence that boosting intake of vegetables and fruit also supports your well-being. Happiness, satisfaction with life, and positive affects are not entirely explained by…

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