Wellness
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WellnessSee articleGetting Clarity About Calcium
The subject of calcium is a hotly debated one. One of the biggest controversies is whether or not we can really get enough calcium following a whole-food, plant-based diet that excludes dairy. To help clarify this important topic, we’ll tackle the more common calcium questions, one at a time. Read on, or click below to […] -
WellnessSee articleVitamin D Supplements are Harmful—Sunshine and Food Determine Health
Worries over vitamin D, once known as “the sunshine vitamin,” have turned hundreds of millions of people into patients with worse, not better, health. The latest, and likely the final, analyses of the studies performed on treating people with vitamin D supplements has shown that this multiple billion-dollar business does not work. The authors, after […] -
WellnessSee articleIs It Possible to Eat Too Much Fruit?
We’ve talked before about how the sugar in whole foods (like fruits and vegetables) is necessary and healthy. The clarification that is not made enough by the media or by health professionals is the difference between sugar in its natural state and sugar that’s been extracted from its natural package. In this NutritionFacts.org video, Dr. […] -
WellnessSee articleBrain Food: New Study Shows Healthy Diet Can Protect Against Memory Loss
It might seem like common sense to most of us, but a new report confirms that our eating habits affect the health of our brains. This new study, published online in Neurology, found that eating healthfully is the best way to preserve memory and mental sharpness as you age. The study followed almost 28,000 adults […] -
How ToSee articleTop 3 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Doctor Visits
Plant-based diets are still far from mainstream, and especially in the medical community. Sometimes, this can lead plant-based eaters to think, “Hmm, I pay all this money, and I feel like I don’t even need the insurance – I hardly ever get sick!” How can you make sure you’re getting the most from your health […] -
WellnessSee articleForks Over Knives App Now Available for Android
The Forks Over Knives Android app is finally here! Our dedicated team set out to create a first-class mobile experience and to make every aspect of adopting a plant-based lifestyle as easy as possible. The recipe app features contributions from over 20 leading plant-based chefs and will be updated with new recipes each week. Beautiful photos accompany […] -
WellnessSee articleStudy: Taking Too Many Vitamins Increases Cancer Risk
Millions of Americans take vitamins and supplements because they think it will make them healthier. But according to a large-scale study that was just presented at a forum at the University of Colorado Cancer Center, taking too many vitamins increases cancer risk. Study co-author Tim Byers, MD, MPH explained his research at the American Association […] -
WellnessSee article22 Healthy Grocery Must-Haves to Stock Your Fridge
Here’s a master list to use when you’re stocking up on healthy ingredients and essentials. Filling your kitchen with healthy foods makes cooking delicious dishes a pleasure, not a chore. Although it looks like a long list, it’s worth it to stock up on condiments and frozen goods, since they will last for a long […] -
WellnessSee articleHow Does Fat Affect Insulin Resistance and Diabetes?
According to the Centers for Disease Control, 29 million people in America have diabetes and 86 million have prediabetes. Insulin resistance is recognized as a predictor of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. But what causes insulin resistance? In this NutritionFacts.org video, Dr. Michael Greger talks about how fat affects insulin resistance, and about […] -
WellnessSee articleIs the Sugar in Fruit Healthy or Unhealthy?
The following is an excerpt from The Forks Over Knives Plan. We are bombarded by stories in the media about how sugar is bad for our health and sweets of all kind should be avoided. However, the desire for sweet-tasting foods is perfectly normal and natural! Indeed, our tongue contains an abundance of sweet receptors […] -
WellnessSee articleHow Our Dinner Menu Can Help Solve California’s Water Crisis
California has been in a severe drought for the last four years, which means local governments have started rationing water for showers and sprinklers, and farmers have started drilling into our groundwater supply. Surveys show that 90 percent of Californians are concerned about conserving water, but they’re not given the big picture. Long showers and […] -
WellnessSee articleHow the Livestock Industry Endangers Biodiversity, and Why It Matters
The following is an excerpt from Living the Farm Sanctuary Life, which was just released by Rodale Books. Possibly the most chilling effect of the livestock industry is how it alters our planet in ways that change its composition forever. Duncan Williamson, food policy manager at the World Wildlife Fund, UK, estimates that approximately 30 […]
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