Food and Diet. Find daily health food tips and ideas from Dr. David Samadi. Discover healthy food for healthy living. Explore major food issues and debates related to health such as buying and cooking with organic food, genetically modified food (GMO versus Non-GMO), nutrition, dieting epidemic, obesity, disease prevention, best digestion foods.
Organic food is here to stay and lucky for us it is. Should we all go organic or can you still eat a healthy diet from conventionally grown food? What it boils down to is your own personal decision. What are you looking for – reduced pesticide residue, less antibiotics, and hormones in food, environmental issues – or are there other areas of concern.
Read MoreFirst of all, let's explore what functional food actually is. Functional foods are defined as foods that are thought to have other health benefits in the body outside of a nutritional value.
Read MoreJuicing has grown to become a five billion dollar industry and there is no shortage of consumer reports on how great the cleanses make them feel. Yet, there is no scientific evidence that these cleanses actually detoxify your system, and in some instances, they can even be harmful.
Read MoreThere's been a number of reviews around studies that have cited the benefits of various aspects of drinking coffee. Most studies recognize a "cup of coffee" being an 8 ounce serving and when we talk about coffee, we mean black coffee, not with milk, sugar, syrup and other additives.
Read MoreThe truth is what you snack on in between meals goes a long way, especially in keeping your metabolism burning. If you have a regular exercise routine, it can also help continue to tone your muscles throughout the day. Snacking throughout the day is not a bad habit, so long as it's conducted in moderation and with healthy choices. Good-for-you snacks can be part of a healthy diet if snacking is done in a sensible way —hence not eating the entire bag of dark chocolate Hershey Kisses.
Read MoreRed wine has long been thought to be good for heart health. Believe it or not, the alcohol and certain substances in red wine called antioxidants may help prevent heart disease by increasing levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol and protecting against artery damage.
Read MoreFact – Sugar alone by itself does not cause diabetes. Sugar is a simple carbohydrate easily broken down into glucose in the digestive tract, absorbed quickly into the bloodstream causing blood sugar (blood glucose) to rise. All carbohydrates break down into glucose. Glucose is necessary for normal functioning of the brain and other body tissues. As glucose levels rise, the pancreas secretes the hormone insulin, necessary to remove glucose from the bloodstream and into the cells of the body.
Read MoreIt seems we've been obsessed with cutting carbs in order to lose weight Of course protein and fiber matter for losing weight, but healthy carbs can do just the same. In reality, most of the vitamins and nutrients we need to burn fat as well as fiber to keep our stomachs flat are found in carbs. People are typically cutting carbs to lose weight, but typically this is water weight you are losing. So you might be battling the bloat, but you won't see any real results but just cutting carbs. The goal is not to lose water weight but to lose fat. The way to do this is more exercise, clean eating and smaller meals.
Read MoreAutumn is in full swing and is beginning to show off her fall colors in the landscape around us – red, orange and yellow. This is the perfect time of year to look for these same colors in the produce section at the grocery story to reap bountiful health benefits. Foods with these bright colors provide a multitude of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to keep you healthy and well-nourished. Here are foods to look for and try during this colorful season:
Read MoreMore than 3.5 million skin cancer cases are diagnosed each year. Over 90% of them are caused by the sun's ultraviolet rays (UVR). Ironically, most of the skin damage associated with aging (leathering, sagging, wrinkles, discoloration) is related to UV rays.
Read MoreGlucose is essential to us as humans because it is a major source of energy for the tissue and muscle cells in our bodies.Diabetes is also known as diabetes mellitus. There are two types of diabetes: Type 1 diabetes and Type 2 diabetes. The condition is characterized by a group of diseases that affect how the body uses blood sugar, or glucose.
Read MoreSnacking throughout the day is not a bad habit, so long as it's conducted in moderation and with healthy choices. Good-for-you snacks can be part of a healthy diet if snacking is done in a sensible way —hence not eating the entire bag of dark chocolate Hershey Kisses. The truth is what you snack on in between meals goes a long way, especially in keeping your metabolism burning. If you have a regular exercise routine, it can also help continue to tone your muscles throughout the day.
Read MoreHunger is a constant battle. Some people even claim they're never sure if they actually feel a sensation of hunger. The truth is we eat much bigger portions than our bodies need. We also often choose unhealthy snacks throughout the day.
Read MoreFall is a glorious time especially when it comes to the food. Harvest time brings delicious stone fruits, pumpkins, squash and the like. So what are the delicious and wholesome items you need to add to your grocery list this weekend? Here are 8 we fell in love with all over again.
Read MoreThe foods you're putting in your body everyday are one of the most important factors to a happier and healthy life. Healthy eating begins with preparation and planning ahead. What most people know is cooking at home is always best and what does need?
Read MoreIf eating beets or drinking beetroot juice is not a regular part of your diet, you might want to reconsider. This root vegetable native to the Mediterranean region possesses a unique nutritional blend of health benefits.
Read MoreThere's a new oil in town —enter coconut oil. Speaking of healthy fats, did you know research claims have been made that link coconut oil health benefits to improving immune function, thyroid disease, heart disease, obesity and may even help prevent cancer. More studies are needed but nonetheless, it is a massively beneficial food to add to your diet. Here's why.
Read MoreThe foods we eat everyday play a major role in our health. From the drops of cream added to your coffee to the amount of oil in the pan, these foods are some of the unhealthiest choices that we're eating every day.
Read MoreThere are so many diets and weight loss tips spouted each day online. Of course it gets confusing. But we want to start with the basics a.k.a. finding the foods that fill you up, keep you fuller longer and fuel the metabolism.
Read MoreWe often talk about what we eat and how it contributes to an unhealthy lifestyle or weight gain, but the hidden calories (and pounds) are actually in the drinks. Here are some of the highest caloric drinks and healthy swaps.
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