Brain Health

Pumpkins are known for their association with the fall holidays. Once September comes around, fall decor and Halloween decorations have already hit stores. And it’s officially “pumpkin spice season.” But pumpkins are so much more than a seasonal decoration or a flavoring for processed and packaged foods. In this article, we’ll explore the health benefits and nutrition of pumpkins and their seeds. And we’ll look at some of the best and healthiest ways to use them in recipes.

According to one expert, “The risk of air pollution on the brain is a much broader risk factor than we’ve given it credit for.” Discover how the effects of air pollution may be impacting your brain.

Interested in greater brain clarity? Take a look at what’s on your plate! For the latest on diet, brain fog, and how to use food to get rid of brain fog, we look to Food Revolution Summit speaker Uma Naidoo, MD — a Harvard trained nutritional psychiatrist, professional chef, nutritional biologist, and author of the national and international bestseller This Is Your Brain on Food.

The word malnutrition is most often used to describe diets that are deficient in calories or essential nutrients. Chances are you’ve heard it used in that context — associated with starvation and extreme poverty. But that is only one side of malnutrition…

Unless you live in, or are from, the southern United States, East Africa, Brazil, or the Iberian peninsula, you may not be a collard green fanatic. But once you discover the powerful nutrition and health benefits they can offer, you may join the cheering section and look for ways to get them onto your plate.

How do you feel about Brussels sprouts? Whether you adore them or have some issues, let’s talk about some of the reasons you may want to add them to your diet — and some tasty ways to do that!

Cooking with the right herbs and spices can turn ordinary meals into culinary superstars. And not only are many herbs and spices delicious and aromatic, but they’re among the healthiest foods science has ever encountered. You can buy many dried herbs and spices pretty much anywhere, but have you ever tried growing your own, or getting fresh ones and drying them yourself?

The phytonutrients known as flavonoids are some of the most potent & health-promoting compounds on the planet. They fight inflammation, heart disease, and cancer; they promote brain health, and are good for your bones. So what are flavonoids, exactly? How do they work to keep you healthy? And what foods have them in abundance?

The B vitamins are commonly grouped together as “B-complex,” but each one plays a unique role in your everyday health, metabolism, and body functions. Here’s why the B vitamins are so important, which ones may deserve extra attention, and where you can find them on a plant-based diet.

Flaxseeds are nutritional superstars. They’re rich in omega-3 fatty acids, phytoestrogens, fiber, protein, and lignans. Studies show that they may help fight heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and cancer. But if you don’t eat them the right way, they can go “in one end and out the other.” And both flax oil and flaxseed meal can degrade very quickly. Plus, some critics worry that flaxseed is high in cyanogenic glycosides, phytates, and cadmium — all of which could be dangerous. So is flax good or bad? And how can you eat and enjoy it safely?

Some people love spinach, and others, well… don’t. Regardless of your feelings, what's the truth about spinach for your health? And how can you prepare it well in order to incorporate spinach as part of your regular diet, and get the most from its nutritional potential?

You may know omega-3 as a celebrated nutrient found in flaxseeds, chia seeds, and fish oil supplements. But what’s so special about omega-3s? Are there downsides to be aware of? And what are the best ways to meet your omega-3 needs?