Heart Health

Tomatoes. Are they a fruit or a vegetable? But more importantly, are they good for you, or do they have hidden downsides? Here’s what to know about one of the world’s most widely-eaten plants.

There’s more to chickpeas than meets the eye, and the world seems to be noticing. Also known as garbanzos, chickpeas are a versatile source of plant protein and many other important nutrients. Read on to discover their health benefits and the best (and most delicious) ways to add them to your diet.

Food Revolution Network CEO, Ocean Robbins, sits down with retired doctor and public health official Terry Mason, MD, for a fascinating conversation about racism, food, health, COVID-19, and hope.

Also called the “Miracle Tree” and “Tree of Life,” moringa has been heralded as a superfood even more amazing than kale. Research confirms its anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and cancer-preventive powers. And it’s great for the environment, and can even combat world hunger! Here’s all you need to know about this little-known, yet nutritious, superfood — and superplant.

The COVID-19 pandemic has many of us feeling overwhelmed and helpless. But is it possible to reduce your risk of poor outcomes by improving the quality of your diet?

It’s one thing to acknowledge that sugar is bad for us, but it’s another to understand just how much havoc it can wreak on our health. Yet, even armed with that knowledge, sugar is a major temptation for many of us, especially during gatherings. Dr. Michael Klaper shares his journey to “slay the sugary beast” and how you can apply these tactics the next time you’re staring down a plate of cookies or a slice of birthday cake.

Folate is perhaps best known as a critical nutrient during pregnancy, but it serves important roles in your health throughout your lifespan. Here’s what folate does, where to find it, how much you need, and how it differs from folic acid.

Vitamin K may not get as much attention as some of the other vitamins, but that doesn’t make it any less important. Stranded in the middle of the alphabet, it plays several important roles in your health. Here’s what you need to know about what vitamin K does for your body, how much you need, and where to get it.

Grass-fed beef is often marketed as a healthier, more eco-friendly, and more ethical option for red meat-eaters. But how true are these claims? Is grass-fed really better than conventionally-raised beef? And can it be good for your health or the planet?

Most of us know oats best in the form of oatmeal. But this isn’t the only way to consume these nutrient-packed whole grains. So what are the health benefits of eating oats, and are there any downsides to consider?

A prostate cancer diagnosis can disrupt a man’s life and cause distress for his loved ones. Conventional medical treatments are often necessary, but they leave a lot of proven and valuable healing resources out of the picture. Diet — particularly a plant-based diet — and lifestyle, can lower your risk and improve chances of recovery from prostate cancer. Author Bruce Mylrea shares some of his story and what has helped him in dealing with prostate cancer.

Mushrooms are one of the most widely available and popular plant foods. What is it that’s so special about mushrooms, why should you consider adding them to your diet, which ones are best, and which should you avoid?