Diet & Nutrition

vegetarian

Getting to the Meat of the Matter

Should you go vegetarian? Two new studies show that people who eat no or minimal meat live longer, weigh less, and have fewer asthma and hay fever attacks than their carnivorous cousins.

Apples

Can an Apple a Day Keep Cholesterol Away?

A new study reveals that the active compounds in apples can help significantly reduce cholesterol levels.

garlic and olive oil

Homemade Salad Dressings That Taste Great!

If you’re going for a salad at lunch or dinner don’t ruin it with the wrong dressing. Try one of the Wellness Times homemade salad dressing recipes instead of the usual grocery store variety.

Table Salt

Get the Scoop on Salt

Studies on salt consumption’s role in health are still conflicting, but one thing is clear: If you are going to salt your food, sea salt offers a bit more nutrition and a wider range of flavor than regular table salt.

Solo dining

The Tao of Eating Alone

Rather than be uncomfortable or feel compelled to rush through a meal because of a lack of companion, solo diners can embrace the concept that eating alone is an opportunity for nourishment on multiple levels.

Scale

Green Coffee Bean Extract—The Next Weight Loss Miracle?

Looking to drop a few pounds? New research shows how unroasted green coffee beans just might help you win the losing game. Find out if this is just a fad or a science-based solution to weight loss woes.

Pop

Why Diet Drinks Don’t Help You Lose Weight

Research shows the noncaloric sweeteners used in diet soda confuse the brain and may lead to overeating and weight gain.

A Healthy Summer Snack: Avocado Fruit Salad

Avocados are delicious and good for you too. Check out our recipe for Avocado Fruit Salad, it serves eight people and can be ready in less than 10 minutes!

Chocolate and reservatol

Sun Protection From the Inside Out

When we think of protecting the skin from sun damage, we think of topical creams and lotions. But our healthy aging expert tells us there are some suprisingly sweet ways to protect the skin from the inside out.

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