If you don’t ask, the food manufacturer won’t tell. The consumer has a right to know what type of ingredients make up the food, and the manufacturer has an obligation to tell the truth. Don’t buy foods containing these misleading labels: “No-name” labels (e.g., “vegetable oil” or “vegetable shortening”). You have a right to know […]
3 Fish Facts You Should Know
1. The colder the water, the more nutritious and safer the fish. Coldwater fish, such as salmon and tuna, contain more of the omega 3 fatty acids, DHA and EPA than do fish from warmer waters, such as catfish, red snapper, trout, and pike. As a general guide, the warmer the water, the lower the […]
How Sweets Make You Fat
How Sugar and Sweets Make You Fat We all know that if we eat too much fat, most of us will get fat. What many people do not realize is that even eating excess sugar can make you fat. Here’s how sweets make you fat. Sugar is a prime energy source for the body Sugar […]
Omega-3 and DHA as Brain Food
Why We Need Omega-3 and DHA as Brain Food Fats make up 60 percent of the brain and the nerves that run every system in the body. So it stands to reason that the better the fat in the diet, the better the brain. So, with all the fat eaten by the average American, why […]
Omega-3 and DHA For Students
The Importance of Omega-3 and DHA For Students DHA is the primary structural component of brain tissue, so it stands to reason that a deficiency of DHA in the diet could translate into a deficiency in brain function. In fact, research is increasingly recognizing the possibility that DHA has a crucial influence on neurotransmitters in […]
Cholesterol Facts You Should Know
The Top Cholesterol Facts Since you will see the word “cholesterol” on just about every food package you buy, it’s important to know what it is, what it does, and how much is safe. Below are the important cholesterol facts you need to know. What cholesterol is Cholesterol is not a fat. Biochemically it’s called […]
10 Ways to Control Your Cholesterol
With every one percent reduction of total blood cholesterol, there is about a two percent reduction in the risk of heart attack. Getting your total cholesterol down and your HDL, or good cholesterol, up is good medicine. Here’s what you can do to control your cholesterol. 1. Eat less fat Keep your total daily fat […]
Foods that Boost and Drain the Brain
Some foods help the brain work better, some foods drag down brain performance. Be smart and feed your children foods that will make them smart (and also eat these foods yourself, too). Here’s a chart of foods that boost and drain the brain. BRAIN BUILDERS BRAIN DRAINERS California Avocados Bananas Beef, lean Brewer’s yeast Broccoli […]
Foods That Make You Sleepy
Foods That Make You Sleepy Ever wonder why school children’s learning and behavior deteriorates after lunch? It’s because some foods perk up the brain while others put it to sleep. Here are some foods that can improve attention, behavior, and learning in the afternoon rather than having foods that make you sleepy: Balance proteins and […]
Smart Foods for Teen Brains
Tips on Foods for Teen Brains Even though the brain has completed most of its growth by adolescence, it still continues to make vital connections. Second to infancy, adolescence is the most critical time for nutritious eating. This is another window of opportunity for brain growth when a healthy diet is important. However, adolescence is […]
Dietary Changes to Lower Cancer Risk
12 Dietary Changes to Lower Cancer Risk Some foods actually contribute to the development of cancer; other foods lessen the risk. Follow these dietary changes to lower cancer risk. More specifically, these dietary guidelines target lowering the risk of colorectal cancer as well as preventing cardiovascular disease. For people with a genetic tendency toward colorectal […]
The 10-step Anti-Cancer Program
Dr. Bill’s 10-step Anti-Cancer Program With trillions of cell duplications occurring inside you every day, it stands to reason that a few of those cells will become out of control renegades. If your body’s immune system is strong enough to search out and destroy these cells, you don’t “get cancer.” If the cells win the […]