Adapted from an article by Susanna Larsson in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology, January 20, 2022. Olive oil is the cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, which is also abundant in plant foods. High adherence to the Mediterranean diet has been associated with lower incidence and mortality from cardiovascular disease (CVD) and cancer. […]
Cauliflower Recipe with Zesty Walnut Pesto, Spotlight on Walnuts and Pesto, Plant-based Foods for Skin Health and Get Moving for Life Achieving good health is a lot like doing a jigsaw puzzle, with the key pieces being diet, exercise, and well-being. This week’s newsletter shows just how they fit together, with walnuts being a surprising […]
Chimichurri Aioli Recipe and the Gut Health Benefits of Olive Oil There’s been a lot of research in recent years showing the relationship of gut health with overall health. The gut is thought to be as powerful a system as the brain—it’s sometimes called the second brain! Based on the level of diversity in its […]
Cheddar Chile Cornbread Recipe, Spotlight on Cornmeal, The Color of Cheddar, Olive Oil in Early Pregnancy, and The Hidden Dangers of Uric Acid Recipes don’t have to be complicated to be delicious, and this whole-grain cornbread, enhanced with olive oil, cheese, and peppers, is the perfect example—you’ll never use a boxed mix again! I’m including […]
