New Study: Purple Potatoes Lower Blood Pressure
If you’re a “meat and potatoes” kind of person, then you’ll be delighted to learn that a new study out of the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania found that purple potatoes can reduce blood...
View ArticleRecipe: Organic White Cheddar Gnocchi with Kale
Nothing says comfort to a Southern girl like a pot of dumplings…except maybe mac-n-cheese. In this dish, I tried to combine the comfort food appeal of both by creating a healthier alternative....
View ArticleRecipe: Pineapple Chicken with Red Skin Potato and Yogurt
Reminiscent of comfort food, this recipe is extremely flavorful and under 550 calories! Since the pineapples are marinated in a little honey and vinegar before being added to the chicken, the juices...
View ArticleCan Eating Carbs at Night Help You Lose Weight?
Here’s important new information for all weight-loss dieters: limiting consumption of sugar and starchy carbs to the evening meal could be a crucial determinant of successful fat loss and long-term...
View ArticleAre You Eating Foods Known to Cause Depression?
Scientists are aware that diet can have a profound effect on physical health. Now, researchers are uncovering increasing evidence that shows what we eat can also affect our mental health. A study at...
View Article9 Common Foods That Can Be Deadly (and How You Can Eat Them Safely)
It is not surprising to read that whole foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds are an essential part of a healthy diet. But—shocker—if you’re not careful, some of these foods can actually be...
View ArticleEverything You Need to Know About “Resistant Starch”
Most of the carbohydrates in the diet are starches. Starches are long chains of glucose that are found in grains, potatoes and various foods. But, not all of the starch we eat gets digested. Sometimes...
View ArticleCan a Banana a Day Keep Stroke at Bay?
Preliminary research suggests eating potassium-rich foods like bananas and potatoes may reduce the risk of stroke and early death in older women. While the study didn’t provide proof that potassium...
View ArticleEating Potatoes 4 or More Times a Week Linked to Higher Blood Pressure
Potatoes are one of those foods that are easy to add to meals. They can be baked, mashed, fried and boiled. You can use them to make potato pancakes, hash browns or potato salad. In fact, potatoes are...
View Article13 Fun Facts About Our Favorite Holiday Spuds
‘Tis the season for sweet potato casserole, candied yams, and other recipes incorporating traditional holiday spuds—but despite their popularity, it can be hard to tell the difference between some of...
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