As we enter the second year of the COVID-19 pandemic, many questions remain unanswered. The answers to some questions continue to change. Certainly, as we learn more, science often generates additional questions. Read more
Good food provides the many essential nutrients and other healthful components needed to grow and maintain health throughout a long and full life. However, it can be challenging to ensure the food is safe. Read more
Green drinks may be one of the biggest health trends promoted over the last decade. Based on a Google search, there are over 800 million green drink recipes available. Read more
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We celebrate the differences between men and women. As the French say, “Vive la difference!” Read more
The past 12 months have challenged us in ways that few could have ever predicted. COVID-19 has been an extreme challenge to both physical and economic health. However, disinformation related to this pandemic viral disease has seriously increased the damage to our physical and financial health. Read more
As we transition from Thanksgiving into Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa, keeping ourselves and loved ones safe will demand creativity and new perspectives. Read more
Stress is how the body reacts to any change or situation that requires a person to respond. Read more
We usually try to stay out of politics in this Health Options column, but many COVID-19 health issues are being treated like a political football while ignoring well-established science. Read more
Many people have noticed that clothes are fitting tighter as the pandemic shutdown keeps going. These pandemic pounds have launched a series of weight loss messages from health professionals promoting a healthy weight to decrease risks associated with COVID-19 disease. Read more
This year will be one of those historic years you never forget. In addition to COVID-19, we need to remember that it is hurricane season until December. Read more
There are many things people can live without, but adequate food is not one of them. As food prices increase and finances become more uncertain, ensuring that purchased food meets nutrient needs becomes more challenging. Read more
During war times, governments have encouraged people to plant “victory gardens” with the goal that families could grow produce to help supply essential nutrients. Read more
COVID-19 poses a significant threat to both health and the economy. Worldwide data show that no one is immune from getting this novel coronavirus or dying from it. Read more
The spread of the coronavirus is progressing worldwide and now has increased mortality compared with the flu. Read more
It is becoming more common for over-the-counter pharmaceutical products to contain vitamins and minerals. Read more
Overall health is dependent on a healthy heart that can pump adequate nutrients and oxygen to cells throughout the body. Read more
The traditional Thanksgiving feast contains a hefty amount of protein, but likely more fat and sugar than typical dinner meals. Read more
Halloween is the time of year to have fun being scary. But for those with food allergies, Halloween treats can be scary, risky and even life-threatening. Read more
Over the past 50 years, public-health nutrition has evolved into a series of absolute recommendations that are simple and relatively easy to understand. Read more
People around the world have evolved many different ways of eating that provide an adequate supply of essential nutrients for basic health and reproduction. Read more
The Greek definition of the word protein means “to come first” and so it is appropriate to recognize dietary protein as a primary essential nutrient for human health. Read more
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