Do Omega-3s Really Cause Prostate Cancer?
You probably know that I’m a big believer in the benefits of fish oil, those omega-3 fatty acids you get from eating oily, cold water fish such as salmon, albacore (white) tuna, mackerel, herring, sardines, lake trout and halibut. Omega-3s are called “essential” fatty acids because they are essential for good health, but our bodies […]
Savor Summer’s Most Flavorful Herbs
Fresh herbs – parsley, basil, dill and more – are easiest to come by in the summer. Maybe you’re even growing some in your garden or in an outdoor pot. Not only are summer herbs bursting with big flavor and fragrance, (think basil leaves on fresh tomatoes), they’re actually good for you. Many have antioxidant […]
Unscrambling The #1 Myth About Eggs
One of the most persistent food myths is the belief that eggs raise blood cholesterol. A study refuting this misconception, reports that adolescents who ate up to seven eggs a week had no rise in total cholesterol or cardiovascular risk. Not only have previous studies reported similar findings in adults, but there’s even evidence that […]
