How can you calculate your own personal heart disease risk to help you determine if you should start on a cholesterol-lowering statin drug? The muscle-related side effects from cholesterol-lowering statins “are often severe enough for patients to stop taking the drug. Of course, these side effects could be coincidental or psychosomatic and have nothing to … Read more
These healthy ground beef recipes make for the best weeknight dinners. From a classic beef chili to Mexican favorites like taco soup, here is how I get creative with ground beef! Photo: Gayle McLeod Ground beef is a staple ingredient in my kitchen, especially when I’m trying to get dinner on the table quickly! It’s … Read more
The 2023 Food Safety Summit, held from May 8–11, was a highly anticipated event that brought together 2,700 industry professionals, researchers, policymakers, and experts in person and virtually from around the world to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in ensuring food safety. The Summit combined 1,200 in-person and 1,500 virtual participants who were able … Read more
Women In Nutraceuticals (WIN), a non-profit organization led by global nutraceutical leaders, announced in a recent press release that the non-profit was launching the WIN Entrepreneurship Training + Pitch Contest. There were 25 spots available with the application period closing on October 13, 2025. Through the Entrepreneurship Training and Pitch Contest programs, were available to … Read more
What is the dirty little secret of drugs for lifestyle diseases? Drug companies go out of their way—in direct-to-consumer ads, for example—to “present pharmaceutical drugs as a preferred solution to cholesterol management while downplaying lifestyle change.” You see this echoed in the medical literature, as in this editorial in the Journal of the American Medical … Read more
Olive oil is one of the healthiest cupboard basics of all time. You probably don’t think about it as a supplement, but just because it’s great on a salad doesn’t mean there aren’t powerful biologically active compounds in it. Olive oil is great for heart health, fighting inflammation, and even keeping your skin and hair … Read more
May 29, 2025 by Tania Sheff · This post may contain affiliate links Learn how to make Homemade Breadcrumbs with just a few ingredients! These crispy, flavorful crumbs are perfect for casseroles, pasta, salads, and more. Craving that perfect crunchy finish for your casseroles, pasta bakes, or crispy toppings? These Homemade Breadcrumbs are flavorful, easy … Read more
Most people don’t think twice about pouring kibble into a pet’s bowl or tearing open a packet of crackers. Dry foods feel safe. They sit on shelves for months without spoiling, don’t require refrigeration, and look and smell unchanged long after initial purchase. But “dry” does not mean risk-free. Pathogens such as Salmonella and Listeria … Read more
If you’re looking for the best diet for menopause to reduce your risks of heart disease, look no further than the Mediterranean diet.Credit: Unsplash Curated Lifestyle Are you a woman approaching menopause? If so, there’s no better time to transition to the Mediterranean diet for heart health. According to a new study in Frontiers, it … Read more
Aloe vera is a desert plant whose leaves contain a gel that’s best-known for its ability to heal damage from sunburns. However, it’s useful for far more than just soothing burned skin. Aloe vera is rich in antioxidants, which makes it a great skincare agent for uses beyond just sunburns. It’s also got powerful anti-inflammatory … Read more