Protein is essential for life and an important part of every cell in our bodies. The building blocks of protein, amino acids, are needed to repair cells, build and repair muscles, and to make hormones, enzymes, and antibodies. Protein can also influence our immune function and metabolism. Although most people are eating enough protein, many could […]
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This Week in Food, Health, and Fitness
This week, read about coffee & diabetes, dietary fiber, ice baths for recovery, how laughter eases stress, and nutrition updates from the Experimental Biology conference. An excuse to drink more coffee? If you’re at risk for diabetes, you might want to think about your coffee drinking habits. Researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health found […]
Mixed Berry Yogurt with Almonds
This is a fast and easy breakfast, snack, or dessert that is high in protein. I typically use a blend of frozen mixed berries, but fresh berries would be an excellent choice as well. You can prepare this ahead of time so breakfast is waiting for you when you open the fridge. For breakfast on […]
This Week in Food, Health, and Fitness
This week, read about inspiration for older athletes, myths of modern day dieting, and the lack of nutrition education in medical schools. Inspiration for older athletes. This year’s Boston Marathon was won by Meb Keflezighi, just shy of his 39th birthday. Remarkably, this is the fastest marathon Keflezighi has ever ran. Like some others, Meb […]