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Healing Foods

If only it were as simple as an apple a day. Nowadays, the decisions that face us in the supermarket aisles have become increasingly complex. Local or organic? Grass-fed beef or non-GMO tofu?

We've gathered a bounty of articles, tips, and recipes to help you make informed choices.

Quick Reads

Short on time? Looking for the latest research briefs, news items and topic tidbits? Click below to get started!

In Season: Sunchokes

Sunchokes provide health benefits like iron and inulin.

In Season: Acorn Squash

Try these recipes to discover the healing qualities of acorn squash.

Rutabagas

Rutabagas are packed with folate, potassium, cholesterol-lowering fiber, and vitamin C.

Phyto Power

Phytochemicals can help prevent many conditions. Find them in these healing foods.

Pumpkin Powerhouse

Pumpkinseeds are full of important nutrients.

In Season: Papaya

Papaya offers a splash of exotic flair to sweet and savory dishes

Better 'Wich Craft

Healthy sandwich creations.

In Season: Fava Beans

Favas pack a huge protein punch, boast ample amounts of fiber and iron, and contain L-dopa.

Make Your Own Nut Milk

Making your own nut milk might be easier than you think.

In Season: Artichokes

Artichokes contain silymarin, known to protect against skin cancer and promote healthy liver function.

Good Nuts to Crack

Nuts are a compact way of getting a lot of nutrition.

In Season - Kale

Kale has more nutritional value in fewer calories than most foods you’ll find in the produce aisle.

Quick tip!

Whiten teeth naturally with these foods.

In Season: Kiwi

Kiwi is packed with heart-healthy nutrients like potassium, magnesium, and vitamins C and E.

5 Ways to Save on Organic Food

Follow our five strategies to skimp on food costs, not health.

In Season: Figs

Figs are tasty, whether fresh, dried, poached, or baked.

What’s in a Serving?

Get your seven to nine servings of fruits and veggies with this easy guide.

Tasty Tricks for the Traveler

Fight five on-the-road ailments with these foods.

Quick tip!

Mix and match your veggies with grains to increase intake.

In Season: Basil

Try basil’s healthy—and tasty!—flavors with these four recipes.

Read All About It

This section delves deep into the heart of the matter. Click below to read in-depth investigations, article features, cover stories, and the inspirational journeys of others facing this health challenge.

The Acid-Alkaline Diet

Balance your body’s pH for better health.

Flour Power

Boost nutrition with these gluten-free options.

The Blood Type Diet

Can eating for your blood type benefit your health?

Fruit Fighters

These superfruits can help fight cancer, ward off cardiovascular disease, aid digestion, and combat inflammation.

The Motley Crucifers

Crucifer vegetables are make powerful additions to your diet.

In Season: Butternut Squash

You can protect against heart disease and boost your immune system with butternut squash.

Does your diet need a makeover?

Your personalized diet plan.

Got (Non-Dairy) Milk?

Try these alternatives to traditional milk varieties.

Sleep Saboteurs

What to eat and what to avoid to put insomnia to rest.

Ode to an Olive

Olives are as nutritious as they are tasty.

Veg Out

Becoming a vegetarian can do wonders for your health—if you do it right

Cool Beans

Beans have more protein and fiber than any other vegetable and have been shown to help digestion as well as lower LDL cholesterol, the bad kind.

Seeds of Health

Seeds contain nearly everything they need to start a new life so it's a small wonder then that they can add significant nutritional bang for the bite.

The 2009 Get Healthy & Stay Healthy Guide

In an effort to make getting and staying healthy a viable—and attainable—goal for 2009, we turned to our experts.

The Best Diet for Optimal Health

Forget the fads. This plan is all you need to reach your ideal weight—and maintain it.

Back to Your Roots

Rediscover what healthful, colorful root veggies can bring to the table.

It’s Easy Eating Green

Super-greens add zing to your salad and pump up nutritional value.

The Anti-aging Diet

These 10 foods will have you looking and feeling younger. Plus, four easy recipes incorporating them.

The Well-Stocked Kitchen

Stock your kitchen with must-have foods for your pantry, fridge, and freezer.

Get Your Game On

Game meats can add healthy and interesting new directions to your diet.

Ask The Doctor

Everyone can use good advice. Below, we've gathered top queries and answers for you. Don't see the answer to your question? Email us and our team of experts with respond!

Detox from Chemo

An ayurvedic doctor answers this question: Over the past few years, I’ve had surgery and chemo for cancer. How can I restore my immune and hormonal systems?

Managing blood sugar levels

An ayurvedic doctor answers this question: If I don’t eat every few hours, I get lightheaded and grouchy. How can I steady my blood sugar?

Relieving Heartburn

I may be developing acid reflux disease. Every few months, I experience heartburn but refuse to pop antacids or those OTC acid blockers. Can I prevent acid reflux and treat my bouts of heartburn naturally?

Immunity

When I pick up my grandchildren from daycare, I also pick up all kinds of germs. How can I boost my immune system?

Cutting Edge—Nutrition Power

Why aren’t more doctors and patients acting on what we already know? An interview with Jeffrey Blumberg, PhD.

Banish metabolic syndrome

I’m a little overweight and am becoming concerned about metabolic syndrome. Can acupuncture help?

Ask the Doctor—Baby’s First Solids

When to give solid foods to baby

Ask the Doctor—Lower Blood Pressure

My blood pressure has gradually increased over the last few years, and I’d like to avoid medication if possible. Can you recommend natural remedies?

The Blue-Green Algae Debate

I’ve been taking algae supplements for years, but I heard recently that they might be toxic. Are they?

Health Benefits of Apples and Cinnamon

Apples and Cinnamon: Natural Sweethearts
Apples and cinnamon provide many health benefits.

Good Fruits for You

Ayurvedic based suggestions for healthy fruits for your body type.

Sources of Antioxidants

Getting your antioxidants from food vs. pills

Housecalls—Garden Slugs, The Force of Reiki, Why Organic Is More Expensive

What to do about slugs, the scoop on Reiki, and why organic produce is more expensive.

Housecalls—Washing Bagged Lettuce, Constipation, Fluoride

Washing bagged lettuce, easing constipation, removing fluoride from your drinking water.

Housecalls—Irradiated Meat for Kids, Safe Cookware, and How to Avoid Parabens

Irradiated meat; the safest cookware; how to avoid problem preservatives.

Housecalls—Organic Salmon, Kicking the Habit, To (body) Scan or not to Scan

Organic salmon; how to quit smoking; the truth about full-body scans.

Housecalls—Fresh Air vs. Air-Conditioning, Sprout Safety, and Probiotic Protection

Air-conditioning or air? The trouble with sprouts; help for Montezuma’s revenge.

Housecalls—Natural Linens, Creamy Pain Relief, and the Downside of Protein Loading

Natural bedding; arthritis creams; is it possible to eat too much protein?

Housecalls—Herbal Help for Dementia, Edible Essential Oils, Stress and Your Adrenals

An herb for dementia; advice about eating essential oils; can your adrenal glands burn out?

Housecalls—Lowdown on Canola Oil, Bee Venom Therapy, Getting Rid of Warts

Is canola oil unhealthy? A stinging endorsement of an arthritis remedy. Removing warts, the easy way.

Recipes

Isn't it wonderful that your food can be your "medicine"? All the recipes below include ingredients that act positively on your body for this condition. The bonus? Each one is delicious!

Sweet Tidings

Indulging has never been so sweet—and healthy—with natural sugar substitutes.

Detoxifying Vegetable Soup

A detoxifying vegetable soup recipe to help increase fertility through better nutrition.

Classic Chicken Soup

A healing soup to get you through the cold and flu season.

Cashew Portobellos

Special dietary requirements? Holiday parties? No problem!

Hot Cereal Mélange

Healthy warming breakfast to start your day.

Green Beans Amandine

A healthy recipe for a Sunday supper—from a menu of low fat dinners to slim down and celebrate.

Coconut Bran Muffins

Coconut oil is full of good fats that have a neutral effect on blood cholesterol and may even help promote weight loss.

Carrot-Ginger-Cashew Soup

Recipes featuring nuts. These fiber-filled, vitamin-packed snacks are good for everything from heart health to good bones.

House-Cured Salmon with Apple and Frisée Salad

New studies continue to prove that an apple a day keeps the doctor away—now for asthma, heart disease, cholesterol and more.

Zucchini Gratin with Goat Cheese

Goat cheese and milk is easier to digest, better for people with asthma or sinus problems, and is also quite tasty. A recipe for zucchini gratin with goat cheese.

Mushroom and Goat Cheese Toasts

Goat cheese and milk is easier to digest, better for people with asthma or sinus problems, and is also quite tasty. A recipe for mushroom and goat cheese toasts.

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