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  • References: Food is Medicine and Health

    This page contains numerous articles showcasing the beneficial impact of food is medicine programs on health, particularly those that partner…

  • References: Flavor and Nutrient Density Connection

    This page brings together articles exploring the often-overlooked connection between flavor and nutritional quality in food. Emerging research suggests that taste is…

  • References: Impacts of GMO’s

    Research about Genetically modified/engineered foods/crops and their impact on environment and human health.

  • Health Benefits of Turmeric: Hype or Totally Terrific?

    Get the health benefits of turmeric: the bulb, the spice, the miracle worker! This incredible food can protect against cancer and inflammation all while it supports your brain, heart and liver. Listen to this week’s show to learn about how turmeric can help you and how to get more of it in your diet through cooking and supplements and a little something called “Golden Milk”.

  • Why You Need to Eat More Chocolate

    Here’s our Valentine’s Day gift to you: good news about chocolate! Now, this isn’t your permission slip to begin consuming indiscriminately, so tune in to get the ins and outs from our resident Host, Nutrition Expert, and Registered Dietitian. PLUS: The Weekly Nutrition Challenge!

  • The Avocado Advantage

    The avocado is a little miracle food. Host Mary Purdy, nutrition expert and Registered Dietitian, takes you on a tour of WHY the avocado is so powerful and HOW to make the most of it. PLUS: The Weekly Nutrition Challenge!

  • Golden Milk Recipe

    Golden Milk is a great way to get your daily dose of turmeric. Curcumin, the active compound in turmeric, is only really available to the body, and most well-absorbed when it is combined with a fat and a pepper (black or spicy). The peperine compound in the pepper increases the effectiveness of curcumin while fats in the milk helps it support your brain.