Higher Protein Intake Linked to Lower Depressive Symptoms in Youth Athletes

As a parent of two young athletes, I know the importance of proper nutrition, particularly when it comes to protein intake. Protein plays a vital role in the growth, development, and performance of young athletes. However,...

Post on Wed, May 17, 2023 by Paula Gallagher

What Protein Powder is Right for You?

Protein powder is one of the easiest ways to supplement your daily protein intake. But not all protein powders are created equal. A few of my favorite protein powders are pumpkin seed protein, whey protein and...

Post on Mon, Jan 09, 2023 by Teri Cochrane

Dessert Today: Blueberry Mango Protein Ice Cream

Who doesn't like a bowl of ice cream on these hot, hot days? This is a great post-workout treat and it can be ready in minutes. This easy ice cream can also be turned into popsicles – simply use a little more...

Post on Mon, Jul 13, 2020 by Paula Gallagher

12 Ways to Cook With Beans

Beans are a versatile, inexpensive pantry staple that can be used in many delicious, plant-based dishes. If you’ve recently stocked your pantry, want to cook with beans, and are now looking for new bean-based recipes to add to your menu, we have you covered!...

Post on Wed, Apr 01, 2020 by Neal Barnard, MD, FACC

Move Over Quinoa, There's a New Grain in Town: Freekeh

I stumbled over this grain in my local grocery store while I was checking quinoa off my list. To be honest, the name caught my eye first and then I read the side label. High fiber, great source of protein and easy to prepare. I was sold! Freekeh,...

Post on Wed, Jan 03, 2018 by Paula Gallagher

Do You Suffer From Protein Anxiety?

Do you suffer from “protein anxiety”? It’s a condition commonly seen in people who have never had a protein deficiency, but worry endlessly that they’re not getting enough. They pile on the meat, fish, eggs or cheese, trying to avert an imaginary lack of protein. Of course, the...

Post on Mon, Sep 18, 2017 by Neal Barnard, MD, FACC

Breakfast Today: Protein-Packed Green Smoothie in a Bowl

We live in a busy culture. And sometimes nutrition is put to the side because healthy food seems too difficult to achieve with on-the-go lifetstyles. This is where liquid nutrition, like smoothies, come into play. Our bodies crave healthy, delicious, beautiful food that provides fuel for a full...

Post on Wed, Jul 19, 2017 by Paula Gallagher

Lunch Today: Protein-Packed Egg and Tofu Bites