Weekly Tip

While it has been suggested that eating soy products may lead to low levels of thyroid hormones, this appears to be an issue only in people whose iodine intake is low.

A  serving of pineapple provides 128% of the RDA of manganese, a mineral that helps build bones and maintain blood-sugar levels.

Avoid food products that a third-grader cannot pronounce.

Michael Pollan  

Choosing healthy snacks such as fruit, Greek yogurt, whole-grain quick breads and nuts reduce your risk of cold sores.

Plant-based diets can meet all current nutrient needs and may lower your risk for disease