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Antioxidants That Fight Aging at a Cellular Level

FoodTrients Showcases Antioxidants That Fight Aging at a Cellular Level Antioxidants have multiple roles in the body and one of the most studied is the ability to reduce oxidative stress. Antioxidants are one of our body’s best weapons when it comes to aging, because they fight aging at a cellular level and help keep cells from “rusting.” Research has demonstrated that antioxidants can slow down aging by reducing oxidative stress, a natural byproduct of essential cellular activities such as energy production, detoxification, digestion, respiration, cognition, and exercise. These processes generate free radicals, unstable molecules that initiate oxidation. The insights from […]

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Celebrate Summer with Tasty Recipes for Optimal Gut Health

FoodTrients Celebrates Summer with Tasty Recipes for Optimal Gut Health Gut health refers to the overall wellness of your digestive system, particularly the balance and function of the microorganisms that live in your gastrointestinal tract. Did you know that your digestive system is a whole plant/animal kingdom of its own? The GI tract is a complex system responsible for digesting food, absorbing nutrients, and eliminating waste from the body. It’s inhabited by trillions of microorganisms, including bacteria, fungi, and viruses, collectively known as the gut microbiota or gut microbiome. Chew on this: There are more microbes in your digestive system […]

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The Power of Dandelion Greens, Nature’s Nutrient-Dense Superfood

FoodTrients Unleashes the Power of Dandelion Greens, Nature’s Nutrient-Dense Superfood Often seen as a pesky weed invading suburban lawns, dandelions are now being celebrated for their incredible health benefits. Grace O, founder and visionary behind FoodTrients, the website that champions the idea of food as medicine, reveals the surprising nutritional powerhouse hidden in these humble greens and why we should include them in our diet. Dandelion greens boast a remarkable array of health benefits: They can control blood sugar. Dandelion greens can lower blood sugar levels in people with Type 2 diabetes. Diuretic effects. The high potassium content of dandelion […]

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How To Build a Strong Body With the Right Foods

You don’t have to be an aspiring weightlifter or body builder to concern yourself with strength. No matter your age or gender, your body requires certain foods and nutrients to protect bone density and help to repair and build muscle tissue. Keeping your body as strong as YOU can be is the key to aging well. Luckily, the foods that keep your bones and muscles strong are delicious and versatile. Whether you are an omnivore, vegetarian, or vegan, there are delicious foods and recipes that will help you maintain strength and well-being. Protein-Rich Foods The average sedentary person should eat […]

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Celebrate Summer with the Power of Blueberries!

FoodTrients Says Celebrate Summer with the Power of Blueberries! When it comes to small but mighty summer fruits, blueberries stand out. Is there anything simpler and more delicious? Enjoy them by the handful or add them to smoothies, yogurt, whole-grain cereals, pancakes, desserts—you name it! Grace O, the visionary founder behind FoodTrients, champions the idea of food as medicine, sharing information on how food can help us age better and live healthier lives. This month Grace focuses on the health benefits of blueberries. Reflecting on her roots, Grace shares that “growing up in the Philippines, blueberries were a rare treat, […]

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The Eden Magazine Shares FoodTrients Recipes

Celebrate Summer with the Power of Blueberries When it comes to a small but mighty summer fruit, it’s hard to beat blueberries. Is there anything more simple and delicious? You can eat them plain by the handful or add them to smoothies, yogurt, whole-grain cereals, pancakes, desserts, you name it. Growing up in the Philippines, we had blueberries, but they were a rare treat, so I appreciate the abundance of fresh berries available here in California. Native to North America and now cultivated widely in Chile and New Zealand as well, blueberries are an undisputed “superfood.” They are high on […]

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Building a Strong Body with the Right Foods

Discover the Key to Building a Strong Body with the Right Foods In a groundbreaking revelation, renowned nutrition expert and founder of FoodTrients, Grace O shares the ultimate guide to achieving a strong and healthy body through the power of nutrition. Whether you are young or old, male or female, the secret to maintaining robust bones and muscles lies in the foods you eat. Grace O’s latest insights offer a delicious and versatile approach to nutrition that caters to omnivores, vegetarians, and vegans alike. The Foundation of Strength: Protein-Rich Foods To maintain and build muscle, the average person should consume […]

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Learning To Thrive in the Shadow of Alzheimer’s

What would you do if you knew Alzheimer’s disease was in your future? Jamie Ten Napel Tyrone was only 49 years old when she learned she had a genetic predisposition toward Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Her genes translated to a 91 percent chance that she would contract the disease during her lifetime. As a former nurse, and with her family’s history with AD, Jamie decided to take action rather than concede defeat. She founded B.A.B.E.S. (Beating Alzheimer’s By Embracing Science) to raise money and awareness in the search for a cure. Working with Marwan Noel Sabbagh, MD, and John Hanc, they […]

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Recipes and Foods You Can Eat To Prevent Disease

In the FoodTrients world, ‘disease preventing’ foods are those that reduce risk factors for common degenerative and age-related diseases such as cancer, arthritis, and diabetes. According to our nutritionist, Ginger Hultin, “Disease preventing FoodTrients® focus on foods that can help reduce the risk of, or even help navigate chronic conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and certain cancers. There’s a lot of research to suggest that the foods you eat make a difference in disease management. What you eat makes a difference.” There are a number of steps you can take to fight or prevent disease: Follow a Healthy Dietary […]

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Chicken with Tandoori Spice Blend

My anti-inflammatory Tandoori Spice Blend from India helps create this wonderfully flavorful chicken dish. If not following a gluten-free or ketogenic/low-carb diet, serve this dish with rice or naan bread and my Blue Zone Apple-Sage Cauliflower or my Simply Curry Cabbage Slaw. Benefits Chicken has protein for building strong muscles, vitamin B12 for helping the body create energy on a cellular level, and niacin, which plays a role in repairing DNA. Tomatoes contain lycopene, an antioxidant that may lower cancer risk, aid cognitive function, and promote prostate health. Serves 4 Ingredients 8 Tbs. Tandoori Spice Blend, divided 1 whole chicken […]

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