Smart Nutrition Notes

Why diets fail
Why Do Even the Best Diets Fizzle Out in 5 Days?
Most diets are abandoned within days. The reason usually isn't willpower — it's strategy. Here are 5 shifts that keep you from breaking your plan and help you reach your... Read more...
5 steps to a flatter stomach
5 Steps to a Flatter Stomach
You don't need endless sit-ups for a flatter stomach — but belly fat matters for more than looks. Here are 5 steps that help flatten your middle and protect your... Read more...
The antioxidant-rich pomegranate peel
The Pomegranate Peel: An Antioxidant You Might Be Throwing Away
Most of us toss the pomegranate peel — but it's remarkably rich in antioxidants. Here's what makes it special, how it's traditionally used, and how to dry it for a... Read more...
Healthy foods that can cause weight gain
Even Healthy Foods Can Cause Weight Gain
"Healthy" doesn't always mean "calorie-free." These seven wholesome-sounding foods can quietly add up if you don't watch your portions. Here's what to keep an eye on. Read more...
Goji berries superfood
Superfood Spotlight: Goji Berries
One of the most nutrient-dense fruits on earth, the goji berry is a powerful antioxidant packed with vitamin C, amino acids and minerals. Here's everything to know — and how... Read more...
Lighter choices when eating out
Lighter Choices: Smarter Swaps When Eating Out
Craving fast food but don't want the calories? You can make almost any menu a healthier one. Here's how to lighten up drinks, salads, wraps and desserts — plus everyday... Read more...
Ways to cope with PMS bloating
7 Ways to Cope With PMS Bloating
Bloating is one of the most dreaded PMS symptoms. With these 7 simple, practical tips — from cutting fizzy drinks to eating more protein — you can ease it every... Read more...
A gentle self-check on your relationship with food
Are You Obsessive About Dieting? A Gentle Self-Check
Do you control your eating, or do food and calories control you? This gentle self-check helps you understand your relationship with food — and know when it's worth reaching out... Read more...
The benefits of cloves
The Unique Benefits of Cloves
Once as precious as gold, cloves are antioxidant-rich and support digestion, oral health and steadier blood sugar. Here's what this remarkable spice can do — and how to use it... Read more...
Foods to cut back on as you get older
5 Foods to Cut Back On As You Get Older
As metabolism slows and the body changes with age, a few foods are worth easing out of your diet. Here are 5 to watch once you're in your 50s —... Read more...
Mesquite, the tree of life
Mesquite: The Mysterious “Tree of Life”
Known to the Pima people as the "Tree of Life," mesquite gives us a sweet, protein- and fibre-rich flour that keeps you full and helps steady blood sugar. Here's how... Read more...
Regaining control over appetite
How to Regain Control Over Your Appetite
Start a diet every Monday only to lose the battle with evening hunger? You can take charge of your food choices again. Here's how to regain control of your appetite. Read more...