Heart Health

When you’re hungry and want something yummy to eat, bitter foods probably don’t spring to mind. With so many sweet, salty, and savory foods to enjoy, why would you opt for bitter? We’re about to share some reasons bitter may be better (and how you’re most likely already consuming some delicious and healthy bitter food and beverages!). With the plethora of nutritious fruits, veggies, and other plants that can be categorized as bitter, you’re sure to find at least a few you enjoy. And, if the thought of bitterness makes you cringe, we have a few suggestions for you! We’ll share helpful tips on balancing bitter flavors and share seven bitter foods recipes to win over even the pickiest eaters!

There are over 50,000 mushroom species in existence. Some are common foods, and others are hallucinogenic or poisonous. But there are also other mushrooms that are highly nutritious and even medicinal. Research into this area is exploding, with findings that now have some doctors recommending certain mushrooms along with their patients’ conventional cancer treatments! Below, we explore five of the most researched and beneficial medicinal mushrooms out there.

Olive oil gets a lot of great press as a health food. And olives are popular staples of Mediterranean cuisine, which is considered by many to be the world’s healthiest way of eating. But olives are very salty, and olive oil is basically 100% fat. So what’s the truth about this savory fruit? How can we separate fact from myth?

More people than ever before are interested in optimizing their health and eating in a way that can help to heal the planet. Riding and building this wave of commitment and goodwill, Food Revolution Network expanded our reach significantly. Here are some of our top accomplishments from 2022.

Turnips may not be cool like cucumbers or sexy like cauliflower, but they’re humble and hardworking root vegetables that have sustained human civilizations for millennia. And the more we know about turnips, the more impressive their nutritional and health benefits become. So why are turnips so good for us, and how can we prepare them in ways that make us look forward to seeing them on our plates?

If a food or beverage makes your tongue feel like all the moisture has been sucked out of it, it could be because it’s rich in tannins. These compounds, produced by plants to protect themselves, may also protect us from inflammation, microbes, and free radical damage. But some people see tannins as antinutrients, compromising our ability to absorb minerals and protein. So what’s the truth about these common and strong-tasting phytochemicals?

Hazelnuts are a delicious food with a lot of health benefits. Unfortunately, the vast majority of the world’s hazelnuts are grown in ways that degrade the environment, harm farm workers, and end up in unhealthy processed foods. Is there a way to enjoy these fabulous nuts without contributing to harm to ourselves or others?

The microbes in your gut impact every aspect of your long-term health, including immunity, energy, metabolism, respiratory function, and so much more. Here’s what the science says about how you can help them thrive and how gut health supplements can help.

Potassium is an essential nutrient for humans, animals, and plants. In synergy with sodium, potassium plays a role in maintaining the body's fluid balance and the health of your heart and kidneys. In this article, we’re going to look at the benefits of getting enough potassium, how much you need, and whether dietary sources are adequate and safe, especially from plant-based foods.

You may have heard fiber is important, or that you need to eat more fiber. But why is fiber good for you? And how can you get enough fiber in your diet? Discover the health benefits of this essential nutrient. Plus, find out what the top fiber-rich foods are and get a sample meal plan to easily meet your optimal daily fiber intake.

Fat is one of the most misunderstood nutrients. It’s essential for health, yet it’s often seen as a major cause of obesity and heart disease. Are there healthy sources of fat? And how much dietary fat is too much? This article looks at the science, rather than the hype, about fat.

Kale is one of those so-called “superfoods” that totally lives up to the hype. And when you discover all the ways kale can support your health and prevent disease, you may want to double down on your efforts to bring it into your diet on a regular basis. In this article, we’ll review the science around kale and share easy and delicious ways to get more kale into your life.