Partha Nandi MD, FACP
Green Mung Beans Mung Beans are low on the glycemic index at 25 and have a low glycemic load of 4, making them a smart food choice for people with diabetes. The low glycemic index means fiber and protein to help regulate blood sugar. Mung beans also have a skin anti-aging property. They stimulate the…
I recently shared how a record-breaking number of my patients are coming to me with through-the-roof blood pressure. If you missed it, check out my tips for staying healthy and joyful during stressful times! People are still stressing out, and one of the biggest sources is spending more time than usual with family during holidays…
Parsnips are closely related to the carrot and parsley. The parsnip is native to Eurasia. Since antiquity, the Romans cultivated it as a vegetable. It was used as a sweetener before cane sugar came to Europe. It was brought to the United States from Europe in the 19th century. Parsnip Nutrition Facts Parsnips are high…
When you curl up in bed each night, do you take your smartphone with you? Most people do. It might seem like the perfect opportunity to check your email, play a little Candy Crush, see what your friends are up to on social media or check tomorrow’s weather forecast. A lot of research has been…
From a young age, I knew that I wanted to create a world full of Health Heroes. These are people who make their health a priority and commit to achieving greater health and happiness. Two of the best ways to achieve a healthier life are through movement and spirituality. Each is an important tool in…
If you’re a Health Hero – or Health Hero in the making – you probably know all about the power of nutrition. As a firm believer that food is medicine, I know that making good food choices is one of the most effective and natural ways to improve your health from the inside out. How you…
Can coffee help you live longer? Have you had your cup of coffee yet? Are you about to have another one? You know that caffeine jolt may be doing more than just waking you up. In 2 recent studies, results showed that drinking coffee is connected with a reduced risk of death. These studies were…
Metabolism is the process of your body converting food and drinks into energy. It’s always happening, even when you’re at rest; it doesn’t only happen while you’re digesting food or physically active. Your body constantly uses energy for breathing, circulation, organ function, regulating hormone levels, growing and repairing cells, and more. Everybody has a different…
There’s so much evidence on the benefits of following a whole-food plant-based (WFPB) diet—for both our health and the environment—that it’s becoming more widely accepted and popular every day. In fact, a recent marketing survey reported that an astounding 70 percent of the world’s population is trying to reduce or eliminate meat consumption. After four…
