Exclusive | Doctors are taking culinary classes so they can prescribe food as medicine — it’s so much more than just ‘eat healthy’

Exclusive | Doctors are taking culinary classes so they can prescribe food as medicine — it’s so much more than just ‘eat healthy’

Every year, an estimated 1 million Americans die from food-related chronic illness. Poor diet can prove fatal — meanwhile, the benefits of a good diet are there for the taking. If we know what we’re doing.  When it comes to what we should be putting on our plates, though, it’s not always obvious. With social media … Read more

Doctors urged to prescribe fruits and veggies: heart health study

Doctors urged to prescribe fruits and veggies: heart health study

It’s not a myth — an apple a day could soon keep the doctor away. A produce prescription could slash the risk of heart disease, according to new research. Participants at higher risk of cardiovascular disease saw a decline in body mass index, blood pressure and blood sugar, and the odds of being food insecure were … Read more