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Two cakes of tempeh on black cutting board, with lime and knife

August 7, 2024/Nutrition

Is Tempeh Just Tofu? Not Exactly — But Here’s Why It’s So Good for You

… prep as tofu. So, it’s a really great, easy-to-use protein source.”Culbertson explains what tempeh is, its nutritional value and how you can work it into your diet.What is tempeh?Tempeh …

Jackfruit cooked in pan with sweetened sauce added.

September 6, 2022/Recipes

Recipe: Jamaican Jerk Jack

… paired with fiber are more slowly absorbed in your body.You can enjoy this sauce on tofu, tempeh, grains and veggies, too — and you can make a big batch and freeze it for up to …

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April 14, 2025/Nutrition

Should I Be Eating Phytoestrogens?

… including beans and lentilsNuts and seeds, including flaxseedsSoy and soy-based products, including soy milk, tofu and tempehVegetables, like broccoli, carrots and potatoesWhole grainsPotential phytoestrogen benefitsScientists are still learning how phytoestrogens work in the body …

Carrots, bell peppers, onions, shallots, tomatoes and bananas are piled on a table.

March 14, 2022/Nutrition

What Are Prebiotics and What Do They Do?

… in adequate amounts. Probiotics can be found in dietary supplements and fermented foods like kombucha, yogurt or tempeh. In order to be considered a probiotic, after ingestion, the microorganisms need to survive stomach acid and …

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Buddha bowl with tofu and edamame and other veggies and seeds

April 17, 2025/Women's Health

Can Hot Flashes Be Managed Through Diet?

What are you eating? If you’re entering menopause, the answer to that question may be a factor in whether you experience the fury of a hot flash.Research shows that eating certain foods may …

Infographic of foods high in iron, including shrimp, oysters, peas, cream of wheat, prunes, eggs, broccoli, beef and chicken

March 15, 2023/Nutrition

52 Foods High in Iron

… rich legumes include:Dried or canned peas and beans (kidney, garbanzo, cannellini and soybeans).Lentils.Peas.Tofu.Tempeh (fermented soybeans).Iron-rich bread and cereal include:Enriched white bread.Enriched pasta.Wheat products.Bran cereals …

Platter of freah berries: strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries

September 24, 2024/Weight Loss

Looking To Stay Fuller, Longer? Try These Healthy, Filling Foods

… with no salt added).Plain, fat-free Greek yogurt.Low-fat cottage cheese.Soy, including tofu and tempeh.Eggs and egg whites.Beans and lentils.Protein powders and shakes. (And some protein bars, though the …

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March 21, 2025/Digestive

Prebiotics vs. Probiotics: What’s the Difference?

You’ve probably heard of prebiotics and probiotics. And it’s OK if you’ve mixed them up (or thought they were the same thing) at one point or another. But if you’re looking …

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January 31, 2023/Nutrition

The Advantages of a Vegetarian Diet

Since you were a kid, you were probably told that being healthy meant eating a wide variety of nutrient-packed foods. You were also likely encouraged to eat a lot of fruits and veggies, and …

Woman athlete cutting up fruit for a smoothie

January 3, 2020/Exercise & Fitness

Yes, You Can Be a Vegetarian and an Athlete Too

You can be a vegetarian AND an athlete.This fact has been supported by a number of organizations, including the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and the American College of Sports Medicine.The tougher question …