Barbara Lewin

05/16/2026

Spinach now tops the list for being highest in pesticide residues.

Check out EWG's Dirty Dozen list to help decide when you should splurge for organic produce – part of our annual Shopper’s Guide to Pesticides in Produce™

05/11/2026

Are they really just realizing this?? https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/10/dining/food-is-medicine-movement.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&fbclid=IwY2xjawRus4FleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFqS1hnOTJJTzZZZEduU0I3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHu57QYACmuDhpmaOth8eboj9_dHa06T0zG4tTO9X_3bQ_efk8WXjMT6P8dWR_aem_iiYvKFlXbrs8YyaTNa0daw

Prescribing produce, crafting meals: More medical schools are teaching students how to cook and use food as a tool for treating patients.

03/12/2026

https://www.cnn.com/2026/03/11/health/pfas-pesticides-california-produce-wellness

Choose organic (especially for the EWG Dirty Dozen) and wash your produce...

Nearly 40% of California-grown nonorganic produce has residues from pesticides made from potentially toxic PFAS chemicals that can remain in the body for years.

09/08/2025

https://www.realsimple.com/breakfast-foods-with-more-protein-than-eggs-11799819

Eating protein at breakfast is one of the best ways to begin your morning. Eggs are an obvious choice, but thankfully, there are several choices for when you need variety.

08/03/2025

https://sports-nutritionist.com/news/continuous-glucose-monitors-can-improve-performance/

Enhance your athletic performance with continuous glucose monitors. See how they can improve performance in athletes through real-time data.

07/18/2025

Eating well is so worth it!!

07/18/2025

Love this! Focus on good sleep, exercise and nutrition and you've got a great foundation!

05/18/2025

https://www.technologynetworks.com/tn/news/plant-based-protein-linked-to-longer-lifespan-398707?fbclid=IwY2xjawJ_DrdleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFscEJUWURraHdrVlBKRGF5AR57rsN3LFHts6Tj8yGTnRvbh8leN7WCICIGRtoyLQEAzo4H7XsplA2rZx0UFQ_aem_dqaT7W5v1s1uPbqs-3a6Tg

A study reveals that populations with access to plant-based protein sources have longer life expectancies. The research shows that while animal protein is beneficial for children under five, plant protein is linked to longer lifespans in adults.

05/13/2025

The right nutrition can make a difference!

Plus, how to keep running strong—no matter the cause.

05/07/2025

https://www.newsweek.com/aging-diet-foods-berries-flavanoids-tea-citrus-apples-2068579

Shelley Balls, a registered dietitian nutritionist, told Newsweek that berries "are packed with flavonoids."