Fast, refreshing salad
June 1, 2008
Vinegar nightcap
May 18, 2008
The anti-asthma diet
May 11, 2008
6 myths that won't die
May 4, 2008
Calcium isn't enough
April 13, 2008
Good-for-you candy
March 23, 2008
Best types of food for fertility
March 9, 2008
Good brain? Thanks for the choline, Mom
March 2, 2008
An antioxidant bowl
February 24, 2008
5 proven food remedies
February 17, 2008
Blood pressure help
February 10, 2008
Pomagranate power
January 27, 2008
Curry? Go for yellow
January 20, 2008
6 super-healthy snacks
January 13, 2008
15-minute red pepper soup
2007
December 9, 2007
Alcohol's unappreciated threats
December 2, 2007
Multivitamins fight depression in elderly
November 11, 2007
High cholesterol that you actually want
November 4, 2007
Your diet may prevent Alzheimer's
October 28, 2007
Corn is brain food
October 21, 2007
Recipe: Sweet & Sour Winter Veggies
October 14, 2007
To prevent varicose veins, eat your greens
October 7, 2007
Vitamin D for the heart
September 30, 2007
Test your antioxidant IQ
September 23, 2007
Fruity salad for fall
September 16, 2007
Having a baby? Eat apples
September 9, 2007
A new anti-acne diet
September 2, 2007
Calcium foods are vital
August 26, 2007
The hottest cancer fighter
August 19, 2007
Broccoli vs. bladder cancer
August 5, 2007
Cinnamon is sensational
July 29, 2007
Is your child eating eating smart?
July 15, 2007
Recipe: Watermelon surprise
July 1, 2007
Booze fuels breast cancer
June 24, 2007
Antioxidants may boost cancer treatment.
June 17, 2007
Jean's top 10 smart processed food staples.
June 10, 2007
New reason to cut salt
June 3, 2007
Antioxidant-rich Yogurt Vegetable Salad
May 27, 2007
Rice that's nutty and nice
May 20, 2007
Infertility tied to eating trans fats
May 13, 2007
A lifesaving fat
April 29, 2007
Sugar boosts cancer risk
April 8, 2007
Milk cancels power of tea
April 1, 2007
Low-fat food makes you fat
March 25, 2007
How much vitamin D?
March 18, 2007
Golden Lentil Soup with Mint Pesto
March 11, 2007
Salmon on Spinach with Lemon Champagne Sauce
February 25, 2007
Be friendly to your blood sugar
February 18, 2007
New brain food: DHA
February 11, 2007
Crispy cheese cauliflower
February 4, 2007
Onions are anti-cancer
January 28, 2007
Vitamin E saves lives
January 21, 2007
5 fat fighters that really work
January 14, 2007
One pot, big impact
January 7, 2007
Phony fish scare?
2006
December 24, 2006
Curried Winter Squash
December 17, 2006
Rich, Easy, Old-Fashioned Chocolate Pudding
December 10, 2006
8 healthy holiday cooking tips
November 19, 2006
Easy, elegant starter: Scallop-Avocado Appetizer
November 12, 2006
Trans fats = big bellies
November 5, 2006
5 brain food tips for baby boomers
October 22, 2006
Alcohol "grows" cancer
October 15, 2006
Peppers and insulin
October 8, 2006
Coconut Pecan Chicken
October 1, 2006
Apples pack more punch
September 17, 2006
Too much meat may cause colon cancer
September 10, 2006 Recipe
Super Shrimp Soup
September 3, 2006
Cranberries protect gums
August 27, 2006
Coffee: A new health drink?
August 20, 2006
Healthy potato salad
August 6, 2006
Fiber helps your heart
July 30, 2006 Recipe
Corn-onion pudding
July 23, 2006
Sunscreens in your food
July 9, 2006
Cut asthma with foods.
June 25, 2006 Recipe
Fiery baked beans
June 18, 2006
Super foods for eyes
June 11, 2006
Don't be vitamin D-fficient
May 28, 2006
Dieting starts in the supermarket
May 14, 2006
Ease your joints
April 30, 2006
If Mom eats sprouts, it may help Baby's heart
April 9, 2006
Eggs are OK for your heart -- really!
April 2, 2006
The latest on strong bones
March 26, 2006 Recipe
High-protein Spicy Moroccan Chicken stew
March 19, 2006
Too much dessert increases cancer odds
March 5, 2006
Block that weight gain
February 19, 2006 Recipe
An easy, tasty cabbage casserole
February 12, 2006
Pomegranate juice: The new powerhouse
January 29, 2006
For a younger brain, eat fish
January 22, 2006
Surprises for your heart
January 1, 2006
The risk in cold cuts
2005
December 18, 2005 Recipe
Healthy, Hearty Vegetarian Shepherd's Pie
December 11, 2005
Fight colds and flu naturally
December 4, 2005
Martinis and beer increase breast cancer risk
November 27, 2005 Recipe
Make a meal in 1 pot
November 20, 2005
Do cabbage and its cousins cut risk of diabetes and cancer?
November 13, 2005
Low-carb diets can trigger headaches
November 6, 2005
Should pregnant women eat fish?
October 30, 2005
Vitamin C helps gums
October 23, 2005
Zippy dessert topping
October 16, 2005
Vinegar curbs appetite
October 9, 2005
Burp! Nighttime GERD
October 2, 2005
Hot new diet: Eat more
September 25, 2005 Recipe
Tangy Mango Slaw with disease-fighting antioxidants
September 18, 2005
B saves aging brains
September 11, 2005
Zinc helps kids think
September 4, 2005 Recipe
Mediterranean Potato Salad
August 28, 2005
Milk is not diet magic
August 21, 2005 Recipe
Souper end to summer: Chilled Citrus Borscht
August 14, 2005
Cut back on red meat to avoid colon cancer
August 7, 2005
The fountain of youth
July 24, 2005
Fish oil beats statin drugs
July 17, 2005
Acne link to milk, sweets
July 10, 2005
Coffee can protect, too
July 3, 2005 Recipe
A simple, spicy stir-fry
June 26, 2005
Fight back against salt overload
June 19, 2005
Whole grains: Great reasons to drop your wimpy refined grains
June 12, 2005 Recipe
A foolproof fish dish Baked Salmon With Coconut Crust
May 29, 2005 Recipe
Quick, crunchy, delish Fruity Couscous Salad
May 1, 2005 Recipe
A dip to dip blood sugar
Curried Hummus
April 24, 2005
2 blood pressure boons
April 10, 2005 Recipe
A really green salad -- lettuce with green beans
April 3, 2005
Diabetes tricks
March 20, 2005
2 New disease fighters
February 27, 2005
The miracle diet for hearts
February 20, 2005
Sweet & Sour Brussels Sprouts Try it; you'll like it.
February 13, 2005
A nutrition packed recipe: Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Onions
February 6, 2005
These 10 teas are tops for your health
January 30, 2005
Potatoes, redeemed
January 23, 2005
5 reasons to eat yogurt
January 16, 2005
Make your own super peanut butter
January 9, 2005
For good rhythm, eat fish
2004
December 19, 2004
The healthiest diet ever
December 12, 2004
Cashews deserve respect
December 5, 2004
Sauce packs a punch
November 28, 2004
Lower-fat fun food
November 21, 2004
Smart holiday treats
November 14, 2004
Load up on cranberries
October 31, 2004
Pack in antioxidants
October 24, 2004
Vitamin A is a balancing act
October 17, 2004
Can't stomach wheat? It may be celiac disease
October 10, 2004
Take vitamins with food
October 3, 2004
Oats, a champion health food
September 26, 2004
Don't overdose on calcium
September 19, 2004
Does microwaving zap a vegetable's antioxidants?
September 12, 2004
Vitamin B is for bones
September 5, 2004
Cilantro vs. salmonella
August 22, 2004
Recipe full of health: Shrimp Salad with Key Lime Dresing
August 15, 2004
Vitamin C: Heart hero
August 8, 2004
Choosing between "low fat" and "reduced fat"
August 1, 2004
Recipe: Summer Vegetarian Chili
Fiber, folic acid and cholesterol-lowering activity.
July 25, 2004
Pregnancy and fish: Scientific facts
July 18, 2004
Eat beans for health. Recipe: Three-Cheese Green Bean Casserole
July 11, 2004
News on kidney stones
July 4, 2004
A spoonful of sugar advice
June 27, 2004
Recipe: Stir-Fried Chicken With Pineapple and Peppers
June 20, 2004
Had your EGCG today?
June 13, 2004
Does too much vitamin A cause hair loss?
June 6, 2004
Enjoy soy in moderation
May 30, 2004
An apple a day ... Plus recipe: Romaine With Apple, Pecans and Blue Cheese
May 23, 2004
What does fiber do for you Power against heart disease.
May 16, 2004
Fish fends off stroke Recipe: Gingery Fish Kabobs
May 9, 2004
Definitely take D
May 2, 2004
Shrimp is good for you. Plus recipe: Fresh Spring Rolls With Thai Dipping Sauce
April 25, 2004
Take vitamins daily
April 11, 2004
Coffee's new surprises
April 4, 2004
Appetizer with zinc. Recipe: Oysters Rockefeller
March 28, 2004
Are bagels health food?
March 21, 2004
Pets: How to help your fat dog Plus: Food folklore come true
March 14, 2004
Anti-cancer chemicals. Recipe: Beets with Orange & Ginger
March 7, 2004
Cancer beaters. Recipe: Stir-Fry Broccoli With Orange Sauce
Note: We now bring you nutrition news from Jean Carper nearly every week in ThinkSmart.
February 15, 2004
Best foods to beat high blood pressure This DASH diet could help you as much as drugs.
Recipe: DASH Diet Mexican Bake
January 18, 2004
10 best nutrition moves Every meal can easily include several points on this no-nonsense list.
Recipe: Salmon With Scalloped Sweet Potatoes
2003
December 21, 2003
Join the tea party Every cup has powerful chemicals to whack cancer and heart disease.
Recipe: Light Holiday Tea Cakes
November 23, 2003
Vitamins are vital Half of all Americans have small deficiencies that hurt bodies and brains.
October 26, 2003
Arthritis cures that really work: Some nutritional approaches are highly effective.
Recipe: Mediterranean Vegetable Stew
September 28, 2003
Food myths make me nuts: Don't get fooled by these often-repeated nutrition untruths.
Recipe: Chicken Stew With Coconut Milk
August 31, 2003
Cure your fruit-and-vegetable deficiency: Did you know adults should eat 7 to 9 servings a day?
Recipe: A fruit & vegetable packed salad plus Jean's Super Salad with Ginger-Citrus Dressing
August 3, 2003
Surprising skin savers: What you eat can protect you from wrinkles, sags and sunburn.
Recipe: Chilled Salmon With Summer Salsa
July 6, 2003
High protein hazards: Safer solutions to meaty diets.
Recipe: Asian Fish With Vegetables
June 8, 2003
Top 5 herbals: How they really stack up
May 11, 2003
Vitamin C The bottom line:
A leading expert on this daily essential separates fact from fiction.
Recipe: Pepper, Onion & Feta Pizza
April 13, 2003
Q&A: Is microwaving safe? Do vinegar pills dissolve fat? Is coral calcium a cure-all? Read on for the answers to those questions and more.
Recipe: Microwave Asparagus Salad
March 9, 2003
Your big new threat: Inflammation.
Chronic swelling can prompt a host of diseases, even heart attacks. Here are eight ways you can reduce your risk.
February 9, 2003
Marvelous mushrooms.
These low-cal, no-fat treats stimulate the immune system and may fight cancer.
Recipe: Asian Mushroom Soup
January 12, 2003
Don't cut out carbs. Just learn which kinds actually can improve your health.
2002
December 22, 2002
Sidestep your headaches Foods and drinks can trigger the pain -- especially during seasonal stress.
November 10, 2002
Life spices. Sprinkle spices in for antibiotic, antioxident action.
October 27, 2002
It's [healthy] snacktime! Jean Carper looks at what is good for the "little monsters" this Halloween
September 29, 2002
Your Q's answered Jean Carper gets tons of e-mail after each monthly column. Here are her replies to some recent questions.
September 1, 2002
Overlooked magnesium How, why and where to soak up this needed nutrient.
Chart: Foods with the most magnesium
August 4, 2002
Cancer quiz Test your knowledge about food and cancer risk
Recipe: Saucy Summer Fruit Salad.
July 7, 2002
Fish as health insurance Most of us don't get enough "coverage".
Recipe: Summer Salad with Cumin-Crusted Salmon.
June 2, 2002
Brain food Curry, berries, folic acid.
Recipe: Spinach with berries.
May 5, 2002
Eat your antioxidant lutein
Why lutein has jumped to the top of must-eat lists.
Recipe: Bean Soup With Kale.
April 7, 2002
You asked:
Jean Carper answers your questions about caffeine, vitamins and her supplements.
March 10, 2002
Colon cancer:
Help prevent it by fine tuning your diet.
Recipe: healthy Confetti Salad.
February 10, 2002
4 Theories:
How antioxidants help your heart
January 13, 2002
A balanced feast
Ginger Carrot Soup, Salmon With Fruit Salsa, Spinach With Garlic, Mashed Sweet Potatoes and more.
Eat Smart Archive-- 2001
December 16, 2001
Fat Busters
Lab-tested tricks to keep the holiday fat at bay
November 18, 2001
The most potent health drink ever
It's tea time, say intriguing new research findings.
October 21, 2001
4 new food groups
Eat plenty of deep-green vegetables.
September 23, 2001
Pump up your pantry
Put your flabby cupboard on an improvement plan with a new shopping list.
August 26, 2001
Why TOMATOES
are suddenly today's hottest health food.
July 29, 2001
Mixed up about nutrition?
Just clip and save these life-saving basics: the 10 most important research findings.
July 1, 2001
Cancer-proof your barbecue
High heat
creates carcinogens in meat. But you can reduce the threat and Jean tells
you how.
June 3, 2001
Don't call these "junk"
foods
If you don't overdo it, these former no-no's are health foods.
May 6, 2001
The growing case against
salt
We eat 10 times more sodium than our Stone Age ancestors. And the dangers multiply.
April 1, 2001
VITAMINS ARE WORTH IT
Some critics call vitamin supplements a waste of money.
Recent research says otherwise.
March 4, 2001
EAT SMART:
AVOIDING BAD FATS
Once considered a heart saver, trans-fatty acids like those in margarine
are now blasted as enemy No. 1, even more lethal than animal fats.
Includes recipe for Fiesta Seafood Casserole
February 4, 2001
SWEET NEWS ABOUT CHOCOLATE
Happy news for chocolate lovers
January 7, 2001
A HOT PEPPER POP
QUIZ
Test your nutritional sizzle with these
six true-or-false questions.
Eat
Smart Archive-- 2000
December
10, 2000
CALCIUM: THE NUTRIENT OF THE MOMENT
We're starved for
calcium. "It's alarming," says calcium expert Connie Weaver, Ph.D.,
of Purdue University.
November 1,
2000
AN
APPLE A DAY...
Half a dozen new studies back up that old adage about staying
healthy. Plus recipes!
October 15, 2000
Q&A: READER
QUESTIONS
Are eggs really OK
for people with high cholesterol? Is soy bad for breast cancer
patients? And much more!
September 17, 2000
THE WHOLE ENCHILADA
ABOUT WHOLE GRAINS
Skimping on whole
grains makes you more vulnerable to heart disease, cancer, obesity
and diabetes. But what does "whole" mean?
August 20, 2000
AMAZING FOOD FACTS
Gum chewing is good
for your brain? Beer is good for your arteries? Now, that's the
healthy living advice we've been waiting for!
July 23, 2000
A COOL, JUICY
SUMMER
Fruit juice packs a nutrition wallop.
2 recipes help you enjoy your
vitamins.
June 25, 2000
NUTS, YOUR NEW SUPER FOOD
Not only is their fat good for you, but nibbling nuts also
may help you lose weight.
May 26, 2000
PUTTING SOY TO THE TEST
New scientific
research examines the healing claims of this health food
favorite.
May 7, 2000
DIET WITH PORTION CONTROL
Start dieting by
eating half as much of everything and adjusting
your idea of what is considered a portion.
April 16, 2000
VITAMIN C: GOOD OR BAD
A scary new study implies that C clogs the arteries. Not
to worry, the bottom line: This antioxidant has immense benefits.
March 5, 2000
BOOST YOUR BRAIN
From Jean Carper's book Your Miracle Brain.
Improve memory,
mood and IQ with these 8 simple nutrition tips.
Feb 27, 2000
5 (FAIRLY PAINLESS) WAYS TO CUT YOUR RISK OF
CANCER
Recipe: Vegetable
Chicken Soup
Feb. 6, 2000
THE FIBER
OF YOUR BEING
Science has found at
least 6 ways that fiber raises your odds of enjoying a long, healthy
life.
Recipe: High-fiber
Spinach-Pear Salad
Jan 16, 2000
5 NEW FOOD FINDINGS
Important ways food
enhances your health at all ages.
Recipe: Ziti Alfredo With Vegetables
Eat Smart -- 1999
Dec 5, 1999
SPINACH, A HEALTH
POWERHOUSE
Science keeps discovering new ways this
super-vegetable protects you from head to toe, birth to old age.
Here are the latest findings.
Recipe: Spinach and Mushroom
Frittata, Spinach Salad With Orange-Ginger Dressing
Nov 7, 1999
6 CHOICES TO LIVE
LONGER
Simply selecting a different snack or juice benefits
your body.
Recipe:
Sweet Potato Stew With Orange Juice and Black Beans
Oct 3, 1999
CAFFEINE: THE BITTER
TRUTH
It can boost your mood and energy level - if you don't mind
being mildy addicted.
Sept 5, 1999
BEWARE SOME
CARBOS
Revolutionize what you eat with authoritative new research that
finds danger in potatoes and pretzels.
Recipe: Curried Lentil Soup
August 1, 1999
THE MEDICINAL POWERS OF
FRUITS AND VEGETABLES
More than 80% of us don't eat enough fruit and vegetables.
Recipe: Broccoli Slaw
July 4, 1999
10 FOODS FOR LONGEVITY
Science says
these 10 can help you live longer, better.
Recipe: Grilled
Salmon with Orange Glaze
June 6, 1999
THE POTATO DEBATE
Is America's No.1 vegetable good or bad for you?
Recipe: Sugar-Busting Mexican
Stuffed Potato
May 2, 1999
6 GREAT REASONS TO EAT
BREAKFAST
Improve memory,
control weight, boost your mood, reduce heart attack risk and
more.
Recipe: Yummy Apple and Nut Oatmeal
April 4, 1999
IMPORTANT
ANTIOXIDANTS
Start taking these
supplements when you're young and healthy -- to stay that way!
Recommendations for your daily supplements.
Recipe: Stop-the-Clock Curry
March 7, 1999
LEAFY
GREENS
"Leafy greens like spinach" are always recommended for health,
but what are the other leafy greens?
Recipe: Salade Nicoise and dressing
February 7, 1999
BOOST YOUR CONCEPTION
ODDS
New research shows how nutrition
can boost chances of conception for men and women.
Recipe: Ginger Fruit Salad
January 3, 1999
5 GOOD-MOOD
FOODS
Fish, chocolate,
fat and vitamins can help brighten your mood .
Recipe: Chocolate Pudding With Bananas
Eat
Smart Archive-- 1998
December 27, 1998
BLUEBERRIES AND NUTS FOR HEALTH
Fruits with health-promoting antioxidants and some good news about nuts.
December 20, 1998
EATING SAGE MIGHT HELP
MAKE YOU "SAGE"
Sage, a common seasoning in holiday dishes such as dressings and gravies, may be good for the memory, British researchers report.
December 13, 1998
PROTEIN CASSEROLE FOR THE
HOLIDAYS
Jean Carper's recipe for a hearty high-protein casserole that will warm up your guests for the holidays.
Recipe: Elegant Shrimp Cassoulet
December 6, 1998
Pssst! -- THESE HOLIDAY
RECIPES ARE ... HEALTHY!
Jean Carper reviews healthy eating tips and includes tasty holiday
recipes: Low-fat creamed spinach, Orange sweet potatoes, Chocolate
mini-cakes, and Oregano-baked onions.
November 29, 1998
WINNING WITH
WINE
Jean Carper highlights a new report on the winning ways of red
wine over white and explains why you need to watch your iron intake.
November 22, 1998
GOOD NEWS
ON THE THANKSGIVING TABLE
The "Mediterranean Diet" to prevent heart disease also
may also fight cancer. Vitamin C to prevent heart attack and stroke.
November 15, 1998
GOOD NEWS
FOR YOUR HOLIDAY MEALS
Holiday nuts: good for you. Alcohol calories: do they
count?
November 8, 1998
NEW FINDINGS ON FAT-FREE AND SUGARY FOODS
Sugary foods can clog children's arteries. Sugary cola: Bad for bones.
November 1, 1998
QUESTION AND ANSWER SESSION
Jean Carper answers reader questions about cold cereal, asthma, cholesterol, calcium and "the other white meat.
October 25, 1998
CHOOSE YOUR JUICE WISELY
Jean Carper offers medical information on a variety of juices.
October 18, 1998
WEIGHT LOSS, A NEW DIRECTION
Jean Carper gives us new information concerning fat and what we may or may not do about it.
October 11, 1998
CHEESY POTATOES, LESS FAT
Jean Carper presents a healthier take on traditional scalloped potatoes. Plus, a news flash on vitamin E.
Recipe: Cheesy Potatoes with Basil
September 27, 1998
THE POWER OF TEA
Two ways tea seems to fight breast cancer. Green and black tea are packed with antioxidants, which prevent cellular damage that leads to disease and aging.
September 20, 1998
FOODS TO KEEP ARTERIES CLEAR
Jean Carper features food for clear arteries -- antioxidants from apples, walnuts, olive oil and folic acid from beans. Also, a new report on the antioxidant power of curry.
Recipe: Lima Bean Waldorf Salad
September 13, 1998
B-6 FOR CARPAL TUNNEL PAIN. GARLIC. COLICKY BABIES.
How B-6 supplements may help soothe carpal tunnel pain.
Plus the latest on garlic, vitamins C and E, and sugar water for colicky babies.
September 6, 1998
VITAMINS AT THE RIGHT DOSE.
The latest on vitamins; which supplements can be toxic, how to determine correct doses and more. How to get Jean Carper's own supplements.
August 30, 1998
THE TRUTH ABOUT PEANUT BUTTER.
Peanut butter, purely made, can be good for you.
Recipe: Chicken with Easy Peanut Sauce
August 23, 1998
THE POWER OF GINKGO. VITAMIN C REPORT.
No, ginkgo won't improve the memory of young people.
And a look at how vitamin C can cut a the chance of gallbladder disease.
August 16, 1998
SELENIUM AS MOOD ENHANCER
Jean Carper says selenium, not iron, can help fight
depression. Pack calcium in your diet with a yogurt-based soup.
Recipe: Cold Cucumber Soup
August 9, 1998
FIGHT COLON
CANCER WITH VEGETABLE FIBER
Jean Carper puts science on your plate with tangy grilled vegetables and results from a study on vegetable fiber.
Recipe: Meditterrean Grilled Vegetables
August 2, 1998
ALTERNATIVE
TO BEEF BURGERS
Jean Carper reviews the latest studies on red meat's
link to cancer and offers tips for improving your grilled burgers
Recipes: Alterna-burgers
July 26, 1998
FRUIT EATERS
ARE FITTEST
Jean Carper cites a new study on the health effects
of eating fruit.
Recipe: Pineapple-Coconut Sundae
July 19, 1998
THREE UPDATES ON ALCOHOL
Stroke risk, liver protectors and tests to see if other alcohol can duplicate red wine's benefits.
Recipes: Spicy Walnut Cookies
July 12, 1998
REDUCE CANCER RISK
Jean Carper reports grilling marinade helps reduce cancer risk.
Recipes: Anti-Cancer Marinade
July 7, 1998
GETTING THE RIGHT AMOUNT OF IRON
Jean Carper explains why getting just the right amount of iron in your diet is extremely important.
Recipes: Spinach Pesto Dip
June 21, 1998
SUNBURNS, BREAST FEEDING AND TRIGLYCERIDES
Vitamins may save you from sunburn a new study says. The latest on breast feeding's benefits. New research on safe ways to cut triglycerides.
June 14, 1998
FINDINGS ON B6 DEFICIENCY
New findings by Cleveland Clinic researchers show that one person in five is deficient in B6, and that doubles the risk of heart disease and stroke.
Recipes: Banana Beet Salad
June 7, 1998
ALL THE SWEET NEWS ABOUT CHOCOLATE
Jean Carper reports that chocolate can be your friend. It has important
disease-fighting chemicals -- and might boost your mood.
Recipes: Chocolate Banana Frostie, Chocolate Fruit-Nut
Clusters, Nut Surprise Candy.
May 24, 1998
HIGH-ANTIOXIDANT FOODS THAT FIGHT CANCER
Jean Carper highlights new studies on cancer-fighting vegetables
and how magnesium may help control high blood pressure.
Recipes: Picnic RIce Salad
May 17, 1998
SENNA, VITAMIN C AND RED MEAT
The herb senna is used as a laxative, not a diet helper. New studies
say vitamin C is still safe. To prevent cancer, choose fish and
poultry over red meat.
Recipes: Easy Cheesy Tofu Dip
May 10, 1998
TWO WEIGHTY MATTERS
Studies point to smaller
meals -- and smaller portions -- as keys to weight loss.
May 3, 1998
STONE AGE EATING
Your body craves nutrients cavemen ate. We could get rid of chronic
diseases by changing our diet to fit our genes.
Recipes: Stone Age Salad
April 26, 1998
PEAS FOR CANCER FIGHTING. BEEF FAT VS.
CANOLA.
Comparing beef fat to canola. Encouragement for tomato
sauce eaters and peas for reducing risk of prostate
cancer
Recipes: Sweet-and-Sour
Cucumbers
April 12, 1998
DIETARY CHOLESTEROL
Cholesterol in food is not
nearly as important as saturated animal fat.
Recipes: Pear-Mint Salad
April 5, 1998
"RIGHT" FAT IS VITAL
Sometimes eating the "right"
fat is more vital than staying on low-fat diet.
Recipes: Quick Nutty Salmon
March 29, 1998
WARDING OFF OSTEOPOROSIS
Calcium: Not for women
only
Recipes: Fruity Chicken Curry
Salad
March 22, 1998
CANCER FIGHTERS
How underrated veggies -- corn, peas and lima beans --
fight cancer.
Recipes: Sweet-and-Sour
Succotash
March 15, 1998
CARPER'S VITAMINS
Jean Carper details her
vitamin regimen.
Recipes: Zesty Artichoke Dip
March 8, 1998
PEANUTS ARE GOOD FOR YOU
Peanuts may help keep
arteries clear.
March 1, 1998
ALCOHOL IN MODERATION
A new study says moderate
drinking helps hearts.
February 22, 1998
MORE REASONS TO GET VITAMIN C
How vitamin C can help rid the body of hazardous lead -- with an extra benefit for men.
Recipes: Red Pepper Dip
February 15, 1998
CANCER PROTECTION These colorful vegetables are key to unlocking carotenoids. Plus, a warning about DHEA.
February 8, 1998
SPINACH VS. DEPRESSION Jean Carper explains why spinach helps fight depression. She also outlines new strategies to combat and avoid diabetes.
February 1, 1998
CAN YOU AVOID DIABETES?
New strategies to help keep diabetes away.
January 25, 1998
HOT ANTI-ULCER FOODS
New studies show that spicy foods, such as cinnamon and hot pepper, can help heal stomach ulcers.
Recipes: In-a-Hurry Chicken Curry
January 18, 1998
A TROPICAL FRUIT RAVE
Do you know which fruits are highest in potassium, fiber, vitamin C and other healthful nutrients? Find out with this column.
Recipes: Mango-Avocado Soup
January 11, 1998
THE GOOD FAT STORY
A look at the role of omega-3 fats, and sources to use in your cooking. Also, information on exercise and anti-oxidants.
Recipes: Better Butter
January 4, 1998
ST. JOHN'S WORT
Answers to readers' important questions about food and nutritional
supplements.
Recipes: Super Garlic-Bean Soup
Eat Smart Archive--
1997
December 7, 1997
HOW TO PREVENT CANCER
People who eat the most fruits and vegetables have half as much cancer. Here's what everyone can eat today to be healthier later.
Recipes: Red & Green Pasta
November 9, 1997
3-COURSE MEALS IN 30 MINUTES
Good nutrition comes from cans -- and microwaves, too. "It's easy to cook fast and healthy," Jean Carper says.
Recipes: Salmon Potato Puff, Peach Crisp, Avocado Salad, and Blueberry Parfait
October 5, 1997
BEYOND CHOLESTEROL
Scientists say not to focus on high-cholesterol foods like eggs and shrimp -- there's no connection between cholesterol in the blood and cholesterol in food.
Recipes: No-Fat Onion Dip for Shrimp and Low-Fat Shrimp Chowder
September 7, 1997
VITAMIN E: TAKE IT TO HEART
New research shows this nutrient, already touted for healthy hearts, may pump up aging brains and weak immune systems.
Recipes: No-Fail Green Salad and Moroccan Delight
August 3, 1997
THE JOY OF SOY
Evidence is mounting that just one serving a day can fight disease. Five benefits of soy.
Recipes: Banana Shake and Tofu Peanut
Dip
June 1, 1997
THE LATEST NUTRITION NEWS
Jean Carper answers readers' questions about everything from antioxidants to zinc.
Recipes: Creamy Broccoli Soup and Crunchy Tabulleh
May 11, 1997
FOOD FOLKLORE: MYTH OR FACT?
Many of us have half-baked ideas. Here's a quick, interactive quiz to test your food knowledge against what scientists say is the truth. Simply click whether you think each statement is true or false and then hit the Submit button to see how you stack up against the experts.
Recipes: Peppery Tomatoes
April 6, 1997
FOODS
THAT FIGHT ARTHRITIS PAIN
Millions might reduce joint pain by adding -- or eliminating -- specific foods.
Recipe: Anti-arthritis Stir-fry
March 2, 1997
BUILD
A HEALTHIER BURGER
Recent research shows onions, tomatoes, even guacamole can offset high-fat indulgences like hamburgers. Here's a guide.
February 7, 1997
6
SECRET DISEASE-FIGHTERS
Phytochemicals are the new stars of a healthful diet. Here's how to get enough.
Recipe: White and Green Lasagna
January 12, 1997
CHROMIUM, THE FORGOTTEN FUEL
We need this mineral to process sugar. But most Americans are running too low.
Recipe: Nutty Broccoli Appetizers
Eat Smart -- 1996
December 1,
1996
LOWER
YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE
Aging baby boomers are at
risk. Here are 10 ways food can help
.
Recipe: Vegetable Frittata
November 17,
1996
SAVE
YOUR BRAIN: EAT FISH
Fish oil sharpens the brain at all ages, researchers say
Recipes: Microwave Salmon Teriyaki; Omega Spread
November 10, 1996
JEAN CARPER'S
FORECAST
October 6,
1996
SELENIUM: A CANCER KNOCKOUT?
A breakthrough study shows unprecedented power in this obscure mineral
Recipes: Nutty, Garlicky Spaghetti; Swordfish Sandwich
September 1, 1996
10
WAYS TO A HEALTHY HEART
There's no doubt: What you eat and drink can help pump up this vital organ
Recipe: Tangy Fisherman's Stew
August 4,
1996
FOLIC
ACID: VITAL TO YOUR VITALITY
9 out of 10 Americans don't get enough of this extraordinary nutrient
Recipes: Pasta with Beans and Smoked Salmon; Quick Black Beans With Mint
July 7,
1996
7
HEALTHFUL NEW FINDINGS
A roundup of the latest research from the food frontier
Recipe: Marvelous Mashed Potatoes
June 2,
1996
THE
MISUNDERSTOOD AVOCADO
Don't be afraid of this unique fatty fruit: Its fat actually protects arteries.
Recipe: Creamy Avocado Soup
May 5,
1996
THE
SMARTEST CALORIES
Want the most nutrition for the fewest calories? Focus on these foods.
Recipes: Snappy Gazpacho; Spinach Salad With Yogurt Dressing
April 7,
1996
REVISITING BETA CAROTENE
The supplement's making news again, this time with caveats for smokers.
Recipes: Microwave Pumpkin Pudding; Garlicky Spinach
March 3,
1996
YOUR
LEAN GUIDE TO GOOD FAT
Yes, we said good fat. Here's how to find it.
Recipe: Quick Good-Fat Salmon Patties
February 4,
1996
THE
SPICES OF LIFE!
10 major health benefits are possible by eating small doses of seasonings
Recipe: Fat-Free Ginger
Cookies; Spicy Tomato Salsa
January 14, 1996
VITAMIN E: A HEALTH BASIC
If you take only one
antioxidant supplement, make it this disease fighter
Eat Smart -- 1995
December 3, 1995
THE
WAYS OF WINE ARE ROSY
Wine and grapes are a good source of anti-oxidants,
anticoagulants, artery relaxants and more!
November 5, 1995
THE
REAL PRIZE IN CEREAL
How cereal fiber may contribute to better health and
greater regularity.
Recipes: Do-It-Yourself
Muesli, Bran-Banana Pancakes, Non-syrup pancake toppings
October 1, 1995
EAT
TO FEND OFF BREAST CANCER
Statistics about the rise of this disease, and
suggestions on how you may be able to prevent it.
Recipes: Soy Sloppy Joes, Red Cabbage-Apple Slaw
September 3, 1995
FRUIT
PACKS A PUNCH
From blood pressure to ulcers, fruit can help prevent
or reverse health problems.
Recipes: Orange-Watercress
Salad, Maple Apple Crunch
August 13, 1995
TASTY TOMATOES
Ripe tomatoes are rich in lycopene, a recently
discovered powerful anti-oxidant.
Recipes: Fresh Tomatoes With Fettuccine, Herbed Grilled
Tomatoes
July 23, 1995
STOP
AGING NOW!
An exclusive Jean Carper interview , with highlights from her newest best seller Stop Aging Now
Recipes: What foods are best for your meals.
June 27, 1995
HEALTHIER BARBEQUE
New ways to make this summer
tradition healthy, and tasty!
Recipes: Anti-Cancer, Anti-Aging Hamburger, Honey Mustard Grilled Chicken, Grilled Peppered Salmon
June 4, 1995
THE
PRINCIPLE OF PASTA
Jean Carper takes a close look at the healthy,
delicious Mediterranean diet.
Recipes: Grilled Peppers, Pasta With Walnuts and Peppers
May 7, 1995
THE
GOODNESS OF BEANS
Small in size, beans are exploding with health
benefits.
Recipes: Orange Bean Salad, Curried Chickpeas and Potatoes
April 2, 1995
GARLIC'S BREATH OF HEALTH
This multi-purpose plant has
a variety of culinary and curative uses.
Recipes: Garlic Company Chicken, Garlic Bean Soup,
Quick Guacamole
March 5, 1995
TEA VS.
COFFEE
The
latest information about the health benefits of each
beverage.
The 3 Minute Anti-Oxidant
Brew
February 5, 1995
OF
CABBAGES AND CANCER
A look at the powerful anti-cancer health benefits in
the cruciferous family of vegetables.
Recipe: Orange Date Coleslaw, Peanut Cabbage, and
Broccoli--Cauliflower Roast
January 8, 1995
FIGHTING THE COMMON COLD
Lab tested, chicken soup comes through as an effective remedy for
a cold
Recipe: Tested Chicken Soup, Fiery Decongestant
Eat Smart --
1994
December 4, 1994
SAY 'NUTS'
TO HEART DISEASE
Nuts are among our earliest foods. In ancient times
they were a staple, not a snack.
Recipes: Quick & Spicy Holiday Nuts, Brazil Nut
Delights
November 6, 1994
THE POWER IN
PUMPKIN PIE
Squashing illness.
Recipes: Sweet Potato Puff, Carrots and Walnuts
September 4, 1994
WANT FEWER
SNIFFLES? EAT YOGURT
4 good reasons to eat your yogurt
Recipes: 30-second Smoothie, Yogurt Cheese Spreads,
Tomato Bisque in a Blender, Creamy Black Bean Soup
August 24, 1994
EAT
SMART
4 great
reasons to eat fish.
Recipes: Simple Skillet
Salmon, Light Salmon
Mousse
