Dentist Tips For Healthy Mouth, Strong Teeth

Anke Neustadt

It’s a morning routine familiar for many of us: Get that mouth clean immediately after breakfast by using a harsh toothpaste applied by an abrasive toothbrush, followed by a rinse with a mouthwash so strong it makes you wince. Dr. Kami Hoss winces, too, when he hears patients describe these […]

Can you be overweight and healthy?

Anke Neustadt

One of the most contentious questions asked in the health community today is whether you can be overweight and healthy. This question – sometimes framed using the term “fat but fit” – has preoccupied medical researchers for decades, fuelling numerous studies both supporting and debunking the concept. The debate revolves […]

Is Octopus Healthy? Nutrition, Benefits, Downsides

Anke Neustadt

A dietitian explores the health benefits, downsides, and nutritional value of eating octopus. The octopus is a type of cephalopod that lives in the ocean. It’s well-known for having eight legs and being one of the most intelligent creatures in the sea (1, 2). Octopus is also a culinary delicacy […]

Are Black Beans Healthy? Nutrition, Benefits, and More

Anke Neustadt

Black beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) are also known as the common bean. They’re among the most frequently consumed dry grain pulses or legumes, alongside chickpeas (1). Black beans originated in South America and are a staple ingredient in Latin American and Caribbean cuisine. In addition to being nutritional powerhouses, they […]