People who live in longevity hot spots called "Blue Zones" live up to a decade longer than average Americans. After researchers analyzed dietary surveys of the daily eating habits of people in the blue zones over the past 80 years, there were five common foods included in their diets. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the five pillars of a longevity diet, and how these foods contribute to long life. Reference: Longo, V. D., & Anderson, R. M. (2022). Nutrition, longevity and disease: From ...
Jan 15, 2023•11 min
Macambo beans are a cousin to cacao beans, with similar nutritional benefits. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the nutritional benefits of this crunchy snack bean that is taking the superfood world by storm! Link to purchase Macambo Beans: https://amzn.to/3Xxo9zl
Jan 08, 2023•10 min
You've likely heard of prebiotics and probiotics. But what are postbiotics, and what do they do? Listen in this week as Dee discusses all three "biotics" and how postbiotics are quickly taking the spotlight as the major player in overall health. Link to 3-in-1 Complete Probiotics: https://amzn.to/3WbpgUi
Dec 18, 2022•13 min
A new study shows that eating more flavonols, a class of antioxidant compounds that protect cells and neurons, may slow your rate of memory loss. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the study and which flavonols contain the most flavonols for prevention of memory loss. Link to study: Holland, T. M., Agarwal, P., Wang, Y., Dhana, K., Leurgans, S. E., Shea, K., Booth, S. L., Rajan, K., Schneider, J. A., & Barnes, L. L. (2022). Association of dietary intake of flavonols with changes in global ...
Dec 11, 2022•13 min
Cranberries have been used in folk medicine for generations, and there is now sound science to back-up their benefits. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the best ways to consume cranberries and how their nutrients fight cancer, lower inflammation, and more. Link to recipe for sugar-free cranberry sauce: https://processedfreeamerica.org/sugar-free-blood-orange-cranberry-sauce/
Dec 04, 2022•11 min
Researchers have discovered a previously unknown species of bacteria present in the intestines of people diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, but not in people without the condition. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the research and the future treatment and prevention of rheumatoid arthritis. Reference: Chriswell, M. E., Lefferts, A. R., Clay, M. R., Hsu, A. R., Seifert, J., Feser, M. L., Rims, C., Bloom, M. S., Bemis, E. A., Liu, S., Maerz, M. D., Frank, D. N., Demoruelle, M. K., Deane, K. ...
Nov 27, 2022•15 min
Fagopyrum tataricum, also known as Tartary Buckwheat, is a gluten-free psuedo-grain sibling to common buckwheat, but with a more powerful nutrient profile. Listen in this week as Dee discusses why tartary buckwheat is being dubbed a "powerhouse for nutrition", shown to prevent the effects of several chronic metabolic diseases, including high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease. Link to Purchase Tartary Buckwheat Flour: https://amzn.to/3V8De9a Reference: Luthar, Z., Golob, A., Germ, M., Vo...
Nov 20, 2022•12 min
That is the question French researchers sought to answer in their 3-month study on overweight adults. Listen in this week as Dee deciphers the results of this study and how a unique probiotic that provides the typical “French” cheese taste and smell works in the body to reduce appetite and increase metabolism. Link to Purchase H. Alvei Probiotic: https://www.soin-et-nature.com/en/19758-enterosatys-hafnia-alvei-4597-zn-cr-targedys-60-capsules.html (Dee McCaffrey and Processed-Free America have no...
Nov 12, 2022•16 min
If you're a fan of raw apple cider vinegar, you'll be surprised to learn that pumpkins can be fermented into a similarly nutritious vinegar too. Listen in this week as Dee discusses how pumpkin vinegar is made, and how it can pump up your health! Link to purchase Trader Joe's Pumpkin Vinegar: https://amzn.to/3fEiUNP Link to Pumpkin Spiced Maple Vinaigrette Recipe: https://processedfreeamerica.org/pumpkin-spice-maple-vinaigrette/...
Nov 06, 2022•9 min
When foods like potatoes and rice are cooked and then cooled, their starch molecules undergo rearrangement to become less "starchy". Listen in this week as Dee explains the concept of "retrograded resistant starch" and how cooling starchy foods lowers their impact on blood sugar levels. Reference: Harris K. F. (2019). An introductory review of resistant starch type 2 from high-amylose cereal grains and its effect on glucose and insulin homeostasis. Nutrition Reviews, 77(11), 748–764. https://doi...
Oct 30, 2022•10 min
Psyllium is best known for its ability to aid in digestive health, but it has also been clinically proven to lower cholesterol, blood sugar and blood pressure. Listen in this week as Dee discusses how psyllium stimulates several biochemical functions in the body to provide super health benefits. Purchase psyllium: https://amzn.to/3TtUqVB Reference: McRorie, J. W., Gibb, R. D., Sloan, K. J., & McKeown, N. M. (2021). Psyllium. Nutrition Today, 56(4), 169–182. https://doi.org/10.1097/nt.0000000...
Oct 22, 2022•13 min
There's a lot of nutrition packed into these tiny little seeds, and the chia seed trend is making a splash with a new generation now. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the key benefits of including chia seeds in your meals and snacks.
Oct 15, 2022•12 min
Our eyes need nourishment to keep them moist so that we can have crisp, clear vision. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the foods that provide nourishment for your eyes, and the various types of supplements to be aware of.
Oct 10, 2022•14 min
Pickling and Fermenting are two techniques used to preserve fruits or vegetables in jars. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the important differences between these two techniques when it comes to your long term health.
Oct 02, 2022•9 min
A new study comparing daily consumption of cocao versus multivitamins shows the multivitamins improved brain function in older adults, and the benefit was greater for those with a history of heart disease. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the results of the study and what it means for your cognitive health. Reference: Baker, L. D., Manson, J. E., Rapp, S. R., Sesso, H. D., Gaussoin, S. A., Shumaker, S. A., & Espeland, M. A. (2022). Effects of cocoa extract and a multivitamin on cognitive...
Sep 24, 2022•11 min
A new study published in the journal Cell, showed that consuming saccharin and sucralose harms the ability of healthy adults to dispose of glucose in their body. The study also looked at the effect of Aspartame and Stevia. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the study and what it means for your health. Reference: Suez, J., Cohen, Y., Valdés-Mas, R., Mor, U., Dori-Bachash, M., Federici, S., Zmora, N., Leshem, A., Heinemann, M., Linevsky, R., Zur, M., Ben-Zeev Brik, R., Bukimer, A., Eliyahu-Mille...
Sep 18, 2022•17 min
If your goal in selecting plant-based meat alternatives is better health, then you'll want to know which one can get you there. Listen in this week as Dee discusses a variety of different options for replacing meat in your diet. Link to Non-GMO Shopping Guide: https://www.nongmoproject.org/find-non-gmo/verified-products/
Sep 11, 2022•18 min
A 2015 study published in the journal Science found that high doses of vitamin C impaired growth of colon cancer tumors that have previously resisted other treatments. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the findings of the study, and what this means for the future of treatment for many other types of cancer. References: Monti, D. A., Mitchell, E., Bazzan, A. J., Littman, S., Zabrecky, G., Yeo, C. J., Pillai, M. V., Newberg, A. B., Deshmukh, S., & Levine, M. (2012). Phase I evaluation of in...
Sep 04, 2022•13 min
A new study published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings showed that lower intake of calcium and potassium leads to high odds of developing kidney stones. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the findings of the 8-year study. and how to increase intake of foods containing these important nutrients. Reference: Chewcharat, A., Thongprayoon, C., Vaughan, L. E., Mehta, R. A., Schulte, P. J., O’Connor, H. M., Lieske, J. C., Taylor, E. N., & Rule, A. D. (2022). Dietary risk factors for incident and recurr...
Aug 28, 2022•10 min
If you enjoy eating jackfruit as a meat alternative, you'll want to know about banana blossoms. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the purple flower with a surprisingly flaky fish-like texture, its health benefits, and how to use it in your meals. Link to purchase Banana Blossom: https://amzn.to/3CmVyW6
Aug 21, 2022•10 min
The Paleo Diet has long been touted as a diet that did not contain potatoes, beans or other starchy foods. New research now shows that likely wasn't the case. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the findings of the 7-year study on the dental plaque and oral microbiome of a 100,000-year old Neanderthal. Reference: Fellows Yates, J. A., Velsko, I. M., Aron, F., Posth, C., Hofman, C. A., Austin, R. M., Parker, C. E., Mann, A. E., Nägele, K., Arthur, K. W., Arthur, J. W., Bauer, C. C., Crevecoeur, ...
Aug 14, 2022•13 min
A new study has found that potassium-rich diets were associated with lower blood pressure, particularly in women with high salt intake. Three specific foods had the most benefit. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the research, and why a high potassium diet is important for everyone. Reference: Wouda, R. D., Boekholdt, S. M., Khaw, K. T., Wareham, N. J., de Borst, M. H., Hoorn, E. J., Rotmans, J. I., & Vogt, L. (2022). Sex-specific associations between potassium intake, blood pressure, and...
Aug 07, 2022•11 min
The idea that exercising more can mitigate the effects of eating a poor diet is being put to rest. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the research, and how the synergy of a good diet and physical activity promote the best health outcomes. Reference: Ding, D., Van Buskirk, J., Nguyen, B., Stamatakis, E., Elbarbary, M., Veronese, N., Clare, P. J., Lee, I.-M., Ekelund, U., & Fontana, L. (2022). Physical activity, diet quality and all-cause cardiovascular disease and cancer mortality: A prospe...
Jul 31, 2022•15 min
A growing body of evidence suggests that consumption of diet soda is correlated to increased risk of metabolic issues and dementia, among other medical conditions. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the research, and how to cut down on diet soda consumption. Reference: Johnson, R. K., Lichtenstein, A. H., Anderson, C. A. M., Carson, J. A., Després, J.-P., Hu, F. B., Kris-Etherton, P. M., Otten, J. J., Towfighi, A., & Wylie-Rosett, J. (2018). Low-calorie sweetened beverages and cardiometabo...
Jul 24, 2022•12 min
Alzheimer's Disease currently devastates the lives of 5.8 million Americans, and there is no cure, but some promising research on curcumin gives us some hope. Listen in this week as Dee discusses how curcumin, the active component in the spice turmeric, quells the flame of inflammation in the brain that is linked to Alzheimer's. Link to Turmeric: https://amzn.to/3OZmG0B Source: Mishra, S., & Palanivelu, K. (2008). The effect of curcumin (turmeric) onalzheimer′s disease: An overview. Annals o...
Jul 17, 2022•14 min
A new study has shown that adding about two servings of pecans a day to your diet produces a greater and more consistent reduction in cholesterol compared to many other interventions. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the results of the study, with a bonus comparison to how avocados also reduce cholesterol levels. Sources: Guarneiri, L. L., Paton, C. M., & Cooper, J. A. (2021). Pecan-enriched diets alter cholesterol profiles and triglycerides in adults at risk for cardiovascular disease i...
Jul 10, 2022•12 min
A new study reveals that people are usually wrong when ranking how well they eat, particularly when they think their diet is healthy. Listen in this week as Dee discusses the significant disconnects between the researcher-calculated evaluation and how participants ranked their own diet, and how to ensure your diet meets the criteria for excellence. Links to research presented orally at the annual meeting of the American Society for Nutrition held on June 14, 2022, titled Relationship Between Die...
Jul 03, 2022•14 min
Testosterone is a key hormone needed by both men and women for optimal bone density, blood sugar control, muscle mass, energy levels, and libido. Testosterone production in the body may decrease due to a number of diet and lifestyle factors. Listen in this week as Dee discusses how to naturally boost testosterone levels, and why you need to keep your levels up. Link to Reed's Zero Sugar Extra Ginger Ale, co-host Michael's new favorite beverage that, according to Dee, can help to naturally increa...
Jun 26, 2022•14 min
Every year the Environmental Working Group, a non-profit advocacy group, publishes a list of common produce items and ranks them according to how contaminated they are with pesticide residues that you may potentially be eating! Listen in this week as Dee discusses what's new this year and which foods you should always eat organically grown, and which are safe to eat non-organic. Download a pocket size copy of the 2022 Dirty Dozen and Clean 15 List at https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/...
Jun 19, 2022•14 min
Table olives are one of the oldest fermented foods hailing from the Mediterranean area. Fermentation gives them probiotic properties in addition to their many other health benefits. Listen in this week as Dee discusses how olives are fermented, and the difference between black olives vs fermented olives.
Jun 12, 2022•7 min
