Section / Eating Well

Kidney Beans: An Excellent Plant-Based Source of Protein

Kidney beans are a plant-based source of protein. They contain omega-3 fatty acids, and nearly one-fifth of the vitamin B1 that older adults need each day.

Read Featured Article →

Popular in Eating Well

What’s the Nutritional Value of an Avocado?

Almonds: A Heart-Healthy Nut

The 6 Best Nuts for Older Adults

7 Reasons to Put on a Pot of Navy Beans

Also In Eating Well

Mango: An Eye-Friendly Fruit

Regularly incorporating mango into your diet can lower your risk for age-related macular degeneration and boost brain function, making mangos a great all-around snack for older adults.

Can Eating Avocados Help Fight Metabolic Syndrome?

A recent scientific review of the health benefits of avocado found that the fruit contains several bioactive compounds that can help fight obesity and high blood pressure.

What Are the Health Benefits of Blueberries?

Could blueberries go to battle against Alzheimer’s disease? Long regarded as nutrient powerhouses, blueberries were recently found to improve the memory of older adults.

16 Foods That Lower Blood Pressure Naturally

Registered dietician Cara Rosenbloom shares a list of 16 foods that are sources of blood pressure-lowering nutrients like fibre, potassium, calcium and magnesium.

The Health Benefits of Strawberries for Older Adults

Certified nutritionist Lorie Eber breaks down this succulent fruit’s extraordinary nutrient profile — starting with its high vitamin and low-calorie counts.

Cucumber: Nature’s Most Hydrating Vegetable

A study of post-exercise hydration found that reaching for a cucumber after finishing an intense workout may hydrate your body twice as effectively as a glass of water.