Religion and philosophy have long embraced gratitude as a ’secret’ to happiness. Turns out, there are some pretty remarkable side effects of gratitude on your health and well-being too!

As you give thanks for turkey, family, and football this Thursday, be encouraged. Studies show that Read the rest of this entry »

Nobody wants any species of these guys growing near them. But eating them? A whole different story.

I used to think that mushrooms had no nutritional value at all. And to be honest, some varieties offer a lot more benefits. However, in general, all mushrooms are low in saturated Fat,  cholesterol and sodium while being a great source of fiber, vitamin D, vitamin B6, Folate and Selenium. A low cal food with such a nutritionally powerful profile, eat as many as you want. After all, nobody got obese eating too many portabellos. Read the rest of this entry »

Today’s NFN is a shout out to the ladies. Specifically any who plan to get prego one day! Ever heard the saying “a chip off the old block”? Well, new research in the Journal of Neuroscience recently attributed new meaning to this well-known adage. Read the rest of this entry »

I love oxymorons. Like “act naturally,” “new classic,” or “huge shrimp.” Speaking of huge shrimp, have you heard the huge shrimp myth that the second most popular seafood in America is unhealthy? Let’s just go ahead and debunk that one right now. Read the rest of this entry »

One of my favorite independent coffee shops has a drink called “Why Bother.” It’s a decaf, non-fat, sugar-free vanilla latte. I wont lie, I have actually ordered it, but seriously, the name fits the drink like a glove. No caffiene, no fat, and no sugar? Why even bother?!  Similarly, you might call vegans “why bother” vegetarians. Read the rest of this entry »

This musical fruit has earned quite the smelly reputation, but beans truly are a superfood. So let’s have a little chat on how you can eat beans freely and avoid gas at the same time. You’re body will thank you for all the protein, fiber, and macro-nutrients, and your neighbor will thank you for the clean air. Read the rest of this entry »

Today’s Election day! Show your huge political efficacy…your vote counts in a big bad way! Get it done.

And in an effort to keep Nutrition for the Naive as democratic as possible, what a perfect day to request your votes for new Nutrition for the Naive topics. I can’t make any superfluous promises, because that would just make me feel too much like Barack Obama. But I’ll do the best I can to incorporate your ideas into upcoming articles! You are the reason Nutrition for the Naive even exists. Finally, something IS all about you, but only if you voice your opinion.  Vote here.

Because your vote never mattered more.

Remember warming up for the big basketball tournament when Eye of the Tiger and Jock Jams were pumping up your speed and adrenaline for a big win? Switch scenes to the coffee shop full of studying college students composing research papers for hours to the mellow tunes of Jack Johnson or Mozart. The music choices in each given location seem obvious. Music can make or break an atmosphere. Speaking of which… Read the rest of this entry »