Why it’s good for you: Prevents birth defects, heart disease, dementia, colon cancer, and vision loss; protects skin and bones. One of nature’s best sources of folate, a B vitamin that prevents birth defects, heart disease, dementia, and colon cancer (the third most common cause of cancer in women). Another compound in spinach, called lutein, [...]

Why it’s good for you: Prevents heart disease, depression (including postpartum depression), and memory loss, encourages optimal brain and vision development in your baby You are hearing a lot about the omega-3 fats these days and salmon tops the list for the tastiest, best source of these healthy fats. The omega-3s reduce the risk for [...]

It’s no secret that women are the world’s most incredible multi-taskers. Is it any wonder that the female of the species has specific nutritional needs? Attaining that elusive nutritional balance in our stressed-out lives has never been more important — especially for women who are the quintessential balancing act queens. These are the people who, [...]