The foods we eat are crucial in maintaining a healthy reproductive system. Here are five foods that influence fertility and sexual health.
Andrew E. Johnson, CEO of Goode Foods, leads a Black family-owned business revolutionizing the canned food industry.
Coenzyme Q10 is sort of like a vitamin but not exactly.
Research has found that, in addition to the size of your plate, the color of your dishware also impacts how much you eat. While you can’t always plan for this, see if you can find plates that will contrast to the color of your food. So rather than putting your pasta with red sauce on orange plates, put it on white plates. The study that observed this found that being able to clearly see the empty space on a plate causes one to eat less. When your food and plate are similar in color, you may not give as much thought to how much you are eating.
Urban One Honors recipient Kim Ford, president and CEO of Martha's Table, talks about the organization, the importance of food justice for the Black community and being proud of the work she does.
Folate is sort of a blanket term for Vitamin B9—of which there are many. Folate is important for the healthy formation of red blood cells, as well as the development of all cells. Getting enough folate through foods can be difficult, and being deficient on it can lead to anemia. Pregnant and lactating women are at a heightened risk for folate deficiency, but it is an important nutrient for all women. Being low on it can lead to issues like headaches, nausea, and dizziness. Adults should take 400 micrograms of folate per day. Pregnant women or those planning to become pregnant can increase their dosage to 1,000 mcg per day – but consult your doctor on the exact amount that’s right for you.
Berries, like chocolate, are a good source of antioxidants. In fact, they contain several kinds, including caffeic acid, catechin, and anthocyanin. Research suggests that the compounds in berries can boost communication between brain cells, as well as fight age-related cognitive decline.
The cacao bean, also known as cocoa, contains polyphenols and flavonoids, antioxidants that are great for blood pressure. If you’re into making breakfast smoothies, but some crushed cacao in your blender. You can also add it to your baked goods recipes for a healthy boost.
Gut disorders can be directly linked to hormonal imbalances, and getting enough probiotics is important to preventing gut disorders. Try adding more kimchi, kombucha, yogurt, and other fermented foods to your diet to get more probiotics.
When you are low on protein, your body actually reduces hair growth in order to conserve protein for other jobs. That’s why you can find your hair thinning if you don’t get enough of this important nutrient.
Because there's nothing wrong with some junk food in moderation.
