Matcha, a green tea powder made from a specific type of ground Japanese tea leaves, is high in antioxidants and has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and brain-boosting properties. …
Marissa Sheldon, MPH
Marissa Sheldon, MPH
Marissa Sheldon is an editor for the Center for Food as Medicine. She earned a Bachelors degree in Community Health from Brown University and an MPH from the UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health. She was a Public Health Prevention Service fellow at CDC and gained valuable experience working at both the federal and local levels. She then became the Community Outreach Coordinator for a research study at NC State University that focused on increasing access to healthy foods and safe places to be active. Marissa currently splits her time between caring for her nieces and nephew and writing content for both the Center for Food as Medicine and the New York City Food Policy Center.
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Many of us grew up hearing – and may still hear today – that we should never skip breakfast because “breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” It …
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Which Foods Can Protect Against Dementia?
Introduction Cognitive decline and dementia can be extremely debilitating illnesses that negatively affect both the patient and their loved ones. A great deal of research has been conducted on specific …
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Why are Acai Berries Healthier than Other Berries?
Acai berries began gaining popularity in 2008 when Dr. Mehmet Oz talked about their potential benefits on The Oprah Winfrey Show. They are now consumed around the world as an …
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Agave nectar (or agave syrup) is an all-natural liquid sweetener made from the blue agave plant (which also makes tequila). It is often touted as a healthy alternative sweetener, but …
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How Much Vitamin D Do We Need, and How Should We Get it?
Vitamin D is an essential nutrient for maintaining strong bones, helping muscular function, building immunity, and allowing the brain to communicate with the body through the nervous system. It can …
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Who Should Follow a Gluten-Free Diet?
Introduction The word “gluten” has recently gained a negative connotation, and gluten-free diets have become somewhat trendy, even among mostly healthy individuals. Gluten is a protein found in products made …
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Food and its Use: Olive Oil
Scientific name: Olea europaea L.1 (olive tree) Other common names: Extra virgin olive oil, EVOO, virgin olive oil, pure olive oil, light olive oil, refined olive oil Description: Olive oil …
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What are the Health Benefits of Vitamin B12?
Vitamin B12 is essential for red blood cell formation, nerve function, and DNA production. Take a look at the resources below for more information on what B12 is, how it …
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How Does Cooking Affect the Nutritional Value of Foods?
The nutritional quality of some foods, most notably vegetables, can be altered depending on how they are prepared. Boiling, steaming, sauteing, and roasting can all have varying effects. Which foods …