Welcome to UC Davis Integrative Medicine. Our blog is jam-packed with information on everything from nutrition and plant-based diets to exercise and stress management so that you can live a healthier, happier life
February has long been considered the ‘month of hearts’ because of Valentine’s Day.
But what you might not know is that, since 1964 when President Johnson decided to raise awareness about cardiovascular disease, February is also officially National Heart Month. (more…)
A hearty homemade soup filled with fresh veggies, legumes and/or whole grains is a delicious and simple way to enjoy a whole food, plant-based diet. (more…)
“The tradition of the Sunday feast accomplishes more than just feeding us. It nurtures us.”
~ Chef John Besh (more…)
It is time for National Corn Chip Day which is celebrated on January 29th!
Corn chips have been loved by millions for decades. (more…)
National Green Juice Day, observed on January 26th, was established to encourage people to drink green juice.
It falls at the perfect time—a few weeks after January 1st—the moment when more than half of all individuals admit to having already broken their New Year’s resolutions. (more…)
And for years, we have shared dozens of these recipes with you. (more…)
The time-honored tradition of abandoning your New Year’s resolutions is almost as old as New Year’s resolutions themselves.
In fact, the statistics tell the tale—only 12 percent of people succeed with their New Year’s resolutions. (more…)
Today’s blog post is a round-up of your favorite savory recipes in 2017. (more…)
We are here today to talk about oats.
Whether they are served as a breakfast, bread or dessert, oats are an integral part of our lives and a food legend that has been around for centuries.
