Jennifer Sweenie
Jennifer Sweenie is a New York-based health reporter. She is a nutritional therapy practitioner and trained health-supportive chef focused on functional nutrition and the power of natural, whole foods. Jennifer serves on the board of directors for Slow Food NYC and is a former board member of the Farm-to-Consumer Foundation.
LATEST
How Selenium Protects Against Parkinson’s Disease—New Research
Simple dietary additions can boost selenium intake, making it easy for current patients and those at risk.
How a Woman’s Menstrual Cycle Influences Her Blood Sugar Levels
Marked by four distinct phases, the menstrual cycle—in addition to causing fluctuations in hormones—also impacts blood sugar levels.
Researchers Discover New Mechanism Linking Diet and Cancer Risk
MGO, a glucose metabolite, can temporarily destroy the BRCA2 protein, reducing its levels in cells and inhibiting its tumor-preventing ability.
New Study Reveals How a Father’s Diet Can Affect the Health of His Future Children
Much emphasis is placed on a nutrient based diet for mothers-to-be. Perhaps equally important, is the diet of the father preconception.
Eat Your Sun Protection
While sunshine supplies essential nutrients to our bodies, too much can be harmful. Beyond bathing our skin with lotions there are ways to protect from within.
The Salt and Cortisol Connection
The terms “salt” and “sodium” are often interchanged—knowing the difference between them and what types of salt are best to eat could improve your health.
The Connection Between Sleep and Sugar
Sleep and blood sugar are intimately linked—an imbalance in the latter may cause broken sleep, nightmares, night sweats, and frequent urination.
Sea Moss–Trending Now for Brain Health and Weight-Loss to Virility
Sea moss, a centuries-old marine vegetable, is having its pedestal moment of popularity.
A New Study Suggests a Common Additive in Foods May Be a Culprit
In yet another example of poor diet going hand-in-hand with disease, a new study found colon cancer in adults younger than 50 has been on the rise.
Americans Need to Snack Smarter: Study
There are many health aspects of snacking—how much or often, what time of day or night, and ultimately, what is snacked upon all factor in.
