“Let thy food be thy medicine and thy medicine be thy food.”

—Hippocrates, Ancient Greek physician and philosopher

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Hippocrates believed in using diet as a primary tool for health care.

This concept suggest that a well-balanced, nutrient-rich diet can act as preventive and therapeutic medicine, supporting both physical and mental health.

The idea underscores the importance of food in holistic healthcare promoting well-being and reducing the risk of disease.

Foods that can act as medicine include:

• Berries are rich in antioxidants. They help protect against cell damage and disease.
• Cruciferous vegetables like broccoli and kale contain antioxidants that may reduce heart disease risk.
• Fatty fish like salmon and sardines have omega-3 fatty acids that fight inflammation and protect against heart disease.
• Nuts provide healthy fats, fiber, and vitamins, which can lower cholesterol and blood pressure.
• Fermented foods including yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut and kimchi contain probiotics that support gut health.

EXERCISE:

How can and will you make healthier eating a more intentional habit in this new year?

Take the time to do some research and go on a food safari to your local grocery store to find some new and better choices that can make your effort a tasty one!