Jennifer Sweenie
Author
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
Understanding mTOR: A Delicate Balance for Longevity
Understanding the functions of mTOR and its impact on overall health is paramount when considering targeting its pathway in your body.
Stress Eating? Friends and Family May Hold the Key to Curbing the Urge
Stress eating may offer a transient pick-me-up but its long-term effects are insidious, say experts.
Inflammaging: How Chronic Inflammation Accelerates Aging and What You Can Do About It
Emerging research shows you can combat inflammaging by adopting simple lifestyle strategies.
Are Migraines Partially a Metabolic Condition?
Many assume migraines are a neurological problem because they affect the brain, but metabolic health and diet are often underlying factors.
What Breaks a Fast?
Certain food choices can kick your body out of ketosis.
Krill Oil as an Alternative Omega-3 and Antioxidant—Benefits and Drawbacks Explored
Popular as a dietary supplement, krill oil is abundant in omega-3s and potent antioxidants.
Exploring NAD+: Is It Really a Key to Longevity?
Although our NAD+ levels drop as we age, actively maintaining optimum levels through various pathways may be associated with longevity.
A Comprehensive Guide to Choosing the Right Protein Powder (If Needed)
Selecting a protein powder can be challenging—your lifestyle and nutritional needs, and the types and qualities of various products weigh in.
Anti-Inflammatory Diet May Reduce Dementia Risk by Up to a Third: Study
A recent study explores the relationship between diet and dementia within the context of cardiometabolic diseases.
New Study Explores How Food Choices Shape Mental Health
The health of our minds and bodies reflects what foods we choose to nourish them with.
