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New study ranks: These are the most nutritious foods in the world

BY DR. DALIT DREMAN-MEDINA — Sun, 20 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT

A new rating method has ranked the healthiest and worst foods. No less importantly, it showed that not all fruits and vegetables are equally nutritious.

Could Ozempic make the Yom Kippur fast easier? Here’s what researchers found

BY JERUSALEM POST STAFF — Sat, 19 Sep 2026 22:43:59 GMT

In an August Hadassah Magazine article, a 46-year-old New York mother identified as Beth described getting through Yom Kippur services without thinking about food after starting a GLP-1 medication.

Dr. Maya Rosman reveals what you must know about beets

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Thu, 10 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT

No matter how you choose to eat it, beetroot is an excellent addition to the menu: It lowers blood pressure, aids digestion, and is low in calories, but is not a source of iron.

What you must know about taking magnesium

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Considering taking a magnesium supplement? A mix of several types is usually a marketing gimmick. Dr. Maya Rosman explains what is important to check before starting to take one.

Carrots – and the secrets revealed | Dr. Maya Rosman

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Sun, 06 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Carrot juice is perceived as a healthy diet drink, but in practice it is a sugar bomb and liquid calories without dietary fiber. Dr. Rosman recommends chewing a whole carrot rather than drinking it.

Many combine cheese, but does the vegetable steal calcium? | Dr. Maya Rosman

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Spinach with cheese seems like a healthy combination, but does it harm calcium absorption, and what happens when several cheeses are combined together? Dr. Maya Rosman dispels myths.

Israel is failing to provide food security, leaving thousands of NGOs to fill the gaps - study

BY JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH — Sat, 29 Aug 2026 07:41:20 GMT

A new study reveals a vast but fragmented food-aid system, raising questions about the government’s responsibility to ensure food security.

Want to lose weight? This supplement won't do the job for you

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Mon, 24 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

L-carnitine is marketed as a natural fat burner, but evidence for weight loss is limited. Its breakdown in the gut may also produce a substance linked to increased heart risk.

The mineral meant to strengthen the body: When does the popular supplement do the exact opposite?

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Wed, 19 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Zinc has become one of the most sought-after supplements in Israel, mainly around colds, coughs and transition seasons. But prolonged intake in high doses can create problems.

Spicy food is popular in Israel – but it could cost you your health

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Tue, 18 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Hot pepper contains capsaicin, a substance that creates a strong burning sensation. Extreme eating, online challenges, or consumption of especially hot peppers could lead to severe symptoms.

All the health reasons to include cauliflower in your menu

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

A short nutritional guide, the truth about the effect of the cruciferous family on the thyroid gland, and a quick and easy recipe for unlimited cauliflower rice.

Dr. Maya Rosman surprises: This is the only way to eat rice cakes

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Wed, 12 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Contrary to what everyone thinks, rice cakes are really not the answer to a nutritious diet. So what is their problematic trait, why aren't they satisfying, and how should they be eaten correctly?

Can children have a serious allergic reaction just by touching food? Israeli study says no

BY JUDY SIEGEL-ITZKOVICH — Sat, 08 Aug 2026 07:46:42 GMT

Findings from a recent study by experts at Rambam Health Care Campus in Haifa offer reassuring, evidence-based guidance that can help ease unnecessary food allergies anxiety.

Eating almond butter by the spoonful? Dr. Maya Rosman has something important you should know

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Thu, 06 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Nut, almond, and seed butters are considered foods rich in important nutritional components. So why is it still worth paying attention to quantities, and is homemade spread better than store-bought?

Healthy smoothie that looks innocent – could quickly become a medical problem

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Sun, 02 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT

A green smoothie has become the new symbol of health, but for people with a tendency toward kidney stones, it could pose a problem.

Coffee with olive oil – the truth is revealed

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Wed, 29 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Olive oil is the king of the Mediterranean diet, but combining it with coffee will not balance hormones or burn fat. A sober look at the viral trend and marketing promises during menopause.

Dietitian explains: There is a reason you crave more carbohydrates right now

BY LENA HARMATZ, CLINICAL DIETITIAN — Wed, 22 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

The heavy heat, humidity, and time spent outdoors drain our energy reserves and can affect our dietary preferences. This is how you will nutritionally survive the summer.

New study reveals: The solution to microplastics is hidden in fermented cabbage

BY MAARIV ONLINE — Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

In recent years, public awareness of the dangers inherent in exposure to microplastics has been growing – and a new study shows that the solution could come from the trendy and tasty Korean dish.

Just seeing the sandwich – and the digestive system already starts to work

BY NAVA ROZENFELD — Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Stomach aches, heartburn, rumbling, and a feeling of heaviness are not always coincidental. This is how the digestive system starts working even before the first bite.

What happened to the brains of people who ate an avocado every day for half a year?

BY WALLA! HEALTH — Thu, 16 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Avocados are considered one of the healthiest foods, but when researchers examined whether eating them daily improves brain function, the results managed to surprise even them.

Dr. Maya Rosman recommends this summer fruit

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:01 GMT

They are beautiful and delicious, but also healthy. This is what cherries can do for your health.

How much calcium should you take in supplements? This is the answer | Dr. Maya Rosman

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Why is it recommended to prefer calcium from food, how do high doses affect blood vessels, and how to correctly calculate daily intake to protect bones without taking risks?

Foods that will protect facial skin

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Vitamin E is not a substitute for sunscreen, a hat, or avoiding excessive sun exposure. But it is indeed part of the body's natural defense system. Here is how to consume enough of it.

The debate over tomatoes: But their secret is being revealed | Dr. Maya Rosman

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Wed, 08 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Meet lycopene: The powerful antioxidant that protects the heart and skin, and why olive oil and cooking actually upgrade its absorption in the body.

Kim Kardashian takes 35 dietary supplements a day. Is it even healthy?

BY WALLA! HEALTH — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Nutrition and health experts warn: Excess vitamins and minerals can burden the body, impair the absorption of essential components, and even cause side effects.

Capsules, instant, decaf, or ground – which coffee is healthier?

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Tue, 07 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

Does the method of coffee preparation have a health impact on us? And also – what is considered the healthiest of all?

The sign on the favorite vegetable that indicates danger

BY DR. ITAY GAL — Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

It is one of the most basic foods in the Israeli kitchen, but when the well–known green sign appears on it – it is no longer an innocent food, and it can cause nausea and neurological symptoms.

Which fish have the most omega-3 and what are the plant-based substitutes?

BY DR. MAYA ROSMAN — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 11:00:00 GMT

Although there are plenty of fish in the sea, they are not all identical. Dr. Maya Rozman clears things up regarding omega-3 consumption – and where to get it.

Eating this 3 times a week? The risk of diabetes could skyrocket by 20%

BY WALLA! HEALTH — Sun, 05 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT

A massive study spanning nearly 40 years found that eating french fries three times a week could raise the risk of type 2 diabetes by 20%.

The simple addition to any meal that may help against viruses, illnesses – and also cancer

BY MAARIV ONLINE — Thu, 02 Jul 2026 15:00:00 GMT

There are quite a few herbs in your kitchen packed with vitamins, essential nutrients, and compounds that help fight cancer and heart disease.