Longevity

Pomegranate at the Persian table and in Persian tradition — and what modern research has actually looked at in the fruit, its juice, and its extracts.

Walnuts are the one common nut rich in plant omega-3s — and a Persian kitchen staple. Here's what the research actually tested, and how walnuts are really eaten.

A clear, evidence-based food list for protecting your heart — drawn from Mediterranean and traditional ways of eating that have stood the test of time.

Ways of eating that quietly add years — and quality of life — drawn from the longest-lived populations on earth.

Beyond the old '8 glasses' rule — practical guidance on how much to drink, electrolytes, and how to make water more interesting.

The most-studied way of eating in the world — and what it actually looks like on your daily plate.

How the seasons subtly shape what your body needs — practical Persian-medicine-informed tips for each one.

Cutting through 'superfood' marketing to focus on the foods with the strongest evidence for reducing chronic inflammation.