Nutrients
Gut Microbiome Composition Tied to Athletic Performance
Gut microbiome health is everywhere and for good reason! It can even have an impact on your physical or athletic performance.
Eating more nitrate-rich veggies can improve brain health
What’s a nitrate and why do you need it? Eating more nitrate-rich veggies can improve brain health. Find out which vegetables are best.
Want a healthier diet that still tastes great? Go bigger on spices and herbs.
Grab those herbs and spices! Research shows it’s possible to maintain flavor without the excess of saturated fat, sugar and salt.
Nutrients in Leafy Greens
According to a study that measured nutrient density, the top five foods with the highest nutrients were all leafy greens.
A New Study on Protein Timing
A study challenges the persistent narrative around protein timing that extra grams of protein consumed over a certain amount go to waste.
Eating Comfort Food for Stress Increases Cravings
When people combine stress with calorie-dense “comfort food”, it can spark brain changes that heighten cravings for poor-quality foods.
Should More Cities Increase Taxes on Sugary Drinks?
One way to stem the flow of sweetened drinks appears to simply make them more costly by increasing taxes on sugary drinks.
Buy or Bye: Kefir
From a nutritional perspective, few dairy products can stand up to kefir, making it a smart buy. Let’s explore why.
Mycoprotein for Muscle Growth
A diet rich in mycoprotein produced similar muscle-building results as deits containing protein from meat.
A Protein Primer
The nutraceutical effect of protein makes amino acids build up in muscle, which may help improve recovery-adaptation from exercise.
Himalayan Pink Salt: Buy or Bye?
Since people perceive Himalayan pink salt to be less processed than table salt, it’s widely touted as a superior option.
Saturated Fat in Dairy and Heart Health
The nutritional makeup of dairy might make their saturated fat less harmful to health than the saturated fat you’d find in a hamburger.
What Is Your Gut Telling You About Your Nutrition?
We are often told to “listen to our gut” to guide us in making wise decisions. Our gut, often referred to as the “second brain,” is not just responsible for…
Term of the Day: Protein Leverage Hypothesis
The protein leverage hypothesis says that we are naturally driven to seek out protein and keep eating until our daily protein needs are met.
Bye or Buy? Avocado Oil
Avocado oil is gaining steam as a favorite liquid fat in kitchens. It’s the natural oil pressed from the pulp of avocado fruit.
Nutrients in Plant-Based Milks
Research shows if consumers are concerned about getting enough of certain nutrients from plant-based milks, some may be better than others.
Bye or Buy? Kimchi Nutrition
American chefs have even featured kimchi on burgers and grilled cheese, so let’s take a look at kimchi nutrition.
Plant Protein to Build Muscle
When it comes to building muscle, plant protein has been considered inferior. But we’re learning that this might not be the case.
Where’s the Iodine?
Rates of mild-to-moderate iodine deficiency are not only common but also appear to be increasing, despite a salt-iodization program.
