Food & Hydration
Sugary Drinks and Hair Loss
Research reveals a possible link between drinking sugar-sweetened beverages—such as sodas and sports drinks—and hair loss.
Are Students Too Buzzed on Energy Drinks?
Reliance on energy drinks was found to be strongly associated with drug, alcohol and tobacco use in undergraduate students.
High-Sugar Food and Brain Activity
Researchers have demonstrated that foods with high sugar and fat content such as sweets and fried foods alter our brain activity.
Mycoprotein for Muscle Growth
A diet rich in mycoprotein produced similar muscle-building results as deits containing protein from meat.
Reducing Dietary Salt Consumption
A WHO report emphasizes the need for reducing dietary salt consumption to save the lives of about 7 million people worldwide.
A Look at Dairy-Free Yogurt
The market for dairy-free yogurt has exploded. But are these moo-free versions any healthier than the traditional cultured dairy?
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.
Labeling Nondairy Milk Alternatives
The dairy industry has long argued that nondairy milk concoctions made from plant material should not be allowed to be labeled as milk.
5 Affordable Plant-Based Proteins to Meal Prep
Here’s how to help educate your clients on plant-based proteins and get creative with them in the kitchen.
Mercury in Tuna
Canned tuna is a cheap protein source for many Americans but an investigation has found “unpredictable” spikes of mercury in some cans.
Microbiome and Weight Gain
Researchers discovered a link between the composition of the gut microbiome and weight gain due to energy extraction.
Decaf May Help With Caffeine Withdrawal
A cup of decaffeinated coffee may be able to alleviate the unpleasant symptoms of caffeine withdrawal if it tastes like the real stuff.
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.
Is Eight Glasses of Water Correct?
The often-cited recommendation to drink eight glasses of water a day is likely wrong for most people, according to updated research.