Food & Hydration
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.
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.
Agriculture Revenue Is Low
If you are a farmer, you make 7 cents on the dollar for the food you are producing, according to statistics on agriculture revenue.
Tackling Hunger in America
The Biden-Harris Administration hosted a conference to outline changes needed to end hunger in America and increase healthy eating.
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.
Ultraprocessed Foods Versus the Planet
It’s not just our health that suffers when ultraprocessed foods are consumed too liberally, but also the health of our planet.
Time-Restricted Eating and HIIT
A study finds that combining time-restricted eating and HIIT is more effective at improving cardiometabolic health than either approach alone.
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.
