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Let's Talk About Mung Bean Protein
Researchers have discovered that mung bean protein isolate is a source of angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitor activity that helps to lower blood pressure...
Let's Talk About Pea Protein
We’re hearing a lot about the benefits of plant sources of protein...
Do Skinny Genes Mean Skinny Jeans?
If you’re looking for the latest "miracle" diet, look no further than the Sirtfood Diet. Promoted by Adele as the eating plan that helped her lose the baby weight, the diet certainly sounds enticing...
Magnesium 101
What exactly is magnesium, and what role does it play in your diet?
Get Enough Zinc, Iron, and B12 Each Day
Now that we've established that it’s important to focus on three individual nutrients that are more prevalent in animal products (zinc, iron, and vitamin B12) when eating a plant-based diet, it's time to look at ways to get enough of these nutrients.
Improve Immunity with Food, Not Probiotic Supplements
High-fiber foods may be more powerful for immune function than probiotic supplements...
New Guidance on Baby Aspirin for Adults
Taking a baby aspirin for prevention of heart disease has been suggested for years until just recently. Baby aspirin is affordable and accessible, but is it still advised?
Meet Matcha!
The first time I saw matcha, I was entranced by the vibrant green color and intrigued about the possible health benefits...
How to Get Enough Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Good Health
Now that we know omega-3 fatty acids are key to good health, let's explore how to get them through our eating patterns...
Omega-3 Fatty Acids and Immunity
The impact of omega-3s on the immune system has been investigated for decades and highlights a relationship between omega-3s, stress, our immune systems, and health...
Sources of Vitamin A: Food vs Supplements
Niacin Ineffective for Reducing CVD
High-Dose Vitamin D is Bad for the Bones
Those taking high doses of vitamin D well in excess of current RDA levels actually tend to have more bone fractures, fall more frequently, sleep less well, and die sooner than those with lower levels...
Which Source of Vitamin D Works Best for You?
How exactly can you get enough vitamin D, and which sources will be best for you?
The Health Impact of Vitamin D
Start Simple: A New Choose MyPlate Tool
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be difficult, expensive, or time-consuming and can lead to a longer and healthier life.
Supplements Failed to Improve Mood
Does Ratio of Energy Macronutrients Promote Obesity?
The ratio of FAT/PRO/CHO independent of other dietary factors or calorie intake appears to have very little or no impact on the risk of developing obesity and/or successful weight loss and control...
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