Tannins
Tannins receive considerable attention as “anti-nutrients;” however, tannins may benefit human health. Read more…
The Emerging Science of Hydration: Definition, Assessment, Toxicity, and Sources
Water is imperative to human survival, yet dehydration, or the disproportionate loss of fluids relative to what is ingested, is prevalent. Read more…
Blue-Purple Plant Foods and the Brain: The Role of Anthocyanins
Blue and purple plant foods are rich in antioxidants, especially those that act to protect the brain and nervous system from oxidative stress and inflammation caused by free radical damage. Read more…
The Gut-Muscle Axis: Understanding the Role of Nutrition
Emerging research suggests that muscle is more than bulk. Skeletal muscles are involved in numerous metabolic pathways. Read more…
The Many Meanings of Food Combining
Food combining is a loose term that has circulated within some nutrition and diet circles to suggest that the best results come when certain foods are eaten together. Read more…
What You Need to Know About the Carnivore Diet
There is no shortage of different approaches to nutrition and the best ways to achieve optimal health through food. Read more…
