Foods High in Vitamin A
Vitamin A is essential for a number of physiological conditions. It’s important for vision, immune, and reproductive …
Foods High in Vitamin K
Vitamin K is an essential vitamin that plays a vital role in blood clotting. Getting enough helps improve heart health …
Foods High in Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
Vitamin B12 (cobalamin) serves as a cofactor for numerous enzymes, which makes it vital for maintaining brain and …
Foods High in Potassium
Potassium is an essential mineral with roles in a wide variety of life-sustaining processes. It has a protective effect …
Foods High in Zinc
Zinc is an essential mineral with important roles in immune function and reproduction, along with delivering numerous …
Foods High in Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant important for immune function, along with delivering numerous other health benefits, …
Foods High in Vitamin D
Vitamin D plays a role in diverse functions. It’s important for protecting against chronic diseases, along with …
Foods High in Calcium
Calcium is a major structural component of bones and teeth, and an important electrolyte. It’s important for bone …
Foods High in Iron
Iron is an essential mineral required for the metabolism of all living organisms. It plays an important role in …
Foods High in Magnesium
Magnesium is an essential mineral needed by every cell in the body. It’s important for bone health and heart health, …
Plant Protein vs. Animal Protein
When we're talking about protein as a nutrient, it doesn't matter if your protein consumption comes from animal foods or …
Is Organic Food Better for You?
No, organic foods are not better for you! Research shows that organic and conventionally grown foods are equivalent …
Misinformation about Nutrients
Today let’s discuss the importance of critical thinking and skepticism when evaluating nutrition information.I emphasize …
Sugar and Sweeteners: Everything You Need to Know
Today let’s discuss the potential health risks associated with consuming non-nutritive sweeteners and sugar. I agreed …
Why Everyone is Told to Supplement and Why That’s a Problem
Today let’s discuss the challenges of making informed food choices in a society with conflicting nutrition advice. I …
Are These Vegetables Bad for Thyroid Health?
Today let’s discuss the benefits of consuming cruciferous vegetables, both raw and cooked. I highlight their cancer and …
Low FODMAP Diets for Gut Health?
Today let’s discuss the low FODMAP diet as a popular solution for gut health issues. While the diet can alleviate …
What Foods Have the Same Nutrients as Bananas?
Looking to reap the nutritional benefits associated with bananas, but don’t enjoy eating them or can’t have them due to …
What Foods Have the Same Nutrients as Beets?
Looking to reap the nutritional benefits associated with beets, but don’t enjoy eating them or can’t have them due to an …
What Foods Have the Same Nutrients as Kale?
Looking to reap the health benefits associated with kale, but don’t like eating it or can’t have it due to an allergy? …
The Selenium Health Benefit
Today let’s discuss the science behind mercury poisoning, focusing on the organic form (methyl mercury) and its effects …
What Foods Have the Same Nutrients as Bell Peppers?
Looking to reap the nutritional benefits associated with bell peppers, but don’t enjoy eating them or can’t have them …
What You Need to Know About GMOs
Today let’s discuss the safety and understanding of genetic modification in food production. I explained how genetic …
What Foods Have the Same Nutrients as Citrus Fruits?
Looking to reap the health benefits associated with citrus fruits, but don’t have access to quality citrus or can’t have …