Nutrition Archive - Page 120 of 160

Is Coconut Sugar Good for You?

We can give thanks to the coconut tree for the numerous healthy products it yields: coconut water, desiccated coconut flakes, coconut vinegar and wine and, many people's personal favorite, coconut oil. Now meet coconut sugar. The ...

1,200 Calorie Diet Meal Plan: Learn the Benefits vs. Risks

When you put aside the fad diets, macronutrients and meal plans, weight loss comes down to one simple rule: Eat fewer calories than you burn. This is the main premise of the 1,200 calorie diet, ...

Nicotinamide Riboside: Effective Anti-Aging Supplement or Hype?

Nicotinamide riboside (NR), a newly discovered form of vitamin B3, is getting a lot of attention recently. It's being touted as an anti-aging vitamin because of its ability to raise NAD+ levels, a coenzyme that ...

Top 7 Sour Cream Substitute Options & How to Use Them

Sour cream is used in so many classic dishes, but what if you don't like it or for, one reason or another, you just can't eat it? That's when you need to find a sour ...

Parsley Benefits for Immunity, Digestion & More

You probably recognize parsley as a familiar fresh or dried herb, but you may not know that it can prove to be a boon to your health. Many cultures use it not only to add ...

Microbial Protein: A More Sustainable Vegan Protein or All Hype?

Hidden deep within the volcanic springs of Yellowstone National Park is a powerful microbial protein that could be the next big plant-based product to hit supermarket shelves. While it may sound too good to be true, ...

Best 6 Types of Cancer-Fighting Drinks

Ask any expert, "What are the best ways to fight cancer?", and you'll likely be told advice such as to eat a healthy diet, exercise and avoid smoking. You're probably aware of the protective effects that ...

How to Use Grapeseed Oil for Hair Growth

Natural plant oils, including grapeseed oil, are now one of the most popular hair products on the market, thanks to their ability to tackle multiple hair needs. Curious about using grapeseed oil for your hair due ...

Safflower Oil for Skin and Beyond: Benefits, Uses and Side Effects

Safflower is considered to be one of the oldest crops in existence, with roots tracing all the way back to Ancient Egypt and Greece. Today, the safflower plant remains an important part of the food ...

Are Sugar Alcohols Good or Bad for You?

With more people watching their sugar intake — due to factors including the growing incidence of diabetes, plus the popularity of low-carb diets such as the keto diet — use of sugar substitutes, including sugar ...