Nutrition Archive - Page 31 of 160

Anthocyanin Benefits the Brain, Eyes and Immune System

Anthocyanins are just one of the more than 6,000 different types of flavonoid polyphenol phytonutrients. Other types that have similar properties to anthocyanin include flavanols, flavones, flavanones, flavan-3-ols and isoflavones. The reason we hear more about ...

Sea Salt vs. Table Salt: Benefits, Types, Uses, Side Effects and More

Salt, including sea salt, has been used as a natural flavoring agent for thousands of years, and it’s so vital to our existence that a portion of our tongues is even designated to taste saltiness. However, ...

6-Step Checklist to Avoid the Worst Ingredients in Food

Exercise and keeping an eye on daily calorie intake go a long way in keeping you healthy, but to truly protect your well-being, you need to start actively avoiding the worst ingredients hiding out in ...

30 Crockpot Chicken Recipes for Easy, Delicious Meals or Snacks

When busy days call for easy meals, turning to crockpot recipes is a great idea, and chicken crockpot recipes are especially easy to make in a slow cooker. While it's often used as a way ...

Vitamin B12 Deficiency Symptoms and How to Prevent and Overcome Low Vitamin B12

It’s estimated that up to 15 percent to 20 percent of all adults are at least marginally deficient in vitamin B12 (also called cobalamin). Some experts believe this number may actually be a lot higher, ...

Plantains: 7 Reasons to Add to Your Diet (No. 5 Will Make You Think)

Although not a staple food in the United States, plantains have a rich history, with references to the fruit dating back more than 2,500 years ago. There are even mentions of the plantain in Ancient ...

Almond Oil Benefits for Dry Skin, Eczema, Stretch Marks and More

Almond oil: Your skin needs it. Your heart needs it. Even your colon needs it! Almond oil takes the mighty, nutrition-rich almond and transforms it into a powerful oil with incredible benefits. Though there are two main kinds ...

Pear Nutrition: Surprising Immune & Antioxidant Benefits

In the United States alone, there are more than 10 varieties of pears grown throughout the year. Each has its own distinctive color, flavor, texture and culinary uses, and would you believe that worldwide it's ...

How Much Protein in an Egg? Plus Foods with More

There's no doubt that eggs are a great source of several important vitamins and minerals. They are also one of the best high-protein foods available, although how much protein in an egg can range based ...

Top 28 Supplements and Vitamins for Energy

Vitamins and minerals play vital roles in supporting the body's energy production and overall vitality. These essential nutrients are involved in various metabolic processes, helping convert carbohydrates, fats and proteins into usable energy. From B ...