Nutrition Archive - Page 57 of 152

The Iodine Deficiency Epidemic — How to Prevent & Treat It for Your Health

Did you know that iodine deficiency "is one of the most common nutrient deficiencies and is estimated to affect 35–45% of the world’s population," according to research published in 2022, or that it's "estimated to ...

Saw Palmetto Benefits for the Prostate and Hair Loss

Saw palmetto benefits have been known for a long time. In fact, the saw palmetto plant was used for medicine by the Native Americans of the Southeastern U.S., and in the early 20th century, men ...

11 Proven Manuka Honey Benefits and Uses

Because it's one of nature’s richest antimicrobial sources, Manuka is somewhat different than other honey, as it's used primarily for its medicinal benefits. What is so special about Manuka honey that makes it worth seeking out? ...

Is Carrageenan Bad for Your Health? What Are Safer Alternatives?

Carrageenan is literally everywhere. It is virtually impossible to find a grocery store that doesn't sell products that include it as an additive. Even the natural food stores are full of it. You can find it in ...

Erythritol: Is This ‘Healthy’ Sweetener the Real Deal?

Erythritol is now one of the most popular “natural” zero-calorie sweeteners available. What is erythritol exactly, and is it safe to consume on a regular basis? Because it’s seemingly less problematic than the controversial artificial sweetener ...

Xylitol Benefits vs. Dangers for This Popular Sugar Substitute

If reading food labels is part of your shopping experience, you may have come across the mysterious ingredient called xylitol. What is xylitol exactly, and is it good for you? Although it's reported by manufactures as ...

How to Detox Your Body: 8 Steps, Including Best Foods

Turn on the television, flip through a magazine or open your internet browser and you're bound to hear about a new detox diet or juice cleanse being peddled, likely accompanied by an outrageous price tag ...

Top Activated Charcoal Uses & Benefits, Plus Potential Side Effects

Have you heard about the health benefits of activated charcoal? Although there is some confusion and skepticism out there about its safety and efficacy, activated charcoal that comes from a natural source is not only ...

19 High-Protein Foods for Weight Loss, Satiety and Muscle Gain

Did you know that your organs, tissues, muscles and hormones are all made from proteins? It's true, and high-protein foods, which supply nutrients that are used by every part of the body to develop, grow ...

Sole Fish: 4 Reasons to Avoid This Flatfish & Healthier Alternatives

Although there are plenty of topics that nutritionists and health care professionals tend to disagree upon, the health benefits of fish are pretty much universally recognized and accepted across the board. While it may be ...