Nutrition Archive - Page 79 of 160

What Is Methionine? Benefits and Top Food Sources

You know all about protein foods, but did you know there's something in most of them that can fight disease, build bones and support the liver? It's called l-methionine, or just methionine. Methionine provides an important role ...

Surprising Foods with Gluten (Be Wary of the “Gluten-Free” Label!)

In a Gallup survey conducted in 2015, 20 percent of Americans said they tried to include gluten-free foods in their diets, and according to Forbes, the number of people following gluten-free diets tripled between 2009 ...

Aloe Vera Benefits for Skin, Constipation & More

Did you know that the manufacturing of aloe vera extracts is one of the largest botanical industries in the world? In the U.S., it has found widespread use in the cosmetic, pharmaceutical and food industries. If you walk down ...

Bacopa: The Brain-Boosting Alternative Treatment to Psychotropic Drugs

What if I told you there was a plant used to treat memory and brain-related disorders for thousands of years — a plant thought to be so beneficial to the mind that it's been a ...

Exploring Blue Spirulina: A Vibrant Natural Food Coloring Agent & Antioxidant-Rich Extract

In recent years, there has been a growing interest in natural and healthy alternatives to artificial food colorings and additives. Among the remarkable discoveries in this realm is blue spirulina, an extract derived from a ...

Is a DHEA Supplement Right for You?

When it comes to DHEA and DHEA supplements, you may immediately think of bodybuilders. That's because DHEA (technically, dehydroepiandrosterone) is considered a "pro-hormone" tied to longevity, lean muscle mass and a strong body. But DHEA's uses ...

Arsenic Poisoning: Foods and Drinks Impacted, Plus How to Avoid

Arsenic poisoning is probably the last thing on your mind when you're feeding a baby or diving into a stir-fry dish. Scientists are now saying, though, that the issue needs to be on your radar, ...

Comfrey Herb to Soothe Muscles, Joints & Skin

For those familiar with natural medicine and chronic pain, comfrey is likely on your list of remedies. This herb has been used for centuries to treat a variety of pain- and inflammation-related issues. Among its clinical ...

Taurine Benefits for Athletic Performance & Heart Disease

Taurine is a key amino acid involved in nearly every aspect of health, from heart health to brain function and beyond. In fact, animal research published in June 2023 even linked this amino acid to ...

Tapioca Flour: The Best ‘Performing’ Gluten-Free Flour?

With the rise in popularity of gluten-free baking, tapioca flour has become a staple for many people. Because cassava roots, from which tapioca is derived, are naturally very high in carbohydrates, tapioca starch is able ...