Every month, we publish around eight new videos, four Friday Favorites, eight blogs, and four podcasts on NutritionFacts.org. We are bursting at the seams with all sorts of health and nutrition info that we don’t want you to miss, so we wanted to wrap up the juiciest bits into a nice, bite-sized blog as an…
What is the relationship between the consumption of eggs and other cholesterol-rich foods and cancers of the colon, breast, endometrium, pancreas, and throat? In 1969, a correlation analysis was performed by a Dr. Gregor—no relation, and he spelled it wrong—and his colleagues. They found a rather tight correlation between animal protein intake and intestinal cancer…
Dozens of lipsticks and lip glosses are put to the test. “Over the past years, using cosmetic products has increased worldwide at an alarming rate due to unending pursuit for individual beautification…” There’s nothing necessarily wrong with that unless cosmetic products contain ingredients that may be linked to disease—ingredients such as toxic heavy metals like…
Most Americans get less than half the recommended minimum daily fiber intake, which is problematic as the benefits of fiber go way beyond bowel regularity. “Hippocrates, the father of western medicine, believed that all disease begins in the gut.” Of course, he also thought women were hysterical because of their “wandering uterus.” So much for…
This amazing Herb Tahini Dressing will add so much flavor to your next salad or grain bowl. Our core belief here is that balanced eating should be both nutrient-dense and delicious-dense! One of the unique elements in our Foundational Five system for creating balanced meals is the Flavor Factor, which is all about adding ingredients…
Use these mindful eating journal prompts and reflection questions to assess your current relationship with food. Mindful eating is all about finding what works for your unique body. It’s about tapping into your body’s cues, your personal wants, likes, and dislikes. It’s about getting to know your habits and tendencies in a compassionate way so…
Do your current eating habits make you want to change your relationship with food? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Keep reading to learn 5 steps you can take to heal your relationship with food. Our life experiences shape our current relationships with food. Maybe you picked up some habits from your parents,…
Dark chocolate avocado mousse has a unique main ingredient to use in desserts, avocado! This is a dairy-free mousse with all the great qualities of a traditional mousse — it’s thick, creamy, velvety, rich in flavor, and pairs perfectly with ripe fruit. It’s a good source of fat, fiber, and micronutrients in comparison to most…
Are you constantly yo-yo dieting? Where you always trying the newest diet or trend? Keep reading to learn how to stop dieting for good. It’s so easy to get caught up in the diet cycle. They’re satisfying because they allow for little to no ambiguity, and they’re addicting because they give you quick, fast results.…
Short on time? Looking for a way to pack more nutrients into your day? These healthy smoothie recipes are the perfect solution! What Goes Into Healthy Smoothie Recipes? Smoothies are such a great way to get a nutrient-dense meal! They’re packed with vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. But unfortunately, not all smoothies are created equal.…