The Great Protein Fiasco
The field of nutrition got human protein requirements spectacularly wrong, leading to a massive recalculation. New subscribers to … source
Potential Vitamin and Mineral Deficiency Risks on a Vegan Diet
Vegan diet deficiency risks: What is the best way to get the nutrients of concern on a plant-based diet? For a cheat sheet of all of … source
Do Vitamin B12 Supplements Cause Acne?
Should there be concerns around B12 and acne? Acne can be triggered in one in ten people who get vitamin B12 injections. source
BPA on Receipts: Getting Under Our Skin
Using skin lotion or hand sanitizer before touching thermal paper (cash register receipts and printed tickets) can facilitate the … source
Does Bovine Insulin in Milk Trigger Type 1 Diabetes?
Is it the casein or the cow insulin that explains the link between milk consumption and the development of type I diabetes? source
Maternal Diet May Affect Stress Responses in Children
Single meals can affect testosterone and cortisol (stress hormone) levels. Some foods eaten regularly during pregnancy may even … source
Flame Retardant Pollutants and Child Development
PBDE fire retardant chemicals in the food supply may contribute to attention and cognitive deficits in children. New subscribers to … source
Wakame Seaweed Salad May Lower Blood Pressure
Seaweed salad is put to the test for hypertension. New subscribers to our e-newsletter always receive a free gift. Get yours here: … source
The Best Type of Vitamin B12: Cyanocobalamin or Methylcobalamin?
Cyanocobalamin versus methylcobalamin: For prevention and treatment of vitamin B12 deficiency, cyanocobalamin in chewable, … source
The Optimal Dose of Vitamin D Based on Natural Levels
Why do some recommend thousands of units of supplemental vitamin D when the Institute of Medicine set the recommended daily … source