Keto diets: weighing risks and benefits
A review study led by Lee Crosby and published in Frontiers in Nutrition offers a comprehensive examination of the ketogenic (keto) diet and its...
Foods to sidestep for acid reflux
If you've ever felt a burning sensation in your chest or throat after eating, you've likely had a brush with acid reflux.
Sometimes, it might...
Boost your blood: iron-rich foods to fight anemia
Anemia is a condition where your body doesn't have enough red blood cells to do its job properly. Think of red blood cells as...
Gut feeling: how your stomach talks to your brain
You know that saying, "gut feeling"? Turns out, it's not just a phrase people use when they're trying to make a decision.
Your gut, the...
Foods that may boost fertility in men and women
The Big Picture: Fertility and Food
When it comes to starting a family, there’s often a lot of focus on medical tests and treatments. But...
Eating right with PCOS: how nutrition can make a difference
What is PCOS and Why Does Nutrition Matter?
Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) affects many women and is known for causing problems like irregular periods, weight...
How going vegan may lift your mood
You've probably heard the term "vegan" more often in the past few years. From celebrities to your neighbor, it seems like everyone's giving plant-based...
How ditching gluten helps manage celiac disease
You've probably heard the term "gluten-free" tossed around a lot lately. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, barley, and rye.
While it's okay for...
How anti-inflammatory foods can help beat arthritis
Arthritis isn't just one disease. It's actually a way to describe over 100 different conditions that affect joints, the places where bones meet in...
The sunshine vitamin could boost your immune system function
Vitamin D is often called the "sunshine vitamin." Why? Because our skin makes it when it’s exposed to sunlight.
This vitamin has been the talk...