NUTRITION

The popular sweetener found in protein bars has been linked to stroke, a risk of blood clots

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The popular sweetener found in protein bars has been linked to stroke, a risk of blood clots

The health food industry has rushed over the past decade to include so-called sugar alcohols in everything from protein bars to zero-sugar energy drinks to guilt-free desserts—and with some justification. Unlike previous generations of artificial sweeteners, sugar alcohols are naturally occurring, low-calorie alternatives that the human body can metabolize without incurring various potentially deadly and … Read more

Do peptides improve athletic performance? A nutritionist explains the science

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Do peptides improve athletic performance? A nutritionist explains the science

Peptides are widely marketed as a sort of “holy grail” for athletic recovery and physical performance. You may have seen ads online that claim these supplements can significantly increase muscle growth, eliminate joint pain, and speed up recovery times. As the prevalence of joint-related issues such as osteoarthritis increases, many people are also turning to … Read more

The ‘consciousness effect’: Beware of keto diet myths that can cause serious issues

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The 'consciousness effect': Beware of keto diet myths that can cause serious issues

Holy weight loss, Batman! Spend enough time scrolling through keto diet or weight loss Reddit threads and you’ll come across “the buzz” — an effect many dieters describe as a sudden but noticeable drop in pounds. Doctors and nutritionists have already rejected this idea, although the consciousness effect is not completely flim-flam. However, diets aimed … Read more

Mark Cuban reveals his “hateful” 3-ingredient meal that contains 25g of protein

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Mark Cuban speaks on the microphone at SXSW.

Sounds like a very rude fish. Billionaire entrepreneur Mark Cuban may be known for his bold business moves, but his latest foodie confession made even his 16-year-old son run away from the kitchen. During an appearance on Robin Arzon’s “Project Swagger” podcast by South, the former “Shark Tank” star called the three-ingredient diet “nasty” but … Read more

5 canned foods that can help you age better

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Reviewed by Dietitian Katey Davidson, M.Sc.FN, RD, CPT Credit: Getty Images. Good food design. Key words Canned foods provide important nutrients for heart, brain, muscle and skin health. Beans, tomatoes, fish, peaches and beets support healthy aging for any budget. Stocking your pantry with these staples makes nutritious meals simple and easy. Botox can help … Read more

Forget expensive supplements, these foods help your body produce collagen

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Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, responsible for keeping skin firm, joints flexible, and bones strong. As we age, natural collagen production slows down, leading to wrinkles, weak joints, and slow recovery. good news Certain foods can help your body produce more collagen naturally. Packed with amino acids, vitamins and minerals, these foods support your body's ability to maintain healthy connective tissue.

Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body, responsible for keeping skin firm, joints flexible, and bones strong. As we age, natural collagen production slows down, leading to wrinkles, weak joints, and slow recovery. good news Certain foods can help your body produce more collagen naturally. Packed with amino acids, vitamins and minerals, … Read more

Creatine brand health startup raises $20 million in fresh funding

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Creatine + Electrolyte Mix bag on the countertop

Create Wellness on Monday launched Creatine + Electrolyte Mix, available on Create’s website, Amazon, and in-store exclusively at Target. Create prosperity Create Wellness, the creatine gummy supplement brand, has raised $20 million in new funding amid a long-term rise in the American fitness and muscle building supplement market. The round was led by Allied Consumer … Read more

Corn tortillas in California must now contain folic acid. Other states are looking at it CNN

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The corn tortillas are housed inside La Gloria Mexican Foods, one of the oldest tortilla factories in the city.

Fifteen years after she lost her first child to a rare and devastating birth defect, Andrea Lopez takes comfort in knowing that other Latina mothers may finally be able to avoid the same pain. In January, California became the first state to require food manufacturers to add folic acid, an important vitamin, to corn masa … Read more

Healthy competition: Qara Creatine sets sights on premium market chaos

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Healthy competition: Qara Creatine sets sights on premium market chaos

Officially launching at Vitafoods Europe in May, Qara Creatine is entering the European market with the aim of providing an alternative to what it describes as a “premium creatine alternative”. The brand, based in the Netherlands, is the brainchild of nutrition entrepreneurs Michael Hacking and Eric Van Wilson, who bring decades of combined experience and … Read more

How much protein do you need? Here’s how to personalize your desired consumption

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Food choices for weight loss, copy space a_namenko/iStockphoto/Getty Images Hide title Change the title a_namenko/iStockphoto/Getty Images Protein is having a moment. From coffee chains to food companies marketing protein cookies and snacks, to Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. tipping steak instead of cake, the noise surrounding protein can make it difficult to know what … Read more