Since the 1960s, large health associations and food manufacturers have praised the health benefits of vegetable oils. As their popularity grew, producers eagerly marketed their supposed health benefits—despite little to no scientific evidence supporting these claims. Now, as more people research food and health independently, the truth is emerging: we’ve been misled from the start….
Artificial food dyes have been facing increasing scrutiny, with reports claiming they may cause cancer and affect brain function. These concerns have spread rapidly, raising questions about their actual risks. Are these dyes truly dangerous, or is the fear overblown? In this article, we uncover the truth about green dye in food. Green Food Dye…
It is a tale as old as time, chocolate is bad for you and should only be eaten occasionally. This unfortunate message has kept us from indulging in our favorite food for centuries. However, new research reveals that certain compounds in chocolate may offer significant health benefits for the entire body. In this article, we’ll…
On January 15th, 2025, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned red dye no. 3, also known as erythrosine, from being used in food and ingestible drugs in the United States1—mirroring actions taken by other countries. Red dye #3 was already banned from cosmetic products in the 1990s in the United States because it is…
Modern life has put an almost unmanageable amount of demands on the family unit. In a world full of chaos it is more important than ever to prioritize coming together and enjoying a family meal. Family dinners have been proven by research to have a protective effect on the family. Providing families who participate with…
Feeding an entire family can be daunting at best. Busy schedules, picky eaters, and the demand of screen time can leave a family feeling distant and overwhelmed. The value of eating together as a family can get lost in the chaos. Many times, the workload of a routine family dinner may not seem worth it….
The importance of testosterone, “the male sex hormone” is often overlooked in women. When physical and mental health issues arise, most women do not question whether it could be related to low testosterone. However, testosterone level plays as much of a role in women’s health as it does men’s. Testosterone Plays a Role in the…
Testosterone is the primary sex hormone in men. It is responsible for a wide variety of bodily functions (listed below) and is produced primarily in the testes. Testosterone production rates are unique to every man. However, there is a set range that is considered too low for all men. As testosterone levels decline, the male…
The world is a tumultuous place right now. It is easy to get lost in feelings of anxiety, depression, and even suicidal thoughts. When faced with mental health conditions we are often inundated with prescriptions that mask the overwhelming whirlwind that is going on in our minds. Unfortunately, these mental health medications come with a…
It is well known that sugar is not good for the body. What is lesser known is how sugar affects the brain. Sugar can have detrimental effects on the brain that lead to a variety of mental health conditions including but not limited to depression, anxiety, irritability, anger, schizophrenia, dementia, and Alzheimer’s. In this article,…
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