The FDA’s Proposed Changes to the Nutrition Facts Label Are Now Final
The new FDA recommendations have lead to the first major overhaul of the nutrition labels in 20 years. … Read More
Health Benefits of Kombucha Tea: Is it Good for You?
It is shown that [kombucha] can efficiently act in health preservation and recovery due to four main properties: detoxification, anti-oxidation, energizing potencies, and promotion of boosting immunity.… Read More
E-cigarettes: Debates on Safety Still Continue
Early in December there was a published article in Environmental Health Perspectives, bringing attention to concerns about the, “flavoring chemical called diacetyl that has been shown to be associated with a disease… Read More
The FDA Offers a New Recommendation for Sugar Consumption
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recently recommended a cap on the amount of added sugar you should consume each day. This equates to no more than 12.5 teaspoons or 50 grams… Read More
6 Ingredients to Avoid in Makeup & Skincare Products
The cosmetics, shampoos, lotions, and other products we put on our bodies can be just as harmful as anything we put in our bodies. … Read More
Excessive Sodium in Your Diet can Increase Your Risk for Heart Attack and Stroke
The foods you choose to eat every day have an impact on your health, and some will have a more positive impact than others. Although too much sodium in your diet isn’t… Read More
Regulation of Dietary Supplements: Is the FDA Doing Enough?
Most people will take an over-the-counter dietary supplement at some time. These supplements range from multi-vitamins to help supplement a subpar diet to ginkgo biloba to help boost memory. Many people take… Read More
Healthy Pets Can Lead to Healthy People
I’m a first-time pet owner. I have a shih tzu named Pepsi that’s almost 3 years old, and he adds fun, companionship and a sense of loyalty to my life. You’ve probably… Read More
Hidden Sugars Pose Significant Health Risks
As a whole, Americans are eating too much sugar in their diets. On average, adults consume 22 teaspoons of sugar a day and teenagers are consuming 34 teaspoons. This adds up to… Read More
The Health Benefits of Chole (Chana) Masala
Finding healthy recipes is easier than ever, with thousands of free recipes available online. With the growing media attention on overweight and obesity, people are becoming more concerned about their health and… Read More
