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Harness the power of your circadian rhythms for weight loss by making breakfast or lunch your main meal of the day. In my last chronobiology […]

Raw garlic is compared to roasted, stir-fried, simmered, and jarred garlic. Garlic lowers blood pressure, regulates cholesterol, and stimulates immunity. I’ve talked before about its […]

A calorie is not a calorie. It isn’t only what you eat, but when you eat. Mice are nocturnal creatures. They eat during the night […]

Given the power of chronotherapy—how the same dose of the same drugs taken at a different time of day can have such different effects—it’s no […]

Dairy consumption is associated with years of advanced ovarian aging, thought to be due to the steroid hormones or endocrine-disrupting chemicals in cow’s milk.   […]

Breakthroughs in the field of chronobiology—the study of our circadian rhythms—help solve the mystery of the missing morning calories in breakfast studies. Where did this […]

 BODi LAVA: Coming June 2024 to the BODi app. The post Now Available: Shakeology’s New High-Protein Hot Sauce! appeared first on BODi.

Dr. Greger developed the Daily Dozen using the best available balance of evidence from scientific nutrition research. Rather than being a meal plan or diet […]

I discuss why we may not want to exceed the recommended intake of protein. Diabetes isn’t just about the amount of body fat, but also […]

Only 2 out of 12 supplement companies were found to have weight-loss products that were even accurately labeled. According to a national survey, one-third of […]

See what a penny a day’s worth of garlic powder can do. In ancient Greece, “the Art of Medicine was divided into three parts”: cures […]

Fifteen years and more than a billion servings sold — Shakeology is a nutrition phenomenon. But what’s the story behind this delicious superfood shake? In […]

Endotoxins can build up on pre-cut vegetables and undermine some of their benefits. You may remember when I introduced the endotoxin theory literature in my […]

The industry responds to the charge that breakfast cereals are too sugary. In 1941, the American Medical Association’s Council on Foods and Nutrition was presented […]

Elevated levels of pro-inflammatory, aging-associated oxylipins can be normalized by eating ground flaxseed.  I previously explored the “Potent Antihypertensive Effect of Dietary Flaxseed in Hypertensive […]

Rhodiola (also known by its botanical name rhodiola rosea) is an herb that’s been used in Europe to help promote physical endurance and combat the […]

We had the pleasure of talking with Dr. Paule Joseph about her work, food, activism, public health, and Black History Month. We hope you enjoy […]

Calories eaten in the morning count less than calories eaten in the evening, and they’re healthier, too.   Time-restricted feeding, where you limit the same […]

In recent years, veganism has proven that it’s no fading fad: The number of people identifying as vegan continues to rise, plant-based food sales and demand are […]

If elderberry sounds familiar, that’s because you’ve probably seen it as syrup at your local pancake house, in a sweet wine at a spirits shop, […]

Are there benefits to giving yourself a bigger daily break from eating?    The reason many blood tests are taken after an overnight fast is […]

Starfruit contains a neurotoxin known as caramboxin that can cause irreversible brain damage at high enough doses.    If someone walks into the emergency room […]

Among the dietary challenges of vegetarians and vegans, perhaps none receives more attention than the eternal search for sufficient protein. For those on a plant-based diet, it can be […]

You might not know chicory root, but chances are you would recognize its periwinkle blue flowers. Let’s take a look at the benefits of chicory root […]

What are the effects of eating only five days a week or following a fasting-mimicking diet five days a month?    Instead of eating every […]

Alternate-day modified fasting is put to the test for lifespan extension.  Is it true that alternate-day calorie restriction prolongs life? Doctors have anecdotally attributed improvements […]

Eating every other day can raise your cholesterol.    Are there any downsides to fasting every other day? For example, might go all day without […]

In Shakespeare’s time, average folk believed the body contained four essential “humours,” including blood and bile. Today, many of us would add to that list […]

According to the United Nations, meat and dairy production would need to be doubled to meet the predicted demand for animal-based proteins in 2050, but […]

Does eating every other day prevent the metabolic slowing that accompanies weight loss, or does it improve compliance over constant, day-to-day caloric restriction?  Rather than […]

The evidence linking cannabis use to psychotic disorders is considered strong enough to warrant a public health warning.     “Even as proponents of [cannabis] legalization […]

Why should fasts lasting longer than 24 hours and particularly for three or more days only be done under the supervision of a health professional […]

Like the keto diet, fasting for one or two weeks can actually slow the loss of body fat rather than accelerate it.  Fasting obviously causes […]

If you’re tuned in to your nutrition, you may have wondered: When’s the best time to drink a protein shake? But…that’s not really the question you […]

For more than a century, fasting has been used as a weight-loss treatment.  I’ve talked about the benefits of caloric restriction. Well, the greatest caloric […]

The number of plant-based protein powders is constantly increasing, which is great for vegans and vegetarians! But too many options can lead to confusion and […]

Peeled apples are pitted head-to-head against unpeeled apples (and spinach) in a test of artery function.  Regularly eating apples may contribute to a lower risk […]

Consuming saturated fat and the effects it can have on your overall health — specifically heart disease — has become a controversial subject. It was […]

How may we preserve bone and mass on a low-calorie diet?    One of the most consistent benefits of calorie restriction is that blood pressure […]

When you cook chicken breast, is it bursting with flavor? Does it make you excited to sit down to a nutritious, protein-packed meal? If your […]

Though a bane for dieters, a slower metabolism may actually be a good thing. We’ve known for more than a century that calorie restriction can […]

We create more than a hundred new videos every year. They are the culmination of thousands of hours of researching, writing, editing, animating, and producing. […]

Diet trends come and go, but one golden rule has remained the same: Eating a variety of vegetables is important to maintain good overall health. […]

The sugar industry responds to evidence implicating sweeteners in the obesity epidemic.    In terms of excess body fat, the “well-documented obesity epidemic may merely […]

You may lose a pound of fat by skipping just 10 calories a day or as many as 55, depending on whether you’re improving food […]

Fruit is a staple of a healthy diet, a perfect snack, and a great on-the-go breakfast. But if you’re on a low-carb diet, does the sugar […]

What are the metabolic and behavioral adaptations that slow weight loss?    Thanks to millions of years of evolution hard-wiring us to survive scarcity, our […]

How many fewer calories do you have to eat every day to lose one pound of body fat?  The first surgical attempt at body sculpting […]

What are the effects of the female sex hormones in cow’s milk on men, women, and children?    All foods of animal origin contain hormones, […]

Between boozy work parties and your favorite aunt’s homemade eggnog, it’s easy to let December fly by in a cloud of alcoholic cheer. Why not […]

As kids, we were mesmerized by ad campaigns for the latest, greatest — most sugary — breakfast cereals. Today, we know those processed, artificially dyed […]

Refined people tend to be complex individuals who are beneficial to have around. Refined carbs are exactly the opposite. Although carbohydrates are necessary for our bodies to […]

Ketogenic diets are put to the test for diabetes reversal.    As you can see at the start of my video Does a Ketogenic Diet […]

Not so fun fact: Your metabolism slows down as you age. But at what age does your metabolism slow down? Why does it happen? And […]

Everybody craves sweets every now and then, but how do you know it’s time to get your sugar habit in check? Is it possible to […]

Ketogenic diets have been found to undermine exercise efforts and lead to muscle shrinkage and bone loss.    An official International Society of Sports Nutrition […]

As one of the three essential macronutrients — the others being protein and fat — carbohydrates are the body’s primary fuel source. But to many a dietary […]

What are the effects of ketogenic diets on nutrient sufficiency, gut flora, and heart disease risk?  Given the decades of experience using ketogenic diets to […]

As with raw eggs, uncooked chicken can contain salmonella and other disease-causing germs. So should you wash chicken before cooking it? For years, experts have […]

So you’re considering cutting sugar from your diet, or maybe you’re already on your way. Either way, you’ve probably heard about some potential side effects […]

In an effort to slash sugar while still getting a taste of the sweet life, many consumers and food companies have started using stevia in […]

Plant-based, or plant-forward, eating is probably the most inescapable dietary trend. And it’s not necessarily as simple as just forgoing flesh; new factions are forming […]

Might the appetite-suppressing effects of ketosis improve dietary compliance?  The new data are said to debunk “some, if not all, of the popular claims made […]

Skim the ingredient list of many beverages, jams, canned vegetables, or frozen foods and you’re likely to come across one that you can actually pronounce […]

One of the hardest thing about counting macros is that nagging X factor: alcohol. When planning meals for the week, few of us account for […]

When you’re starting a healthy, satisfying eating plan, it’s important to know the outsized role sugar plays in your overall health. It’s in everything. While […]

Let’s dive into ketogenic diets and their $33-billion gimmick.  The carbohydrate–insulin model of obesity, the underlying theory that ketogenic diets have some sort of metabolic […]

Do low-carb and ketogenic diets have a metabolic advantage for weight loss?  When you don’t eat enough carbohydrates, you force your body to burn more […]

What does the science say about the clinical use of ketogenic diets for epilepsy and cancer?  Blood sugar, also known as blood glucose, is the […]

Acorn squash is a kind of winter squash with a dark green rind and golden-orange flesh. It’s shaped like an acorn and might be just as tough! […]

When it comes to achieving flawless skin, many of us think about using products to smooth, hydrate, and clear up acne. However, we may overlook […]

Meet Chef Lois Ellen Frank, Ph.D. We had the pleasure of talking with her about food history, health, and culture. Read on and enjoy her […]

The potential for rapid weight loss put the keto diet on the map, but many struggle with its restrictive rules. Between the dreaded “keto flu” […]

There are lots of diets that promise to help you lose weight, feel better, and get healthier. But there are only a few cultures whose diet is […]

If you crave crunch but not grease, air fryers allow you to enjoy your favorite comfort foods, from fried chicken to fries and tater tots, […]

Many of us reform our wellness routines in order to look and feel better — but it’s possible to take these efforts too far. For some, this […]

There’s been a lot of talk about good vs. bad carbs and plenty of confusion on the topic. Let’s say it once and for all: […]

Why don’t more people take the weight-loss medications currently on the market?  Despite the myriad menus of FDA-approved medications for weight loss, they’ve only been […]

There are disinfection byproducts in tap water. What happened when Brita, PUR, ZeroWater, and refrigerator water filters were put to the test?  Though many distrust […]

Take any food you love, make it out of cauliflower, and it’s magically healthy. Or at least that’s what most people think about pizza. But […]

In the realm of sweeteners, stevia has risen to the top in the past few years. But what is stevia, and is it here to […]

While we absolutely love all the amazing autumnal flavors of Starbucks’ fall drinks, we don’t necessarily love all the excess sugar and calories. Choosing healthier Starbucks […]

Advisories telling pregnant women to cut down on fish consumption may be too late for certain persistent pollutants.  If you intentionally expose people to mercury […]

What are the effects of chewing gum on hunger and appetite?   “Horace Fletcher,” proclaimed one of his obituaries in 1919, “taught the world to chew.” […]

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should probably be advised to either decrease or, when possible, cease cannabis use entirely, and couples trying to conceive may also […]

More than 2.25 billion cups of coffee are consumed in the world every day, mainly for the benefits that caffeine provides. But what about those looking […]

Unless you’re a diehard vegan, you probably don’t think of tofu as the most appetizing food. But this seemingly basic block of soy is full […]

If extra chewing is effective in suppressing your appetite when it comes to food, what about chewing gum as a weight-loss strategy?  As I discuss […]

By now, most of us know that fiber — like sleep and water — is something we could use more of. It’s been billed a […]

If sugar consumption is considered to be the one and only cause of cavities, can we have any sugar? How much is too much?  Dental […]

We’ve seen countless fad diets that focus on eating one specific food — the cookie diet, the cabbage soup diet, the grapefruit diet. They all […]

Strokes are one of the leading causes of death and disability in the world. They are the most common cause of seizures in the elderly, […]

Meet Sylvia Klinger. We had the pleasure of interviewing her about food history and culture. Read on and enjoy her recipe for Jicama Mango Salad. […]

What would happen within just two weeks after swapping the diets of Americans with those of healthier eaters?  Colon cancer is our second leading cancer […]

A low-fiber diet is a key driver of microbiome depletion, the disappearance of diversity in our good gut flora.  We have a hundred trillion microorganisms […]

What can millions of dollars in the hands of the lobbying industry do to shut down efforts to protect children?   For nearly half a […]

Sugar alcohols are sweet organic chemical compounds commonly used as a sugar substitute. Because they don’t impact blood sugar in the same way regular sugar […]

How does Dr. Greger pressure steam his greens?  In a review of more than one hundred articles about the effects of cooking on vegetables, researchers […]

You’ve probably come across some moldy food that looks salvageable: that piece of bread with a spot of mold, or that pepper with mossy seeds. […]

With the galaxy of tech and fad diets that have recently emerged, many of us have become obsessed with “hacking” our nutrition. Along the way, […]

Even those who test negative for cow’s milk allergy may have hypersensitivity reactions to dairy products.  Excessive spitting up and vomiting in infants may be […]

What do cookies, candy, soda, many chips, and sweetened cereals have in common? Sure, they’re all common cravings — but they’re also ultra-processed foods. Here’s […]

The benefits of protein shakes extend to pretty much anybody with fitness goals, whether it’s building muscle, losing weight, or ensuring you get enough protein […]

For the last few decades, fitness fans who grew to love unique and bold beers were left to drink watery, bland light beer from the […]

How good is the evidence that flossing is effective? According to randomized controlled trials, what is the optimal toothbrushing and flossing sequence?  “Over the years, […]

When it comes to healthy snacking, fruit is hard to beat — it’s loaded with vitamins, minerals, and filling fiber. But if you’re trying to lose weight, […]

What did double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trials on berries and the first clinical study on the effects of berries on arthritis find?  How might berries improve […]

Given their oxalate content, how much is too much spinach, chard, beet greens, chaga mushroom powder, almonds, cashews, star fruit, and instant tea?  There was […]

Even though dietary oxalates may have a limited effect on the risk of kidney stones in most people, there are some predisposing factors that can […]

Whether you opt for the open road or a stationary bike, it’s easy to fall in love with cycling. The sport offers a myriad of benefits […]

If you’re cooking a late dinner or often feel snackish before bedtime, you may wonder, “Does eating at night make you gain weight?” Short answer: When you […]

I’m thrilled to announce that preorders are now open for How Not to Age, my new book coming out in December after three years in […]

What is the best way to prepare dark green leafy vegetables, the most nutrient-dense foods on the planet?  “The main purpose of cooking is to […]

Were the flaxseed studies showing 20 pounds of weight loss just flukes?  Canada now allows a health claim on the labels of products with flaxseeds, […]

Craving sweet food is natural, but consuming lots of added sugar isn’t. Too much of it in your diet can lead to poor digestion and […]

Caffeine has a lot of great qualities: It makes getting through a day easier when you didn’t sleep enough the night before and helps you […]

Why do some experiments show that duct tape is ineffective for treating warts?  In 1978, a new approach for the treatment of warts was described, […]

Viewing a nutrition label, it might appear that protein is simply protein, since that’s the only way it’s ever listed. But there’s a difference between incomplete […]

Duct tape beat out ten other wart treatments for cost and effectiveness, so why isn’t it standard practice?  One of the “unusual, innovative, and long-forgotten […]

Your period just started, and you’re feeling less than awesome. When your belly starts to grumble, you opt for self-care in the form of food. […]

What are the risks of contracting the brain parasite toxoplasma from cat litter or meat?  The brain parasite toxoplasma “is responsible for considerable morbidity and […]

The number one killer on Earth is a bad diet, and high blood pressure is killer number two. The reason it’s so deadly is that […]

Toxoplasma brain parasites can cause personality alterations.  Of all causes of foodborne disease, a brain parasite called toxoplasma is ranked as the fourth leading cause […]

If you spend any time in the kitchen preparing meals, having a basic understanding of the various culinary knife cuts will help you make better […]

Nearly one quarter of Americans have already been infected with the brain parasite toxoplasma.  Toxoplasma is a brain parasite that may infect a million Americans […]

The pursuit of avoiding a hangover is as old as alcohol itself. Ancient Romans swore by fried canary and sheep’s lungs, while the Irish advised […]

You likely already know about the importance of protein. This macronutrient helps your body metabolize and digest food, repair your body tissues (including muscles), and grow and develop […]

  Meet Nisha Vora. We had the pleasure of talking with Nisha about all things spices. How did you learn about spices and their culinary […]

If you’ve tried eliminating added sugar from your diet, you know that it seems to creep its way into everything. One of the biggest culprits? Dressings, marinades, and […]

Nutritional shakes like Shakeology are having a moment right now, and it’s easy to see why. In addition to macronutrients, they often contain a diverse range of […]

The biggest barrier to reducing toxic pesticides in cannabis is, not surprisingly, the cannabis industry itself. California was the first state to legalize medical marijuana. […]

If you decided to add more fish to your diet, you’ve made a great choice. These salty swimmers can be a great source of protein […]

In a worst-case scenario, how much flaxseed is too much?  Flaxseed packs “a nutritional punch,” and, as I discuss in my video Should We Be […]

Your mission — should you choose to accept — is to take the Superfood Dessert Challenge. The Superfood Dessert Challenge is for anyone who wants […]

My Daily Dozen recommends at least one tablespoon of ground flaxseeds a day, but what’s this about cyanide?  Sweden’s dietary guidelines are pioneering in many […]

Protein powder is made to be a convenient, tasty way to get protein you need on the go — simply mix the powder with water, […]

What have more than a hundred studies on Wi-Fi and human brain wave modulation found?  You may recall that I’ve addressed how cell phones may […]

Plastic particles may exacerbate the pollutant contamination of fish.  “Plastic debris in the marine environment is more than just an unsightly problem.” The concern is […]

Can ingested plastic particles from fish get into our bloodstream?  In 1869, a patent was taken out for a new substance to replace elephant ivory […]

If you care more about your net carbs than your net worth, you might want to take a step back and reevaluate. This concept started […]

Beyond nutritional content or composition, the structure of food has a remarkable impact. Food structure, not only nutrient composition, may be “critical for optimal health.” […]

We’ve all been there. You open the fridge, and stare inside at what has become ugly produce: a bag of spinach that’s seen better days, […]

How do you score on the orthorexia “diagnostic” test?  “Orthorexia nervosa is defined as an unhealthy obsession with eating healthy food.” Want to know if […]

So you’ve decided to ditch the booze and lead a healthier life. But you still want to enjoy the complex and intriguing flavors that a […]

For some, a drink is an ideal way to unwind at the end of a long day or celebrate the weekend’s arrival. But sometimes you […]

Get ready to shake up your routine, because something delicious is coming your way from Shakeology. (Hint: It involves cookies!) Meet our new, permanent flavor, […]

A lot is made of the odd dietary combinations that result from cravings during pregnancy, but comparatively little is devoted to how should you eat while breastfeeding. […]

If you’re avoiding kombucha because you don’t think it tastes good — well, you probably haven’t tried the best kombuchas. Sure, “booch” is made from […]

For years, it looked like egg yolks were no longer disinvited from the breakfast table. After decades of warnings over the amount of cholesterol in […]

Antioxidants are one of those compounds you hear about all the time, but their functions, benefits, and sources aren’t always clear. This article is for […]

The case for plant-based eating to reduce the burden of diabetes has never been stronger.  There are all sorts of different scoring systems to rate […]

What if you could eat ice cream to improve your health? Improve your digestion by eating cake? Lose weight and eat brownies and even have […]

While the store is best-known for its variety of irresistible snacks and frozen foods, Trader Joe’s salad dressings are among their most criminally underrated products. […]

Sweet potatoes are one of my favorite vegetables and a delicious way for me to tick off the “other vegetables” boxes on my Daily Dozen […]

Trying to stick to your healthy eating goals, but craving something sweet and decadent? Superfood smoothies might be what you need. Think of them as […]

There are times we could all use a little more energy. And while there’s nothing wrong with sipping caffeinated beverages (up to three or four 8-ounce […]

Genetic differences in caffeine metabolism may explain the Jekyll and Hyde effects of coffee. Three-quarters of American adults drink coffee and about half do so […]

Sitting back after a long day and sipping on a tumbler doused with a fine spirit or drinking an expertly crafted cocktail can be a […]

In the past, if you wanted to indulge your taste for a brew but had sworn off alcohol, your choices were sadly lacking. But with […]

Out of all of the alcoholic beverages, wine tends to have the most ardent and informed aficionados. So when it comes to creating fine non-alcoholic […]

Which foods have the greatest cavity-causing potential?  Nearly half a century ago at a Senate hearing on nutrition, a Dr. Nizel from Tufts suggested that […]

Every month, we publish around eight new videos, four Friday Favorites, eight blogs, and four podcasts on NutritionFacts.org. We are bursting at the seams with […]

Trader Joe’s is a beloved market chain that offers delicious and innovative foods at great prices. Each season, people skip with glee to see what […]

Meet Hannah Che. We had the pleasure of talking with Hannah about food, traditions, stories, and her new cookbook The Vegan Chinese Kitchen. Read the […]

How do we explain dairy consumption’s association with increased risk of prostate cancer but decreased risk of colon cancer?  Studies comparing country-by-country cancer rates “have […]

With 70+ names, sugar is truly the master of disguise. While most of us know to look for common names like sucrose and glucose on food […]

Fat is the enemy — at least that’s what we were told for decades. Low-fat and fat-free foods flew off shelves as people assumed cutting […]

If you’ve been searching for ways to relieve stress, you may have heard about GABA. But what is it, exactly? And can a GABA supplement really […]

Blueberries are put to the test against insulin resistance, oxidation, and DNA damage.  A famous pair of Harvard studies involved so many people over such […]

Quick: Name a few foods high in vitamin D. Stumped? That’s likely because while vitamin D is an essential vitamin with plenty of benefits, it can […]

Whether you’re interested in natural remedies or just looking for ways to support your health, you may have heard about red yeast rice. This dietary […]

Experts have a gut feeling: You should probably start eating more fermented foods. Fermentation involves exposing food to yeast or microorganisms that break down components […]

Tea is the second most commonly consumed beverage in the world, after water. Green tea, black tea, mint tea and chamomile tea highlight a seemingly endless […]

If you’re looking for a dairy-free milk alternative, you’ve got plenty of options to choose from — like soy, macadamia, oat, almond, cashew, and rice […]

Boiling, steaming, microwaving, air frying, and sous-vide cooking are put to the test for nutrient retention. I’ve made videos on how not to die from […]

You probably see cartons of it lined up in the grocery store (and in your fit friend’s fridge), but is coconut water good for you? […]

A cup of hot tea has many healthy benefits, so it’s no surprise that tea trends like yerba mate, golden milk, and detox tea keep popping up. The […]

Sardines have become something of an “it” fish in recent years for their extraordinary protein and omega-3 content, along with their wealth of other nutrients. […]

I discuss the best and worst foods for gum inflammation and bad breath. Yes, saturated fats produce an inflammatory response, and, yes, inflammation is “recognized […]

It’s hard to overstate the importance of hydration. Water is essential to the function of every cell in the body — it helps to transport oxygen and […]

Ground ginger and ginger tea are put to the test for blood sugar control. In a case report of the “successful management of type 2 […]

What are the effects of cell phone radiation on sleep quantity and quality? “Sleep is crucial to the development of physically and psychologically healthy children,” […]

When you need an early-morning caffeine fix or an afternoon pick-me-up, Starbucks might be your go-to spot for a cup of coffee or yummy espresso […]