Articles by: kevin

Vegetarian diets are best for health and the environment

Vegetarian diets are best for health and the environment

Vegetarian diets are best for health and the environment, according to a new position paper from the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. The paper highlighted the benefits of a vegetarian diet, claiming that they can reduce obesity, heart disease, diabetes, and even some types of cancers. The Academy now says […]

by December 12, 2016
Probiotics reduce stress levels and anxiety

Probiotics reduce stress levels and anxiety

Probiotics reduce stress levels and anxiety, according to the latest research from University of Missouri. Probiotics are microorganisms, often called ‘good bacteria.’ They are found in various fresh and fermented foods. Probiotics are believed to be essential to digestive and gut health because they maintain and balance essential bacteria in […]

by November 29, 2016
Dementia rates are declining in the U.S.

Dementia rates are declining in the U.S.

As awareness and treatments grow, dementia rates are declining in the U.S., according to a new study from the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. According to the Alzheimer’s Association: The World Health Organization (WHO) reports that the amount of people living with dementia worldwide is estimated at 47.5 million. […]

by November 25, 2016
Denmark is becoming the first organic country ever

Denmark is becoming the first organic country ever

Denmark is becoming the first organic country ever. There are so many reasons to eat organic food. First, let’s take a look at the benefits of eating organic. Less exposure to pesticides First of all, organic foods reduce exposure to pesticides. A new study from Boise State University showed that […]

by October 21, 2016
Leonardo DiCaprio protests with Great Sioux Nation to stop Dakota Access Pipeline

Leonardo DiCaprio protests with Great Sioux Nation to stop Dakota Access Pipeline

Leonardo DiCaprio protests with Great Sioux Nation to stop Dakota Access Pipeline The Dakota Access Pipeline is a new project that consists of an approximately 1,172 mile, 30-inch diameter pipeline that will connect North Dakota to Illinois. The pipeline will be used to transport crude oil. The pipeline would cross […]

by September 18, 2016
Hibiscus tea kills the deadly avian flu virus

Hibiscus tea kills the deadly avian flu virus

Hibiscus tea kills the deadly avian flu virus Hibiscus tea kills the deadly avian flu virus, according to new research from The Journal of Veterinary Medical Science. What is avian flu? According to Healthline: The researchers tested a few different types of teas on the virus, including green, jasmine, rose, […]

by July 8, 2016
Blueberries’ benefits are better than you think

Blueberries’ benefits are better than you think

Blueberries’ benefits are better than you think Blueberries’ benefits are better than you think, or at least better than most people think, according to new research from the University of Florida. The new study shows that consumers know some of the benefits that blueberries provide, but they are not familiar […]

by June 29, 2016
FDA nails Whole Foods for unsanitary factory conditions

FDA nails Whole Foods for unsanitary factory conditions

FDA nails Whole Foods for unsanitary factory conditions Amongst an increase of food recalls in the industry, the FDA nails Whole Foods for unsanitary factory conditions. Do you rely on the ready-to-eat meals at Whole Foods for your lunch? It may be smart to avoid them for a while. The […]

by June 25, 2016