Big Health and Nutrition Stories of 2023
As 2023 draws to a close, let’s review and update some of the biggest health and nutrition stories of the year.
Concerns About Sugar Substitutes....
The Facts About Weight Loss Drugs
The biggest health and nutrition story of 2023 was arguably the exploding popularity of prescription medications to treat obesity, a chronic disease that affects...
Ultra-pasteurized Milk
Q: The milk I buy says it is ultra-pasteurized. Does that make it an ultraprocessed food?
A: Alice H. Lichtentein, DSc, a professor at the...
Sweetened Beverages and Risk of Adverse Liver Outcomes
Approximately 65 percent of adults in the U.S. consume sugar-sweetened beverages every day. In addition to having negative effects on your heart, blood sugar...
Pasta Fagioli Soup
Soup Mix Steps:
1. In a quart-sized clear jar, layer pinto beans, kidney beans, and white beans one at a time.
2. In a small bowl,...
Healthy Homemade Food Gifts
This gift-giving season, how about going beyond traditional holiday treats (like cookies and cakes) and giving a homemade food gift that is both heartfelt...
Give Thanks for Foods from the Americas!
Foods like sweet potatoes, corn, and pumpkin are regulars on our Thanksgiving tables. Let’s take a closer look at some of the delicious, versatile,...
Butternut Squash Soup with Apple
Steps:
1. Chop onion; peel and chop apple. Any size pieces is okay, as you’ll be blending them later.
2. Heat oil in large saucepan; sauté...
Dietary Supplements for Sports Performance
Sports supplements come in many shapes and sizes, from tablets and capsules to liquids, powders, and bars. While they promise a lot, the challenging...
Apple Cider Vinegar … Salt vs. Sodium … Ketone Drinks …
Q: Does apple cider vinegar help with blood sugar control?
A: Richard Siegel, MD, co-director of the Diabetes and Lipid Center, answers: “Recently, there has...