Nutrition Notes (11)
The latest evidence-based reporting in Nutrition Notes (11).
Fully-referenced deep dives, written for practitioners and the science-curious.
Nutrition Notes
Periodontal health refers to the structures surrounding the teeth including the gums and bones that support the teeth. It is often associated with an inflammatory response and infection. Periodontal disease may also involve age-related changes, which affects approximately 90% of individuals 65 year
Immune Support
Certain mushrooms, such as reishi (Ganoderma lucidum) and cordyceps (Cordyceps sinensis), have been used for centuries to support many aspects of health. In recent research, they have been shown to support cellular function and a healthy inflammatory response. Two recently published review articles
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Everyone loves to find a hidden treasure. It may be the valuable antique at a local garage sale the brand new item at the thrift store or the bargain found online. Whatever the nature of this treasure the excitement of the discovery is only reserved for those who know the value. Many others will tho
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Some people say that a classic Caprese salad represents the colors of the Italian flag: there’s sliced mozzarella cheese for the white ripe tomatoes for
Baked Potato
Any good chef will tell you that fat makes food taste better. A plain baked potato is nothing compared to one with a pat of butter and a dollop of sour cream. And let’s face it: a bowl of unadorned pasta isn’t all that appetizing until you add some garlic and olive oil or a creamy alfredo sauce. It
Nutrition Notes
In recent generations Brussels sprouts seem to have lost their splendor as a culinary delight; more often evoking memories of the past rather than notions of health and nutrition. However these unappealing miniature cabbages are making a comeback among the health-conscious and for good reason! Bruss
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The array of fresh vegetables and fruits at farmers’ markets is a welcome sight in summer. From boldly colored blueberries and raspberries to yellow peac
Nutrition Notes
The Fourth of July – a great time for getting together with friends and family to celebrate the birth of the United States and enjoy good company and good food. Whether you like to watch a local parade get your fill at a picnic or barbecue wait for an evening fireworks show or all of these this summ
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Let’s face it: the 20th Century was an unqualified success for modern medicine in eradicating debilitating and fatal diseases. No one can argue that ending the threat of terrifying conditions like polio and smallpox was a huge victory. Unfortunately since every rose has its thorn in our overzealous
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As we’ve mentioned before with the ever-growing popularity of low-carbohydrate and ketogenic diets people are becoming more conscious of the total amount of carbohydrate they consume and many look to specifically limit the amount of fructose they get—even the fructose that occurs naturally in fruit
Nutrition Notes
For people who follow lower carbohydrate or grain-free diets in order to support overall health and vitality Thanksgiving is an occasion when it’s worth throwing nutritional caution to the wind. While multiple daily infusions of sugar refined grains and processed seed oils can lead to long-term heal