Nutrition Notes (4)
The latest evidence-based reporting in Nutrition Notes (4).
Fully-referenced deep dives, written for practitioners and the science-curious.
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There is a saying in medicine that goes, “Genetics points the gun, but the environment pulls the trigger.” This means that genetics plays a part in health or disease, but the collective influence of the positive and negative signals a person engages in (or not) determines the overall health outcome.
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Nearly 75% of the American adult population aged 20 years and older is overweight or obese. Children are not far behind, as 55.6% of children and adolescents between the ages of 2 and 19 years are obese. Obesity is a risk factor for numerous chronic health conditions such as cardiovascular disease,
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The Modern American Diet (MAD), or the Standard American Diet (SAD), is high in added sugar, refined carbohydrates, saturated fatty acids, and seed oils, and void of fiber, plant variety, and phytonutrients. Nutrition is at the forefront of human health. Americans' diets can provide the required nut
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What are spore-based probiotics?
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A variety of medications can disrupt the lining of the gastrointestinal tract or cause GI complaints that can mimic certain conditions, such as inflammatory bowel disease and irritable bowel syndrome. Medications may produce these symptoms by altering GI physiology, increasing tissue toxicity, or in
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The role of muscle tone in healthy body composition and metabolic health
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When thinking about healthy skin, most of us might envision moisturizers, sunscreens, serums, and toners. What we topically use on our skin is important, but true skin health and radiance depend on the availability of key nutrients that can help the skin glow from the inside out.
Amino Acids
Creatine monohydrate stands out as one of the most renowned ergogenic aids, and its reputation is well-deserved. This blend of the amino acids (methionine, glycine, and arginine) has undergone extensive examination for its impact on sports performance. However, what many people overlook is the broad
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What are short-chain fatty acids?
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The role of probiotics in mental health
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Ginkgo biloba, commonly known as ginkgo, is a tree species native to China and one of the oldest living plants on our planet. Its existence traces back approximately 200 million years, earning the title of a “living fossil.” Humans have used ginkgo medicinally for centuries for various health condit