Graphic warning labels might convince people to eat less meat
Americans consume billions of pounds of meat each year. And yet, there’s a plethora of research showing that copious amounts of meat can be unhealthy, both for the Earth and…
How to tell if your oats really are gluten-free
There’s been a real uptick in gluten-free labels at the grocery store, including on drinks and snacks you know shouldn’t have any gluten to begin with. But if you’ve made…
Why most diets don’t work—and what to try instead
PopSci is spending September relearning how to eat. As intuitive as our love of chowing down is, a lot stands between us and optimal eating. This month, we’ll break down diet myths,…
A salmonella outbreak has hit 37 states, and onions are to blame
Fresh red, white, and yellow onions have been linked to a salmonella outbreak, according to the Centers for Disease Control. The outbreak has spread though at least 37 states, sickened…
4 ways plant protein is healthier than animal protein
It’d be great if a burger-a-day diet was healthy. Don’t get me wrong—it’s not the worst. You’ve got protein in there and hopefully some veggies on top (and on the…
14 Superfoods that boost overall health
A balanced diet is the key to proper nutrition. When you regularly consume a variety of healthy foods, you avoid nutrient deficiencies that make the body susceptible to infection and…
Eating nutrient-rich pumpkin seeds can help boost your heart health
Pumpkins are an important part of the holiday season. From pumpkin pies to pumpkin spice lattes, a proper holiday meal is not complete without this bright orange fruit. Unfortunately, pumpkin…
Eating more fruits and vegetables linked to reduced cardiovascular disease risk, increased longevity
Higher consumption of fruits and vegetables is linked to a lower risk of mortality, according to a recent review published in the British Medical Journal. Chinese researchers found that eating at…
Good health comes in tiny packages: 6 health benefits of pumpkin seeds
Pumpkin seeds might look small, but they’re packed with nutritional benefits, such as zinc, iron and magnesium. While these seeds are readily available in stores, you can also harvest them…
Here’s What Yoga Can Do For You
It`s International Yoga Day people. I was thinking about doing yoga over the past three months, and because of my analytical nature, I decided to do some quick research on…
