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By Jacky Miller Dark chocolate is not a guilty pleasure; it actually comes with many health benefits. Real dark chocolate—not processed and sweetened milk chocolate—is chock-full of incredible health benefits. Some nutrients are destroyed in the process of making chocolate available for the general market. Make sure the chocolate you buy is within the healthy […]

By Dr. Atli Arnarson There are several practical reasons people cook fish before eating it, rather than simply serving it raw. Most importantly, cooking kills bacteria and parasites that can cause disease. Nevertheless, some people prefer the texture and taste of raw fish. It is especially popular in Japan as part of dishes like sushi […]

By Eleise Britt Weight loss teas claim to suppress appetite, increase fat burning and boost metabolism. But do they work? This article takes a sales-free look at the scientific evidence. What Is Weight Loss Tea? Weight loss teas are usually a blend of tea and herbs, depending on the brand. They’re said to help with […]

By Franziska Spritzler Vitamin D is extremely important for good health. As a hormone, it plays several roles in keeping your body’s cells healthy and functioning the way they should. Most people don’t get enough vitamin D, so supplements are common. However, it’s also possible—although rare—for this vitamin to build up and reach toxic levels […]

By Helen West People with lactose intolerance often avoid eating dairy products. This is usually because they are concerned that dairy may cause unwanted and potentially embarrassing side effects. However, dairy foods are very nutritious and not all of them are high in lactose. This article explores six dairy foods that are low in lactose. […]

By Adda Bjarnadottir Rice is one of the most widely consumed grains in the world. It’s mostly comprised of simple carbs, which have consistently been linked to obesity and chronic disease. However, countries with a high rice intake have low levels of these exact diseases. So what’s the deal with rice? Is it weight loss […]

By Jacky Miller Coconut oil is the extracted oil from coconut, the fruit of the coconut tree that’s well-known for growing in tropical areas. It’s also an outrageously popular topic among social media and health outlets in recent years. Typically coconut oil is refined, bleached and deodorized using high heat. The bleach filters the oil […]

By Kari Hamerschlag and Christopher D. Cook What do meat-centric, cheesy-rich school lunches and climate change have in common? Both pose risks for our kids’ health and our planet’s future. In short, too much meat and dairy in our diets contributes to both chronic health problems and climate change. Research shows that we cannot avoid […]