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When artificial sweeteners like aspartame, sucralose, and acesulfame potassium were introduced to the market, they were heralded as revolutionary solutions to our sugar problem. The food industry has aggressively marketed these zero-calorie alternatives as beneficial to health, promising weight loss and improved metabolic outcomes. However, with the exception of a few industry-funded studies, research has consistently failed to support these claims. In fact, a comprehensive s

The latest hypertension guidelines have doubled down on a familiar recommendation: drastically limit sodium intake. While this advice sounds logical on the surface, emerging research suggests we may be approaching blood pressure management all wrong, and potentially doing more harm than good in the process. The Unintended Consequences of Salt Restriction Here's what happens when we tell people to eliminate salt from their diets: nutritious, whole foods become unpalatable, and

A new documentary about The Biggest Loser has reignited conversations about something I've been saying for years: your body is not...

Back-to-school tip: what kids eat can make or break their focus, mood, and energy at school. Learn the Rule of Thirds for simple, balanced lunches + snacks that fuel brains and bodies all day long.

Help picky eaters learn to enjoy nutritious foods with ten expert strategies like accessibility creative prep, sauces, and positive habits — perfect for keeping kids energized and focused all school year.

In recent years, the role of diet in shaping our overall health has gained significant attention. Mental health, in particular, has been...