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Testing Greens and Beets, Two of the Best Brain Foods
Cocoa and nitrite-rich vegetables, such as leafy greens and beets, are put to the test for cognitive function. “The production of NO in the brain and its role in the control of neuronal [nerve] functions has been comprehensively investigated in...
Take the Daily Dozen Challenge!
We just re-launched the Daily Dozen Challenge to help more people discover how easy it is to fit some of the healthiest of healthy foods into their meals. Join us on social media and show us how you Do the...
Testing Berries and Nuts, Two of the Best Brain Foods
Randomized controlled studies put nuts, berries, and grape juice to the test for cognitive function. When you read articles in Alzheimer’s disease journals about eating more berries to reduce cognitive decline in the elderly, the authors are talking about observational...
Can We Detoxify Lead from Our Body in a Sauna?
How much does sweating from a sauna or exercise get rid of lead and mercury? In my video Is Henna Safe?, I talk about a study that proved lead could be absorbed through the skin and into the body. Researchers...
Benzoyl Peroxide or Tea Tree Oil for Acne?
What happened when a 5 percent tea tree oil gel was pitted head-to-head against the leading over-the-counter treatment for pimples? “Acne vulgaris remains one of the commonest diseases to afflict humanity.” As I discuss in my video Benzoyl Peroxide vs....
Top 10 NutritionFacts.org Videos of 2022
We create more than a hundred new videos every year. They are the culmination of hundreds of hours of researching, writing, animating, editing, and producing. We comb through thousands of scientific papers from the peer-reviewed medical literature so that busy...
Is It Safe to Take Acid-Blocking Drugs?
Do the benefits outweigh the risks of acid-blocker drugs, also known as proton pump inhibitors like Nexium, Prilosec, and Zantac? What about baking soda? Dyspepsia is the medical term for upset stomach. After eating, your stomach may hurt, you may...
Are Energy Drinks Beneficial?
What effects do Red Bull and Monster brand energy drinks have on artery function and athletic performance? Given the “global popularity” of the multibillion-dollar energy drink industry, it is critical we determine if the beverages have any “potential adverse effects,”...
