Sound Science: New Studies on Food Coloring Safety
August 30, 2017
I love the vibrant color of red velvet cupcakes. The deep, red coloring paired with the moist texture and slightly chocolatey taste is truly indulgent. But what gives these cupcakes…
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Fast Take: Low-Calorie Sweetener Low Down on a Recent Review
July 17, 2017
If your curiosity about low-calorie sweeteners (LCS) is growing, you’re not alone. We get a lot of questions about them: “Will they help me lose weight? Are they safe? Should…
Fast Take: Debunking Another Cheesy Report
July 14, 2017
Mac and cheese: a childhood favorite for many and a go-to comfort food. Unfortunately, this classic dish is under attack because of a common packaging compound. A new report found the presence…
Fast Take: Is Coffee Really Going to Extend your Life?
July 12, 2017
Holy coffee, Batman! Guess what’s been the highlight of nutrition news this week? Yup, it’s coffee. And don’t get me wrong, I am a huge fan of this beverage, but…
Sound Science: The Mediterranean Diet and Heart Health
July 6, 2017
Heart disease affects many people in the U.S., with almost half of Americans having at least one of three risk factors (high blood pressure, high cholesterol, smoking) for heart disease.…
Fast Take: Are you frying your health with french fries?
June 15, 2017
Each time a nutrition study descends upon the internet I cringe internally. I have to brace myself as I click through the various news outlets covering it, knowing that I may…
Fast Take: Is your fruit juice glass half-empty or half-full?
May 23, 2017
In case you weren’t paying attention, some juicy news circulated recently. Courtesy of the American Association of Pediatrics (AAP), there are new recommendations on fruit juice consumption for infants, toddlers…
Sound Science: Caffeine Consumption and Heart Health
May 11, 2017
Java enthusiasts rejoice! While you may have been skipping out on that third mug of coffee for fear of having heart palpitations, the latest research actually shows no connection between…
Fast Take: What You Need to Know about a New Study Linking Beverages to Stroke or Dementia
April 20, 2017
A new study has examined the associations between consumption of beverages sweetened with sugar and/or low-calorie sweeteners and stroke or dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. This particular observational study (drawing on…
Sound Science: Two More Reasons to Eat Wholesome Whole Grains
March 30, 2017
We’re rounding out National Nutrition Month, with a new Sound Science analysis. In fact, this Sound Science piece includes a double feature. Recently published in the American Journal of Clinical…