Restaurants all over the world – from India to Washington to Australia – are following consumer trends and shifting menus to create low-carb food offerings. The Rising Popularity of Keto According to The Pollock Communications and Today’s Dietitian’s…
The ketogenic diet is usually associated with weight loss today, although its origins stem from a medical background–it was created to treat epilepsy. Scientists have continued to research the ketogenic diet in a variety of applications and research indicates…
Nestle, an international Swiss food and beverage corporation, is setting their sights on capturing a larger percentage of the Asian market in coming years. In particular, the company is developing low-sugar coffee beverages to appeal to the Thai…
It’s no secret that sugar is disastrous for our health. But a new study conducted by the American Heart Association takes that understanding a step further. Adults over the age of 45 who consume large amounts of sugary…
New research shows that people on a keto diet may live longer.1 This phenomenon is thought to be a result of chromosome lengthening at the telomeres. Here’s how it works. What are telomeres? Chromosomes are structures found in…
As summer approaches, the pressure is on to get a “beach body” that will look great in shorts and bikinis. This intense societal pressure, coupled with an America that’s becoming more overweight almost by the day, a group…
Beer brewers across the country are responding to a new wave of health-conscious consumers. From Corona to Budweiser, low-carb beers are starting to grace the market. Beer and health When consumed in moderation, beer can provide some health…
23andMe, a company specializing in genetics and biotechnology, has helped countless people to determine their ancestry. Now, the company is trying out something a little different on a massive scale: weight-loss. 23andMe is currently planning one of the…
It’s been about 15 years since health professionals first began to discover the connection between added sugar and our country’s growing problem with obesity. In this time, manufacturers and corporations alike have begun to focus their efforts on…
In a recent article, I discussed the European Union’s deregulation of the sugar market at the end of last year, when it abolished decades-old price floors, tariffs, and quotas. The move allowed larger sugar producers in Europe to…