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09/07/2026
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By Coco Somers
Kiwi Skin Is Edible, Boosts Fiber and Antioxidants
Cleveland Clinic published guidance on Feb. 17, 2023, stating that every part of the kiwifruit is edible, including the fuzzy brown exterior often discarded by consumers. The report, published in the institution’s Health Essentials newsletter, stated that eating a kiwi skin-on increases its fiber content by roughly 50% compared with eating the fruit without the […]
09/07/2026
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By Coco Somers
Fermented foods’ health effects linked to postbiotics, review finds
A recent narrative review published in Frontiers in Nutrition reports that the health benefits of fermented foods stem from a complex network of bioactive compounds produced during fermentation, rather than solely from live probiotic bacteria. According to the review, these compounds may simultaneously influence gut health, immune function, and metabolism. The evidence, as summarized by […]
09/07/2026
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By Coco Somers
Gut Bacteria Convert Vegetable Nutrients Into Compounds Linked to Heart and Metabolic Benefits, Study Says
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet in Sweden reported on August 23, 2026, that gut microbes can transform nitrate and non-heme iron from plant-based foods into compounds known as dinitrosyl iron complexes (DNICs). The peer-reviewed findings, published in the journal Cell, indicate that these molecules, once absorbed into the body, may influence cardiovascular and metabolic health. According […]
09/06/2026
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By Coco Somers
Carotenoid-Rich Foods Linked to Lower Breast Cancer Risk, Studies Show
A case-control study tracking 600 women recently diagnosed with breast cancer against 600 healthy women found that those consuming the most carotenoid-rich foods carried up to a 75% lower risk of the disease compared to those eating the least, according to the report. Researchers compared years of dietary habits between two groups using a detailed […]
09/05/2026
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By Coco Somers
Blueberries: Nutrient Retention Depends on Handling and Consumption, Researchers Say
A daily serving of blueberries may not deliver the full measure of the fruit’s nutritional value unless attention is paid to storage, preparation and the foods consumed alongside the berries, according to a report by The Epoch Times. Scientists and nutritionists cited in the report state that blueberry health benefits are tied to compounds called […]
09/04/2026
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By Coco Somers
Whole-Food Carbohydrates May Reduce Inflammation, Nutritionists Say
Nutritionists and dietitians told the Epoch Times that whole-food carbohydrates such as sweet potatoes, legumes and buckwheat can help reduce inflammation – countering the widespread belief that all carbs are inherently inflammatory. According to the experts, the source and processing of the carbohydrate determines its effect on the body. One expert, holistic nutritionist Jaz Robbins, […]
09/04/2026
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By Coco Somers
Acai: What Research Says About the Amazonian Superfruit
Acai (Euterpe oleracea), a palm fruit native to the Amazon rainforest, is harvested in large sprays that resemble grapes. Regional collections remain a traditional activity as well as an economic driver for communities where the fruit is consumed locally as a staple food, according to a dietary study of rural Amazonian women [1]. Global demand […]
09/04/2026
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By Coco Somers
Adding These Six Vegetables to Our Diet May Help Lower Cholesterol Naturally
Adding specific vegetables to the diet is associated with lowering cholesterol levels, according to nutrition researchers. Spinach, tomatoes, okra, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, and Brussels sprouts are six vegetables with evidence of cholesterol-lowering benefits. These vegetables provide fiber, antioxidants, and other compounds that contribute to heart health, reports indicate. Nutrition science has identified plant-based diets as […]
09/03/2026
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By Coco Somers
Wheatgrass Juice: Evidence on Ulcerative Colitis, Inflammation, and Safety
Overview Wheatgrass juice, pressed from the young shoots of the wheat plant (Triticum aestivum), contains chlorophyll, vitamins, minerals, and various plant compounds, according to published reports. The product is most commonly consumed as a fresh juice or in powdered supplement form, and proponents have linked it to a wide range of health outcomes. [1] [2] […]
09/03/2026
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By Coco Somers
Large Study Links Diet Quality to Lung Function, Especially in COPD Patients
A study of 83,460 adults in the Netherlands has found a positive association between diet quality scores and lung function, with the strongest effect observed in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The research, drawing on data from the Lifelines cohort, used spirometry measurements and a 0–48 diet quality score derived from food frequency […]
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