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The antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin have long been associated with eye health, as they can help reduce the risk of cataracts and slow the progression of age-related macular degeneration. It turns out, their benefits extend beyond the eye. More recent research has discovered lutein’s role on cognition as well.1,2 Similar to how lutein and zeaxanthin […]

The middle of winter when sun exposure is limited is a good time for everyone to pay attention to getting enough vitamin D from food sources. This is particularly important for individuals living with diabetes, since there is preliminary evidence that vitamin D status is compromised due to secondary effects of diabetes. Researchers at Iowa

As a registered dietitian I’ve always been asked about “healthy foods”. I know at parties people watch what I take from the buffet table and feel a little uncomfortable eating decadent foods when I’m around. This is strange since my philosophy is to enjoy foods but make a diet of those which supply the most

Today’s post has been authored by Julia Bird, MPH, Associate Scientist, Nutrition Science and Advocacy, at DSM Nutritional Products. The post was originally posted on Monday Aug 18, 2014 on TalkingNutrition.dsm.com   While the nutrient choline is not considered a vitamin in the strictest sense, as it can be synthesized by the body in limited amounts,

Applied research complements basic nutrition research, which generally does not focus on specific foods. According to the National Science Foundation (NSF), an independent federal agency created by Congress in 1950 “to promote the progress of science…”, research can be described as follows: Basic research aims to provide a fuller knowledge or understanding of the subject

May is a perfect month to celebrate the arrival of spring, mothers, and the Incredible Egg! While eggs are commonly associated with breakfast and protein, many aren’t aware of the nutrient package the whole egg provides. One large egg has varying amounts of 13 essential vitamins and minerals, and high-quality protein all for 70 calories. Plus,

The American Egg Board/Egg Nutrition Center (ENC) in partnership with the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) has introduced a new website and online learning experience at www.ciaprochef.com/eggs. “ENC was thrilled to work with the CIA to develop delicious and nutritious recipes using nutrient-rich eggs. The recipes demonstrate how eggs can be incorporated into meals or

Are you in need of a makeover? Instead of updating your wardrobe or hair color, consider a look that features olive oil, salmon and legumes. May is Mediterranean Diet month, and healthy lifestyle choices are on trend. The Mediterranean Diet – which includes foods typically consumed by people around the Mediterranean Sea – is widely

As of 2012, 29.1 million Americans were living with diabetes, with 1.4 million new cases diagnosed each year. Considering diabetes affects almost 10% of the population, continued research is necessary to understand lifestyle factors that influence disease risk and prevention. Two recent papers highlight researcher’s efforts to clarify the role of dietary fat and egg

Today’s post comes from Taylor C. Wallace, PhD, CFS, FACN. Dr. Wallace is an accomplished food and nutrition expert, residing in the Washington, DC area.  He has published numerous peer-reviewed articles in addition to three academic textbooks.  Dr. Wallace has a doctorate degree in Food Science & Nutrition from The Ohio State University and frequently serves as