Bone Health

Is Fluoride Bad for You? Examining the Evidence Behind the Debate

Fluoride in the water supply has long been a topic of heated discussion. It seems to prevent tooth decay. But what about its effects on the rest of your body? What are the main sources of fluoride exposure in our daily lives? Is there a difference between the effects of fluoride in toothpaste and fluoride in drinking water? What is the latest scientific consensus? And how can you make informed choices for yourself and your loved ones?

Ocean Robbins · February 26, 2025 · 11 min read

The Healthiest Way To Get the Calcium You Need + 9 Calcium-Rich Foods

Calcium is key to strong bones, and dairy is often touted as the best source. But is that the whole story? How can you ensure you’re getting enough calcium, and what are the healthiest, calcium-rich foods? Discover what the science says and learn how to make the best choices for your health.

Ocean Robbins · January 31, 2025 · 15 min read

Millet for Health: Benefits, History, and How to Use It in Recipes

Once a well-kept secret in Asia and Africa, millet is now catching the eye of food enthusiasts and eco-conscious cooks worldwide. Packed with nutrients and remarkably sustainable to grow, millet is a valuable, versatile addition to the modern pantry. So, what are the benefits of eating millet? Are there any potential downsides? And how can you incorporate this versatile grain into your culinary life?

Ocean Robbins · December 4, 2024 · 11 min read

The Health Benefits (and Downsides) of Watercress: The World’s Healthiest Vegetable

Discover the surprising vegetable that outranked kale, spinach, and sweet potatoes to claim the top spot as the world’s healthiest veggie. Find out the top health benefits of watercress, potential downsides, and environmental considerations. Plus, get tips on finding, storing, and using watercress in recipes.

Ocean Robbins · November 15, 2024 · 11 min read

What Is Jicama — and Is It Good for You?

Jicama may not be on your list of regularly consumed vegetables, but perhaps it should be! It’s been a staple food in Central America for a long time, and with good reason. Once you discover its many health benefits and learn how to eat jicama in a variety of delicious ways, you’ll wonder why jicama isn’t more popular. And you just might want to add it to your shopping list.

Ocean Robbins · September 20, 2024 · 10 min read

8 Essential Minerals — What They Are, Why You Need Them, and How To Get Them

This article explores eight essential minerals crucial for maintaining good health, detailing their roles in the body and the potential risks of deficiencies. It also provides practical advice on incorporating these vital nutrients into your diet through everyday foods and supplements.

Demetrius Bassoukos · September 13, 2024 · 17 min read

What Is Creatine & Do You Need to Supplement?

Creatine supplies energy to cells throughout your body — especially muscle cells. Many athletes take it to build muscle and improve athletic performance. But is it also good for your brain, your heart, and your immune system? Or is it a dangerous fad? Do you need to eat meat to get enough, or should you take a supplement?

Ocean Robbins · July 17, 2024 · 12 min read

Arugula: Examining the Health Benefits and Nutrition of this Powerhouse Leafy Green

Arugula was a valued green in ancient Rome, where it was celebrated in poetry and prose for its effects on mind and body. Unfortunately, it’s far less popular today than its cousins spinach and kale, even though arugula may be the healthiest green of all. In this article, we’ll look at the evidence for arugula’s health benefits and see if those ancient Romans were right to celebrate it.

Ocean Robbins · March 22, 2024 · 10 min read

Plant-Based Milk: What to Consider When Choosing a Dairy Milk Alternative

Dairy milk consumption is at an all-time low, and the market for nondairy milk is rapidly expanding, offering an unprecedented variety of options. So, if you want moo-free milk, what should you keep in mind? And, which milk alternatives are best, considering flavor, uses, and environmental impact?

Ocean Robbins · March 1, 2024 · 16 min read

The Alkaline Diet: Separating Fact from Fiction

The alkaline diet has been around for a while. And it presents a compelling theory about your body and health: that the food you eat determines the pH of your blood, and that a low pH causes all sorts of health problems. The good news is the alkaline diet promotes the consumption of many of the healthiest foods. The bad news is that it does so for some questionable reasons. So what’s useful about the alkaline diet, and where does it diverge from research-backed evidence?

Ocean Robbins · December 6, 2023 · 7 min read

Polyphenols: Nature’s Prescription for a Healthier You

Polyphenols are compounds that give many plant foods their vibrant colors and distinctive tastes. They not only protect plants from disease and sun damage, but when you eat those plants, you’re getting similar benefits. So what does the evidence say about how polyphenols can fight chronic disease, and what the best sources are?

Ocean Robbins · November 15, 2023 · 11 min read

Dietary Copper: How Much Copper Should You Get and the Best Sources of Copper

Copper is one of those quiet, essential nutrients that you don’t hear much about. Without it, though, you can’t survive. And both too little, and especially too much, can damage your heart, brain, bones, skin, and immune system. So how much do you really need? What are the best sources? How easy is it to get enough on a plant-based diet? And how can you avoid copper toxicity?

Ocean Robbins · November 8, 2023 · 11 min read