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Non-Dairy Ice Cream: Is It Better For You?

Ice cream isn’t exactly a health food, but are non-dairy ice creams any better for you? This article looks at the pros and cons of cows’ milk and vegan ice creams, answering the question of what the healthiest choice is when it comes to soft frozen desserts.

Ocean Robbins · August 2, 2019 · 10 min read

How Food Can Naturally Protect Your Skin From the Sun

When you think about protecting yourself from sun damage and skin cancer, what’s the first thing you think of? Most people start and stop with sunscreen, hats, and long sleeves. But did you know that your diet can help your skin protect itself? This article discusses some natural sunscreen options to consider — including the best foods for sun protection and skin health.

Ocean Robbins · July 12, 2019 · 8 min read

The Keto Diet Explained: What the Science Really Says

What exactly is the ketogenic (or keto) diet? Is it effective for weight loss? Does it show other benefits? Is it healthy or safe? Here’s what the science really says.

Ocean Robbins · June 28, 2019 · 9 min read

Using Pesticides to Grow Food Is Harming Farmworkers and Children — And These Risks Are Being Ignored

Pesticides on food are being monitored — but see why some pesticide risks are being missed.

Liza Gross · June 12, 2019 · 7 min read

The Truth About Hot Dogs

Nobody’s arguing that hot dogs are a health food. But most people enjoy one (or several) every now and then. They can’t be that bad, right? Brace yourself: Let’s take an unflinching look at what hot dogs are made of and how they might affect your health.

Ocean Robbins · June 5, 2019 · 7 min read

9 Health Benefits of Chia Seeds and How to Eat Them

Why are so many people eating chia seeds? What health benefits do they offer? Should you add them to your diet? And if so, what’s the best way to eat them? We’ll cover it all in this article.

Ocean Robbins · May 31, 2019 · 8 min read

Are Acai Berries Really Superfoods? 5 Healthy Benefits of These Colorful Fruits

Beyond their beauty, are acai berries really worth eating?

Ocean Robbins · May 24, 2019 · 9 min read

Is Cheese Healthy? See What the Research Says

Many people adore cheese. Why is it so appealing? And should we be eating as much as we do?

Ocean Robbins · May 3, 2019 · 9 min read

What is Dragon Fruit? 9 Reasons to Eat This Fascinating Tropical Fruit

Dragon fruit, also known as pitaya, is a growing food trend, but is it a passing fad or a food worth adding to your diet? Can we take seriously a food that sounds and looks more like a conversation piece? Here’s a look into this exotic fruit and what the research says about what it has to offer.

Ocean Robbins · May 1, 2019 · 7 min read

10 Healthy Reasons to Brighten Your Meals with Beets

Beets may be messy to cut and sometimes have dull, dirty exteriors. And you may not have eaten them since you were a kid, and they came sliced or diced from a can. But there’s more to beets than meets the eye. So what’s so great about these root vegetables? What are the health benefits of beets? And how do you use them?

Ocean Robbins · April 17, 2019 · 10 min read

4 Foods to Eat and 2 Steps You Can Take to Prevent Cancer

Follow these proven tips to help prevent cancer every day.

Wiliam Li · March 15, 2019 · 4 min read

Amazing Alliums — Why These Disease-Fighting Veggies Are Worth Eating Every Day!

Have you heard of alliums? The most common ones are onions and garlic. These veggies have some incredible benefits. In this article, you’ll see exactly why Allium vegetables are so good for us (most of us, anyway). And you’ll learn easy ways to get more of them in your diet.

Ocean Robbins · January 25, 2019 · 11 min read