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Are Eggs Healthy for You — And the Planet?

Chicken eggs are controversial. Some people call them a nutrient-rich superfood, while others say they can harm your health. Ovo-vegetarians consume them, but their vegan friends do not. Eggs aren’t flesh, and laying hens aren’t killed for their eggs, but they may still contribute to animal deaths and suffering. So, what’s the truth about eggs? Are eggs healthy, ethical, or sustainable? Can they be? And if you eat them, what are the best options?

Ocean Robbins · April 7, 2025 · 13 min read

Vitamin B12: Why it’s Important and How to Avoid B12 Deficiency

Vitamin B12 is a hot topic in the vegan community since it’s one of the few nutrients hard to obtain on an entirely plant-based diet. That doesn’t mean meat-eaters should gloat, though: Many omnivores suffer from B12 deficiency as well. So what is B12, why is it important for health, and how do you know if you’re getting enough?

Ocean Robbins · January 1, 2025 · 12 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

Is Corn Healthy?

Corn is one of the most widely eaten foods in the world. It’s also incredibly versatile. You’ll find corn in baked goods and bread, popped as a snack, grilled on the cob, fed to cows, used to fuel cars, and as the base ingredient for a huge range of processed foods and additives. But is corn good for you? And how do you choose the healthiest corn to eat?

Ocean Robbins · June 21, 2024 · 12 min read

What Is Jackfruit? The Tropical Food That’s Turning Heads

This “miracle” fruit is nutritious and may even help feed the world. But what is jackfruit? And what does it taste like? Learn everything you need to know about jackfruit, including its nutrition, health benefits and downsides, and sustainability.

Liana Minassian · May 29, 2024 · 8 min read

What Are Antioxidants? And What Are the Most Antioxidant-Rich Foods?

The word “antioxidant” is thrown around a lot in the health and wellness space. But what does it really mean? Why are antioxidants good for you? Are there any you should avoid? And which foods and beverages pack the most beneficial antioxidant punch?

Ocean Robbins · November 1, 2023 · 13 min read

What Are the Benefits (and Downsides) of Eating Papaya?

Papaya is a tropical fruit with significant culinary versatility and nutritional benefits — and considerable global popularity. But is it good for you? And if so, which varieties are best for your health and the environment? And are there people who should avoid papayas entirely? Let’s take a deep dive into one of the world’s favorite tropical fruits.

Ocean Robbins · July 7, 2023 · 9 min read

The Health Benefits of Asparagus: 6 Reasons It’s Good for You

Asparagus may be a weird-looking vegetable that makes your pee smell funny, but it’s also a nutritional powerhouse and a culinary giant. What’s in asparagus that’s so good for you, and what health benefits does it provide? How do you select the best spears, and how do you store them for maximum flavor and nutrition? Find out below!

Ocean Robbins · May 17, 2023 · 8 min read

Holy Guacamole! The Surprising Health Benefits of Avocados

Avocados are a popular food loved by many. In fact, avocado consumption in the US has risen more than fourfold in the last 20 years. But how much do you know about this creamy green fruit (yes, it’s a fruit!)? Sure, it tastes good. But is it good for you? What are the health benefits of avocados? And are there any downsides you should know about?

Ocean Robbins · April 21, 2023 · 11 min read

The Benefits of Lettuce: Why You Shouldn’t Underestimate This Simple Leafy Green

Most of us don’t think of lettuce as a super-nutritious food. Sure, it makes up the bulk of “ordinary” salads, and iceberg accompanies fast food meals — but in terms of raw nutritional value, we tend to think of it as a sideshow. But should we reconsider our tepid view of lettuce? Might it turn out to be a nutritional powerhouse after all? And are there ways to enjoy it that don’t just involve salad dressing?

Ocean Robbins · March 8, 2023 · 12 min read

Proven Health Benefits of Pumpkins and Pumpkin Seeds & How to Use Them in Your Diet

Pumpkins are known for their association with the fall holidays. Once September comes around, fall decor and Halloween decorations have already hit stores, and it’s officially “pumpkin spice season.” But pumpkins are so much more than a seasonal decoration or a flavoring for processed and packaged foods. In this article, we’ll explore the health benefits and nutrition of pumpkins and their seeds. And we’ll look at some of the best and healthiest ways to use them in recipes.

Liana Minassian · September 7, 2022 · 12 min read

Sweet & Hot Pepper Benefits and Uses You Need to Know About

Peppers, from sweet to wickedly hot, became staples of cuisines around the world almost as soon as they arrived from their original homes in South America. Both mild bell peppers and 5-alarm chili peppers provide significant health benefits. In this article, we’ll look at what those benefits are, whether the hottest of peppers are safe, and how to prepare peppers to please the palates of the people you love.

Ocean Robbins · August 17, 2022 · 16 min read