As we learn more and more about how specific types of gene variants interact with nutrients, it is becoming more possible to use this information to generate diet recommendations customized to an individual’s genetic makeup. Read more
Today’s nutritional information contains more contradictions than consistencies, even among nutrition and health professionals Read more
Countless influences affect what we eat. Some are obvious — taste preferences, cultural background, health concerns, etc. Read more
No one expects to get a cold or the flu. However, unless you live like a hermit, getting the flu may be inevitable. Read more
Homocysteine is another chemical that is becoming increasingly important because of its relationship to heart disease and a number of other diseases. Read more
As summer approaches, we all know the days get longer and the temperature and humidity increase. These changes can promote a variety of health risks. Read more
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Supporting a successful pregnancy requires starting off with a healthy body that has been well nourished for some time. Read more
Food is an enjoyable part of living that is intertwined with social life, culture and traditions. But what happens to food after it is eaten is rather mysterious. Read more
People often express concerns about toxic substances in their food, but what is rarely appreciated is how many toxic chemicals are present naturally. There is little or no regulation of these toxins produced by nature. Read more
Getting the most out of life involves the ability to be active, which requires a healthy heart. Read more
It doesn’t matter if you’re the host or just a guest — there are ways to enjoy delicious treats without padding on extra pounds this holiday season. Read more
After 20 years and 600 “Health Options” columns, Alan Titchenal and Joannie Dobbs share some of their best advice with readers. Read more
Many of us have had issues with our gallbladders or know someone who has had gallbladder problems due to gallstones. Read more
In many parts of the world, mosquitoes transmit serious diseases ranging from malaria to the Zika virus. Read more
In the past 50 years, there have been over 30,000 studies on vitamin E. Despite this, the most recent studies indicate that most adults around the world consume less than the recommended amount of vitamin E with many potential adverse health consequences. Read more
If you don’t like change and also read food labels, get ready for a bumpy road ahead. In the next few years there are a series of new federal regulations that will be changing the face of nutrient information provided to consumers. Read more
Heading off for vacation can be relaxing and rejuvenating, but extensive travel can increase the risk of some serious health problems that could put you in a hospital far from home. Understanding the stresses of travel and what can go wrong can help you minimize the risk. Read more
A growing number of people feel that eating a diet only containing food considered “healthy” is the ideal. But this belief is not ideal and can contribute to health problems that are irreversible. Read more
New food products are being developed daily, and some definitely find their way to supermarket shelves. Over the last decade, plant-based milks have become increasingly popular as a substitution for cow’s milk. Read more
Water in, water out — it’s the most basic illustration of the body’s attempt to maintain water homeostasis, or the ideal balance of fluid in the body. Virtually everything the body needs is subject to a balancing act of taking in enough to balance unavoidable losses. Read more
It is common to think that someone with a so-called healthy body weight has good nutrition. However, body weight is a reflection of stored calories, not an indicator of nutritional health. Read more
