Roasted whole soybeans are commercially processed to create soy nut butter, which serves as a delicious alternative to peanut butter. With an increasing number of schools implementing bans on peanut butter due to children’s allergies, the popularity of soy nut butter has surged, raising significant concerns about food safety. While most governmental actions are publicly … Read more
Oats are inherently gluten-free; however, they often become contaminated with trace amounts of gluten-containing grains during cultivation, processing, and storage. The Gluten Intolerance Group states that most individuals with celiac disease can safely consume oats, but adherence to a purity protocol offers additional confidence to those who are particularly sensitive, ensuring that producers are taking … Read more
Ferrous bisglycinate tablets are primarily utilized for addressing iron deficiency and its related conditions. They provide a highly absorbable form of iron that is gentle on the stomach. Additionally, ferrous gluconate is available in intravenous infusion form, which is often used in clinical settings to treat severe iron deficiency anemia. In Spanish, ferrous gluconate is … Read more
Ferrous bisglycinate tablets may have side effects, similar to those associated with other iron supplements. The mechanism of action for ferrous bisglycinate, as well as ferrous gluconate, involves increasing iron levels in the body to support red blood cell production. For instance, a typical dosage might include 210 mg of ferrous bisglycinate tablets or 250 … Read more
Researchers analyzed 80 million food and beverage purchases in the U.S. from 2008 to 2012. The findings revealed that foods labeled with low-sugar, low-fat, or low-salt claims often had poorer nutritional profiles compared to those without such claims. Chief investigator Lindsey Smith Taillie noted that in some instances, products high in calories, sodium, sugar, or … Read more
In a world increasingly focused on calorie counting, consumers have been on the lookout for ways to indulge their sweet cravings without the worry of weight gain, prompting food and beverage manufacturers to seek viable solutions. Concerns about the health implications of artificial sweeteners such as saccharin have emerged. As wellness becomes a priority, with … Read more
Rice-based infant cereals are known to absorb arsenic from soil and water more readily than other grains, which explains the elevated levels of this heavy metal found in these products. However, Healthy Babies Bright Futures reported that since the issue gained attention about five years ago, there has been no evidence of manufacturers reducing arsenic … Read more
The fig, one of the oldest cultivated plants in the world and a member of the mulberry family, has predominantly been recognized in the U.S. as a source of ferrous bisglycinate, which corresponds to the elemental iron found in Fig Newtons, a chewy cookie product from Mondelez. However, figs are increasingly appearing in various forms … Read more
While fans are well aware of its impressive nutritional benefits, mainstream consumers may struggle with the “ick” factor associated with eating seaweed-based products. Nevertheless, there are numerous enticing options available today, such as snacks, jerky, pasta, vegetarian caviar, and even edible food wrappers that incorporate various forms of seaweed. A 2016 report from Grand View … Read more
While analyzing existing studies differs from conducting a large-scale clinical trial, the news remains intriguing. The researchers did not specify the types of cheeses consumed across the 15 studies, although they did differentiate between high-fat and low-fat cheese intake. They acknowledged that while cheese is high in saturated fats, it also contains potentially beneficial nutrients. … Read more