Are Celsius Drinks Bad For You? Experts Weigh In

Energy drinks have been around since the ’40s, promising a range of benefits — from increased metabolism to a boost in productivity. But more recently, energy drinks like Prime and Celsius have garnered media attention for their potential side effects. Celsius energy drinks, in particular, are often touted as a popular workout companion, claiming to…

Oswego County TodayOCO Nutrition Service Summer Food Service Program Available at Camp Zerbe

Oswego County TodayOCO Nutrition Service Summer Food Service Program Available at Camp Zerbe

Staff at Camp Zerbe in Wiliamstown will be serving up free breakfasts and lunches, courtesy of Oswego County Opportunities Summer Food Service Program, to children enrolled in activities at the camp. The program provides food to all children without charge regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability. For more information on the…

Bing Search Testing Labeling Images With Nutrition Details

Bing Search Testing Labeling Images With Nutrition Details

Bing is testing adding nutritional details to images in its search results. It includes labeling food products with “high calcium,” “lean protein,” “anti-inflammatory,” and other labels. I can’t replicate this but Khushal Bherwani spotted this and posted several examples on X, here are those examples: Is this a good feature? Do you see it? Forum…

Why drinking beetroot juice during menopause may be healthy

Consider adding beetroot juice to your diet during menopause to combat heart health problems and more, as per a new study. Experiencing hot flashes, mood swings and hormonal fluctuations are not the only downsides of hitting menopause. There is a lot more. A woman’s heart health can also be at a risk during menopause, which…

The pros and cons of seed oils, and how to incorporate them in your diet

The pros and cons of seed oils, and how to incorporate them in your diet

Oil is a key ingredient to almost every family’s grocery list, every chef’s menu, and nearly all recipes. It’s used to marinate meat, bring flavor and depth to baked or sauted vegetables, and perfectly dress a crisp summer salad. For most people, oils are a healthy part of an overall diet. But it’s important to…

Stay off processed meats such as sausages and soft drinks, advices American Society of Nutrition

Some processed foods, the society said in a statement, may have a great association with mortality risk than others While the risks of ultra processed foods are well known, some of them may be more harmful than others. The American Society of Nutrition has identified sausages, hot dogs and deli meat as some of the…

Beetroot Powder: Benefits, Nutrition, and Risks

Beetroot powder is made with dried and powdered beetroot (Beta vulgaris L.). Beetroot, or beets, is a reddish-purple root vegetable. Researchers believe beetroot powder has anti-inflammatory benefits and contains antioxidants and other compounds that may benefit heart health. Beetroot can improve your athletic performance when taken regularly as a supplement or a pure powder. Beetroot…

Olive oils certified for health benefits win new awards at Olympia Health & Nutrition ceremony

Olive oils certified for health benefits win new awards at Olympia Health & Nutrition ceremony

The 9th Olympia Health & Nutrition Awards, held last week in Athens, celebrated olive oils rich in health-protecting phenolic compounds. Organised by the World Olive Center for Health (WOCH), the event recognised over 250 producers from 10 countries for their exceptional extra virgin olive oils. This year, more than 600 olive oil samples were tested…

Nutrition Strategies for Match-Day Minus-1 | LA Galaxy Performance Blog presented by Herbalife

Herbalife is the sports nutrition and presenting partner for the LA Galaxy. Registered Dietitians at Herbalife work closely with the LA Galaxy technical staff to make sure we are maximizing their nutrition to support performance goals. Fueling appropriately is a 24/7 job for athletes, with some important special considerations for the day approaching match-day. Read…

Natural Products Industry News Briefs: ADM, WIN, Stratum Nutrition, & More

ADM, NBGC, & Smucker Expand Regenerative Agriculture ADM subsidiary, Golden Peanut, The National Black Growers Council (NBGC), and The J.M. Smucker Co. are partnering to expand regenerative agriculture practices across 20,000 peanut acres, 5,000 of which will be affiliated with the National Black Growers Council per year, in the southeast section of the United States….

Is ultra-processed food unhealthy? Here’s why no one can agree

Is ultra-processed food unhealthy? Here’s why no one can agree

Ultra-processed food is often high in fat, sugar and salt GMVozd/Getty Images Nutrition advice is often fickle. In the 1990s, nutritionists blamed fats for rising obesity rates. Then, carbohydrates became the culprit in the early 2000s. Now, the refrain is to eat whole foods and avoid ultra-processed ones. Why can’t we get a straight answer…

Industry gears up for NIU Awards broadcast

Described as “the industry’s most coveted awards – similar to the Oscars!”, the NutraIngredients-USA Awards focus on true innovation, long-term market success and cutting-edge research. The awards honor the best and brightest in ingredients, finished products, companies, people, and initiatives in the nutrition and dietary supplements industry. Commenting on being named a finalist, a spokesperson…