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5 best almond milk brands in India for lactose intolerant and vegan consumers
Vegan and plant-based diets are becoming increasingly popular around the world. Of these, almond milk has found many takers. It is popular among vegans, lactose intolerant people, and those seeking a healthier alternative to the traditional cow milk. Some of the best almond milk brands in India bring you the goodness of this variety, and…
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Raymond Nolet’s elixir of life
When you walk into the lobby at Brightlands Campus Greenport Venlo, the first thing you see in the corner to your right is a tower. At this Nutritional Concepts Lab brews Venlo native and MiFood director Raymond Nolet super-healthy drinks with his team (two employees plus interns). Drinks that, in their plastic packaging, are nearly…
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Eating healthy in college: is it viable?
(Photo courtesy of: Thomas McAndrews) “McAndrews picking fresh apples at Parlee Farms.” Ashley GreeneConnector Contributor Maintaining healthy food habits while balancing a rigorous class schedule is difficult for many college students. Students at UMass Lowell mention numerous challenges with eating healthy, including a lack of nutritional information and variety at the dining hall, not enough…
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6 collagen-rich foods for healthy joints, skin and hair
Collagen is a protein that has becoming increasingly popular in the health and fitness industry. While collagen supplements are a hit in the beauty market, there are many health benefits of collagen-rich foods in your diet. From improving your muscle and joint health to rejuvenating your skin and hair – there’s a lot they can…
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What a nutritionist would order at Chick-fil-A for a balanced meal
Navigating the Chick-fil-A menu in pursuit of a healthy meal can be a challenge, especially when a Chick-fil-A Deluxe Sandwich, waffle fries and milkshake are calling your name. With a menu that revolves around fried chicken, it’s safe to say not everything on the Chick-fil-A lineup is inherently nutrient-dense. Still, with a bit of strategic planning, you…
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Health ‘influencers’ are eating raw liver! But is this healthy? We find out
Prominent health influencers on Instagram, including “Liver King” Brian Johnson and Dr Paul Saladino, are leading a new and unconventional movement, advocating for the inclusion of raw liver and other raw organ meats in everyday diet for its purported health benefits. Setting aside the question of whether this is appetising or not, Indian doctors are…
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All students needs healthy meals even if they can’t pay
A Guilderland grandmother called us this week in support of the school district offering its students free breakfasts and lunches. “All the school districts are hopping on the wagon,” she said, naming several area districts that have announced they will provide free food to all students. “I have five grandchildren and my two daughters both…
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Chicken soup? Tea? Here’s what to feed your body when it’s sick
Chicken soup. Half a grapefruit. Steaming hot tea. When you’re sick everyone from grandma to the next-door neighbor has a helpful suggestion for food that will put you on the road to recovery. What should we make of this wisdom—do some foods really help us feel better, or even actually get better? And if so,…
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Domino’s innovation lead talks trends, nutrition and sustainability in pizza: ‘You couldn’t do this job if you didn’t love food’
Last month, Domino’s Pizza Group announced its famed Christmas pizza ‘The Festive One’ was returning to menus. The pizza is a far cry from the classic Margherita: while similarly topped with cheese and tomato, it is also covered in Christmas trimmings. These include pulled turkey breast marinaded in sage and onion, sausage, smoked bacon and…
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Ultra-processed foods: expert stresses importance of consumer communication
Consumers will likely seek minimally processed products following recent headlines spotlighting the potential health implications associated with UPF consumption, Alex Beckett, director of Mintel, tells NutraIngredients. Yet, following new research suggesting that not all UPFs are harmful to health, Beckett asserts that companies should focus on communicating the benefits that processing can offer, such as…