(NewsNation) — A significant part of Americans’ diets consists of processed foods, often unnoticed. Even foods perceived as healthy undergo processing for ease, affordability and convenience. However, health workers caution excessive consumption of processed foods may pose health problems. “The longer the ingredients when you see things with added sugar or things you can’t pronounce,…

<!– –> Nutrition tips for working professionals (Photo Credit: iStock) Nutrition Tips for Working Professionals: Imagine preparing breakfast, lunch, and dinner in between a busy schedule – the very thought seems dreadful, isn’t it? We understand that in the hustle-bustle of a fast-paced work life, nutrition often takes a back seat. That is exactly when…

Research suggests that around 45 million Americans attempt to lose weight through dieting every year, and most of the time, it doesn’t work. This is often down to multiple factors, claims Harvard Health, but one key reason is that diets are often far too restrictive. After all, who wants to regularly miss out on their…

A nutrient-rich diet is essential for maintaining optimal health. Nutritious food contributes to overall wellness; protects against heart disease, diabetes and cancer; and can lower annual medical costs by an estimated average of $1,800 each year. With a growing body of research supporting the benefits of healthy eating, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…

For a quick breakfast, you may consider stopping at a drive-thru as you head out to start your day. Many fast-food restaurants offer a breakfast menu, but not all are created equally. You’ll find plenty of fried items, treats loaded with sugar, and coffee drinks that pack more calories than an entire meal! With options…

If chemistry and food science have never been your jam, there are probably a lot of food-related words that you know of but don’t actually know anything about. But when it comes to what you eat and how it impacts your health, nitrates and nitrites both rank high on the list of “What even are…

The prosecution: Orlaith I often ask Mum to go easy on the desserts, but she says kids deserve treats My parents, Conall and Maureen, love their grandkids, but they go against my wishes when it comes to feeding them. Áine is five and Joey is three – my husband, James, and I have strict requirements…

Today, we are living in an era where environmental and health concerns are becoming increasingly imperative. In a dynamic world where our choices have far-reaching implications for the environment and well-being, rejuvenating dietary habits by embracing a sustainable diet has emerged as a crucial step. Because adopting a more sustainable diet can result in a…