The most common signs of vitamin D deficiency, according to doctors

Estimated read time

4 minute read Vitamin D is a vitamin that is not naturally found in many foods. Because of this, deficiencies are common and can have negative effects on things like bones and the immune system. Knowing the most common vitamin D deficiency symptoms can help you identify when you should take steps to increase your … Read more

A 40-year-old woman took creatine for 100 days and shared everything that changed

My gym buddies love creatine (Getty Stock)

One woman shared how creatine helped her both at the gym and at work, hoping to prove that this popular supplement is suitable for “regular people” as well as “men in muscle vests and toning their biceps.” She decided to see if it was as effective as everyone said by taking it for 100 days … Read more

This 5-day diet helped Crohn’s disease patients get better quickly

This 5-day diet helped Crohn's disease patients get better quickly

“What should I eat?” is one of the most common questions people with inflammatory bowel disease ask their doctors. It’s also the most difficult question to answer. Inflammatory bowel diseases, such as ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, are less well studied when it comes to diet. Large, well-controlled studies of dietary modification are limited. Now, … Read more

Is all chocolate good for you? this is what science says

Is all chocolate good for you? this is what science says

Cacao has been linked to a variety of benefits, including heart health, delayed aging, and improved cognition. However, experts warn that there is a caveat to this. advertisement advertisement Studies link cocoa with flavanols, powerful plant-based bioactive compounds and antioxidants, and theobromine, a bitter natural stimulant found in the cocoa plant and chocolate, as key … Read more

Taking too much vitamin D can cloud its benefits and pose health risks – Harvard Health

A small pile of vitamin D supplements.

Low blood levels of vitamin D are associated with increased risk for everything from heart disease, diabetes and cancer to mood disorders and dementia. So it may not be surprising that vitamin D supplements are popular. However, many people who take vitamin D supplements have no signs of vitamin D deficiency or underlying conditions that … Read more

Protein drinks seem like a no-brainer, but nutritionists say protein’s benefits aren’t what you think.

Asian athlete drinking health shake after training session

Drinking alcohol vs. eating protein: which is healthier?ATHVisions – Getty Images There’s never been a better time to include protein in your diet. In addition to foods that naturally contain protein, we now have a wide selection of products infused with liquid protein, such as coffee, shakes, and even soda. With that in mind, it’s … Read more

Walnuts vs. Almonds: Which is Better for Brain Health, According to Nutritionists?

healthy snack. Vega food. Food mix background, top view, copy space, banner.

Which is better for your brain? Walnut vs. AlmondJose Luis Laota – Getty Images What you eat affects the function of every part of your body, from your feet to your brain. So if you’re looking to fill your plate with the best foods to eat to improve your brain health, compare walnuts to almonds … Read more

Protein Plus Benefits: Why Dairy is a Nutritious and Smart Choice

Protein Plus Benefits: Why Dairy is a Nutritious and Smart Choice

It’s always great when you find something that can serve multiple roles. A babysitter who watches over children and cleans the house. A cleaning product that disinfects and deodorizes. Or a cell phone that replaces your camera, calendar, and GPS. When it comes to nutrition, protein gets a lot of attention, and for good reason. … Read more

All in protein in a little bit: How GLP-1 is changing restaurant menus

All in protein in a little bit: How GLP-1 is changing restaurant menus

The customer is always right. So when two patrons at different tables approached Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar co-founder Barry Gutin the same night to ask him the same question, Gutin listened and knew he would make a big change to the restaurant’s dining options. But what was that all-important question that could mandate … Read more

Protein chips, sex chocolate: what are “functional foods” and do they actually promote health?

Protein chips, sex chocolate: what are "functional foods" and do they actually promote health?

YYou are at the grocery store and looking for a sweet snack. But these days, Chocolate Corner promises more than that. Mental clarity, a stronger immune system, PMS relief, and even sexual stamina are all achieved in some squares. Chocolate isn’t the only snack that can be reinvented as a wellness product. Supermarket shelves are … Read more