Explains the main compounds found in food and what they do.
Introduction Walk down any supermarket aisle and you will see it on almost every label: “natural flavor” or “artificial flavor.”… READ MORE
Introduction Most people think of their kitchen as the safest room in the house — the place where nourishing food… READ MORE
Introduction The human gut contains trillions of microorganisms — bacteria, fungi, viruses, and archaea — collectively known as the gut… READ MORE
Introduction Walk into any modern kitchen and you will likely find a jar of pink Himalayan salt sitting on the… READ MORE
Introduction The immune system protects the body from infections and diseases. It works every day to fight harmful bacteria and… READ MORE
You pay a steep premium for that bright green sticker. You trust it. You feed it to your children. But… READ MORE
Introduction The word “superfood” has become very popular in recent years. It is often used to describe foods that contain… READ MORE
Most people think of food as something that nourishes. But the food system today involves a remarkably complex chemical landscape… READ MORE
Organic food is not chemical free and conventional food is not harmful when safe limits are followed. What matters most… READ MORE
Introduction Modern lifestyles have made convenience a priority. Many people choose foods that are quick to prepare and easy to… READ MORE
Introduction Food today travels long distances before reaching the consumer. To keep food fresh and attractive during storage and transportation,… READ MORE
Introduction Inside the human digestive system lives a vast community of microorganisms. These microorganisms are known as gut bacteria. Scientists… READ MORE
Introduction Energy is essential for every function in the human body. From breathing and digestion to movement and thinking, every… READ MORE
Introduction Sugar is one of the most common ingredients in modern diets. It is found in desserts, soft drinks, snacks,… READ MORE
Introduction Food does much more than simply satisfy hunger. The nutrients we consume every day influence many biological processes inside… READ MORE
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