In recent years, plant-based diets have surged in popularity. From social media influencers to medical professionals, many praise plant-forward eating as the key to better health, longevity, and sustainability. Grocery shelves are now packed with plant-based alternatives, often marketed as...
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Food and Nutrition
Nutrition for Growing Teens
Fats are also important, though they should be consumed in moderation. Healthy fats provide energy and help in the absorption of certain vitamins. Sources of healthy fats include nuts, seeds, vegetable oils, avocados, and fish. Junk foods containing unhealthy fats...
Food and Nutrition
Biofortified Crops: Fighting Malnutrition Through Genetic Innovation
Malnutrition remains one of the most pressing global health challenges of the 21st century. Despite advances in agriculture and food distribution, over 2 billion people worldwide suffer from “hidden hunger” — a deficiency of essential vitamins and minerals that may...
Food and Nutrition
Functional Foods: Are “Superfoods” Really That Super?
In recent years, the term “superfood” has become a buzzword in the world of health and wellness. From acai berries and kale to chia seeds and matcha, certain foods have been elevated to almost mythical status — praised for their...
