Tag: Evidence based health

Incorporated as a 501c3 nonprofit in 2003, the acclaimed website and public service platform for NutritionFacts.org was officially launched by Dr. Michael Greger eight years later in 2011. The organization’s history is defined by two key dates, marking its legal establishment versus its public online debut.

Anecdotal evidence has long suggested that diluted apple cider vinegar can settle an upset stomach, but robust scientific data is lacking. This article examines the popular claims and investigates if vinegar can get rid of nausea, providing safer, proven alternatives.

Approximately half of all American adults regularly take a vitamin or mineral supplement, spending billions each year on these products. But for the average, healthy individual, is this investment truly beneficial, or is it merely creating 'expensive urine'?

Creatine is arguably the most extensively studied and scientifically validated dietary supplement of all time, with thousands of published studies examining its effects. The question of which is the most research supplement in the world is almost universally answered with this non-essential amino acid derivative, which has a remarkable record of both efficacy and safety.

Major health organizations like the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics recognize that appropriately planned vegan diets can be nutritionally adequate for all life stages, and doctors support a vegan diet under these specific conditions. This medical consensus signals a broader acceptance of plant-based eating, but it is crucial to understand the nuances and proper planning involved to maximize benefits and mitigate risks.

While newborn mammals rely on colostrum for essential nutrients and immune factors, there is debate over whether adult humans can reap the same benefits from bovine colostrum supplements. So, is colostrum worth all the hype, or are the promises of better gut health and enhanced immunity simply overblown wellness trends?

With more than one in three adults taking a multivitamin, often with hopes of preventing chronic disease, a growing body of scientific evidence is challenging this common practice. For the average person with a balanced diet, the question remains: do healthy adults need multivitamins, or is this billion-dollar industry built on shaky ground?

According to recent research published in *JAMA Network Open*, daily multivitamin use was not associated with a lower risk of death in healthy adults. This surprising finding leads many to question: are one-a-day multivitamins any good, or is the wellness industry's most popular product just a waste of money?

Did you know that half of American adults take a multivitamin, representing a market valued at billions annually? This raises a critical question: do multivitamins make any difference for your health, or is the benefit more perception than a pill?

Historically, breast milk has been used as a folk remedy for various ailments, but modern scientific consensus challenges its efficacy for adults. Many people wonder, are there any health benefits to adults drinking breast milk, or is it a misconception based on its potent effects for infants?