Tag: Nutritional impact

While most people are aware that vitamin D is crucial for good health, a recent review noted that low serum levels have been linked to hair loss conditions like alopecia areata. This raises a lesser-known but critical question: can taking too much vitamin D make you lose your hair? In rare cases, the answer is yes.

Studies have shown that consuming alcohol after a workout can decrease muscle protein synthesis by up to 37%. This startling statistic reveals a key physiological truth: the combination of protein and alcohol is not a recipe for optimal muscle growth, and they mix poorly from a metabolic standpoint.

A 2021 meta-analysis published in the journal *Nutrition Journal* found a significant inverse association between sugar-sweetened beverage consumption and bone mineral density in adults. The long-debated link between soda consumption and compromised bone health is complex, with multiple factors at play beyond a simple reduction in calcium absorption. While carbonation itself isn't a culprit, certain ingredients in many sodas warrant closer inspection.

According to the National Institutes of Health, Olestra is a non-absorbed, non-caloric fat replacement that passes through the digestive tract largely unchanged. Its unique molecular structure prevents it from being digested, leading many to question if olestra can be absorbed in the gut and how it affects the body.

According to nutrition experts, any amount of calories, no matter how small, will technically break a fast. This means that yes, a single bite of fruit will break a fast, but the impact depends heavily on your specific fasting goals.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a healthy diet is a cornerstone of good health, protecting against numerous chronic diseases like heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. This principle underpins the answer to the question: how does food affect quality of life?

In a recent study published in *Frontiers in Nutrition*, researchers found that the artificial sweetener neotame can damage the intestinal wall and promote pathogenic changes in gut bacteria. So, what does neotame do to your body and are the once-presumed benefits being overshadowed by newly discovered risks?

According to research, the frequent consumption of deep-fried foods like onion rings may increase the risk of obesity, type 2 diabetes, and high blood pressure. However, preparation methods significantly affect how this snack impacts the body.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), pasteurization has greatly reduced milk-borne illnesses since the early 1900s. However, consumers and nutrition experts often question: are there any drawbacks to pasteurization? The process, which uses heat to kill harmful pathogens, is not without its trade-offs, which include minor changes to nutritional content and sensory properties of food.

Originating in the 1920s among farm laborers, the tradition of pouring salted peanuts directly into a bottle of Coca-Cola is a classic Southern custom. For those new to this unique food pairing, the question remains: can we drink Coke after eating peanuts without adverse effects or is there a hidden risk?