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☆ A personal trainer shared the 2 popular fitness supplements that she would never take
▼ + stars: | 2024-05-04 | by ( Rachel Hosie | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewPersonal trainer Hayley Madigan knows that certain supplements can help her feel and perform at her best. AdvertisementMadigan, who's based in Portsmouth, UK, told Business Insider why she avoids products including energy drinks and pre-workout supplements. Madigan avoids energy drinks and pre-workout supplementsIt's not uncommon to see people going into the gym sipping energy and pre-workout drinks, but not everyone gets on well with them. Madigan is not the only personal trainer to have stopped taking pre-workout supplements. "I prefer to add in more 'real food' as opposed to having too many artificial supplements throughout the day."

Persons: —, Hayley Madigan, Madigan, who's, Luke Worthington Organizations: Service, American Medical Association, Business, B12 Locations: Portsmouth, UK

☆ Taking too much of these 4 popular supplements can be dangerous, a toxicologist warns
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-16 | by ( Serafina Kenny | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

But too much of supplements, including fish oil and vitamin D, can be harmful. A toxicologist shared the side effects of overdoing some of the most popular supplements. AdvertisementChilcott shared the long-term risks of taking too much of some of the most popular supplements. You're unlikely to get symptoms from taking too much vitamin D if you're taking less than 250 mcg a day, according to the ODS. Of all the supplements Chilcott spoke about, he said this was the one that's the most potentially risky, but only at very high doses.

Persons: —, Rob Chilcott, Chilcott, it's Organizations: Service, University of Hertfordshire, FDA, Cleveland Clinic, BI, US Food and Drug Administration

☆ Should you take supplements? A scientist who researches whether they work explains 3 people who might benefit
▼ + stars: | 2024-04-01 | by ( Kim Schewitz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Read previewIs taking supplements a waste of time or vital for our health? Longevity fanatics such as multi-millionaire tech exec Bryan Johnson religiously take dozens of supplements daily in the hopes of boosting their health. Regardless of whether supplements work, they are hugely popular and the market only continues to grow. Richard Bloomer, a scientist who researches how safe and effective supplements are, told Business Insider that there are some products that do seem to have positive effects, while others are likely over-promising. Advertisement"There are many supplements that probably are not worth our time and money, but I think there are a lot of things that do have value.

Persons: —, Bryan Johnson, Richard Bloomer, Bloomer, vegans Organizations: Service, Business, American Medical Association, BI, B12

☆ I'm a nutritionist who shops at Costco for 2. Here are 15 things I always buy in bulk.
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-26 | by ( Candace Nelson | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +11 min

Candace Nelson for InsiderEggs are so versatile, and we eat a ton in my house since we're huge fans of breakfast burritos. Kirkland Signature's mixed-nut butter is wholesome and simpleKirkland Signature's nut butter is a great source of healthy fats. Candace Nelson for InsiderKirkland's mixed-nut butter is my all-time favorite Costco discovery — I recommend it to my nutrition clients and use it almost daily. Candace Nelson for InsiderI do most of my cooking in olive oil, so I keep it near the stove for easy access. Candace Nelson for InsiderI don't eat a lot of dairy but when I do, I prefer it in cheese form.

Persons: —, Candace Nelson, Kirkland Signature's, Kirkland's, I'm, Kirkland Organizations: Service, Business, Costco, Disney, Kirkland Locations: Costco, veggies

☆ 4 supplements a doctor specializing in nutrition and healthy aging takes daily, including herbs and vitamins
▼ + stars: | 2024-02-24 | by ( Kim Schewitz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

AdvertisementVitamin DGreger takes a vitamin D supplement every day. Most people get enough vitamin D from sunlight, but those living in colder climates are unlikely to get enough during winter and fall. "People eating a plant-based diet must ensure a regular, reliable source of vitamin B12 throughout their lifespan," Greger said. Vitamin B12 is generally considered safe, even at high doses, and has no established maximum dose, according to Healthline. AdvertisementAlgae-based DHAGreger takes an algae-based DHA supplement daily for brain health and cognitive function, he said.

Persons: —, Michael Greger, Greger, Loma, They're, there's, Ginger Organizations: Service, Business, USP, American Cancer Society, National Institutes of Health, Cleveland Clinic, B12, Harvard Medical School, Greger Locations: Sardinia, Italy, Loma Linda, California

☆ I'm a scientist who researches aging. These are the 6 supplements I take daily in the hope I'll live a long, healthy life.
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-31 | by ( Serafina Kenny | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +7 min

These include ginkgo biloba, fish oil, and folate. AdvertisementAn aging expert shared the six supplements he takes daily, which he hopes will help him live a long and healthy life. Advertisement"I take fish oil for fatty acids because I don't like fish," he said. Here's what to know about the supplements Clancy takes. AdvertisementOne large 2018 study, for instance, found that supplementing with one gram of fish oil per day didn't reduce the average risk of cardiovascular events or cancer in 25,871 participants.

Persons: David Clancy, —, Clancy, Ginkgo, It's, Howard LeWine Organizations: Service, Lancaster University, National, Harvard Health Publishing, Cleveland Clinic, Mayo

☆ Baked by Melissa, who invented the viral Green Goddess salad, shares 6 new dietitian-approved crunchy, veggie-packed salads
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-29 | by ( Kim Schewitz | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +12 min

Read previewMelissa Ben-Ishay, the creator of the viral Green Goddess salad , believes that meals should be both nutrient-dense and delicious. Dilly Chicken Salad on ToastDilly Chicken Salad on toast. Make the dressing: Whisk together the lemon juice, mayonnaise, mustard, pickle juice, garlic, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Scoop the chicken salad onto the bread with the lettuce and tomato and serve open-faced. Coffee Shop Sesame Chicken SaladCoffee Shop Sesame Chicken Salad.

Persons: —, Melissa Ben, Ishay, Sweets, Melissa, Ben, Ludlam, Raine, William Morrow, Ashley Sears, dill, Cook, Ashley Sears Ludlam, Shallot Vinaigrette, bok choy, bok, Ashley Sears Ben Organizations: Service, Business, HarperCollins Publishers, B12 Locations: New York City, tangier, Dijon, Fresh, dill, Kalamata

☆ Eating more protein may help women with healthy aging, a new study suggests. But the type you choose matters.
▼ + stars: | 2024-01-17 | by ( ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

Read previewIf you're hoping to age gracefully, getting enough protein may be a good place to start, new research suggests. The study followed women who were in good health and between their 30s to 50s at the start of the study. AdvertisementThey found that women who ate more protein had notably lower rates of chronic diseases linked to aging, including heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and cognitive decline. Future studies could also help explore who could benefit since the demographics in this study were limited to women of a specific age group and profession. The results also suggest it's a good idea to start eating enough protein in your younger years before health issues arise.

Persons: —, Andres Ardisson, Jean Mayer Organizations: Service, Business, American, Clinical Nutrition, Tufts University, Andres Ardisson Korat, Jean, Human Nutrition Research, Aging Locations: Korat

☆ The 5 supplements scientists recommend for longevity
▼ + stars: | 2023-12-04 | by ( Hilary Brueck | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +8 min

Supplements like vitamin D or magnesium may be in order. Vitamin D is essential for our bone density, helping us convert calcium into strength. Generally, we absorb most of our vitamin D from the sun, so many people choose to supplement their vitamin D intake in the wintertime, when we aren't getting as many rays outside. AdvertisementLongevity doctor Peter Attia pops several different kinds of magnesium every day, to promote healthy aging. Fine-tune your diet and exercise routine before you try supplements, experts sayLongevity experts recommend adding more vegetables, beans, nuts, and seeds into your diet.

Persons: —, Nir Barzilai, Dr, Andrea Maier, Angelo Cavalli, immunologist Anthony Fauci, Bryan Johnson, Barzilai, it's, nicotinamide, Ivan, Paul Robbins, Peter Attia, Maier, that's, Kate Hull Organizations: Service, Institute for Aging Research, Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Healthy Longevity, National University of Singapore, US Food and Drug Administration, Getty, FDA Locations: Singapore

☆ Iron deficiency could be making millions of Americans tired. 5 foods high in iron, from meat to produce, could help fix it.
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-27 | by ( Kate Hull | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +5 min

Alexander Spatari/ Getty ImagesIron comes in two different forms: heme iron and nonheme iron. Animal products contain heme iron, which comes from hemoglobin — a protein responsible for transporting oxygen in blood. Roughly 25 to 30 percent of heme iron is absorbed by your body, according to a 2019 study . However, these foods contain nonheme iron — a type of iron that is not as readily absorbed by the body. Witthaya Prasongsin/ Getty ImagesWhite beans are a good source of nonheme iron: A 1-cup serving of canned white beans contains 8 mg of nonheme iron .

Persons: —, Alexander Spatari, Prasongsin, it's Organizations: Service, American Society of Hematology, National Institutes of Health, Consumer

☆ Eating plant-based foods instead of meat may cut diabetes and heart disease risk
▼ + stars: | 2023-11-20 | by ( Issy Ronald | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +6 min

CNN —Replacing animal-based food such as red and processed meat or eggs with plant-based options such as nuts or legumes may reduce the risk of developing heart disease and type 2 diabetes, a comprehensive review has found. Previous studies have already indicated some health benefits from plant-based diets. Simply switching animal-based products for plant-based products doesn’t automatically result in a healthy diet. “We need to be cautious about words like plant-based, which can be used by food manufacturers,” Mellor said. “Just because the statistics say a swap reduces risk, does it make culinary and cultural sense?

Persons: ” Sabrina Schlesinger, Schlesinger, Duane Mellor, ”, Mellor, wasn’t, ” Mellor, “ Organizations: CNN, BMC Medicine, German Diabetes Center, Aston Medical School, World Health Organization, US Department of Agriculture Locations: Düsseldorf, Birmingham, UK

☆ What to Know About the Link Between Red Meat and Type 2 Diabetes
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-20 | by ( Knvul Sheikh | ) www.nytimes.com time to read: +2 min

The study does not show that eating red meat directly causes Type 2 diabetes; it only shows an association between how much red meat you eat and your risk of disease. But the study’s findings echo other research that raises concerns about eating large amounts of red meat, and suggest that dietary changes could make an impact. Why might red meat be harmful to your health? “Red meat has pros and cons,” said Dr. Ruchi Mathur, an endocrinologist at Cedars-Sinai in Los Angeles who was not involved in the study. But red meat is also high in saturated fat, and “depending on the processing, can be high in sodium and preservatives,” Dr. Mathur said.

Persons: —, ”, Ruchi Mathur, Dr, Mathur Locations: Cedars, Sinai, Los Angeles

☆ Doubts abound about a new Alzheimer’s blood test
▼ + stars: | 2023-10-18 | by ( Judith Graham | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +10 min

The Quest Diagnostics blood test, AD-Detect, measures elevated levels of amyloid-beta proteins, a signature characteristic of Alzheimer’s. But Alzheimer’s researchers and clinicians aren’t convinced the Quest test is backed by sound scientific research. Though blood tests for Alzheimer’s are likely to become common in the years ahead, the Alzheimer’s Association said it’s premature to offer a test of this kind directly to consumers. Because the science behind blood tests for Alzheimer’s is still developing and because “patients may not really understand the uncertainty of test results,” Edelmayer said, the Alzheimer’s Association “does not endorse the use of the AD-Detect test by consumers.”Quest’s blood test is one of several developments altering the landscape of Alzheimer’s care in the United States. The bottom line: Before taking a test, “older adults need to ask themselves, ‘Why do I want to know this?

Persons: aren’t, Alzheimer’s, Michael Racke, ”, there’s, Suzanne Schindler, St . Louis, That’s, ” Schindler, Racke, Meera Sheffrin, —, Rebecca Edelmayer, ” Edelmayer, Eric Widera, Dr, Sanjay Gupta, Emily Largent, ’ ”, Munro Cullum Organizations: Health, Diagnostics, Alzheimer’s Association, Quest, University of Michigan, International Conference, Washington University School of Medicine, Senior, Stanford Healthcare, The University of Michigan, FDA, National Institute, Aging, University of California, Get CNN, CNN Health, University, Pennsylvania’s Perelman, of Medicine, HIPAA, University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Kaiser Health, KFF Locations: U.S, San Diego, St ., United States, San Francisco

☆ Eating chocolate or cheese every day won't hurt your health, says nutritionist—just follow this rule
▼ + stars: | 2023-09-08 | by ( Lauren Armstrong | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +4 min

Many people might describe certain foods like chocolate, cheese or potato chips as "guilty pleasures." If you want a single serving of potato chips, for example, it's going to be one to two ounces. Single-serving bags of chipsWhen I open a full-sized bag of chips, I can lose all sense of what a single serving is. That's why I've switched to one-ounce mini bags of chips, as they're usually perfectly portioned out to be a single serving. My fiancé and I love going out to dinner for date nights, and we often share entrees or desserts.

Persons: I've, that's, Lauren Armstrong, Lauren Organizations: American Heart Association, Children, Western Michigan University Locations: cheddar, dietetics, Western

☆ Eat lower on the seafood chain for vital nutrients, says Harvard professor of nutrition: Here's what that means
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-25 | by ( Renée Onque | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

More and more people are adding fish into their diets for the heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. But it may be time to skip the salmon and tuna, and reach for foods lower on the seafood chain like sardines and clams instead. "So, although they are underutilized, they're really good at delivering those sorts of nutrients." Bivalves, like mussels, are also a "really healthy choice," Golden notes, and they're great sources of zinc and calcium. Here's what Golden recommends adding to your diet to replace foods like red meat and farmed salmon.

Persons: Christopher Golden, they're Organizations: Harvard, of Public Health, CNBC Locations: Chan

☆ Bone loss occurs in teens who have weight loss surgery, study says. Is that unique?
▼ + stars: | 2023-06-13 | by ( Sandee Lamotte | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

CNN —The bones of teens and young adults who lost significant weight after bariatric surgery were weaker than those of youth with similar levels of obesity who did not have surgery, a new study found. Despite counseling, teens and young adults who did not undergo weight loss surgery continued to gain weight over those two years, the study found. However, it’s difficult to accurately study bone loss in adolescents and young adults. A study would need to follow teens who underwent surgery for at least 10 years to determine if the bone loss seen in the new study lasts, Inge said. “That’s why we insist that people undergoing weight loss surgery take their multivitamin with calcium and vitamin D every day, just like medicine.”

Persons: Miriam Bredella, “, ” Bredella, Don’t, Thomas Inge, Robert H, Lurie, ”, Inge, they’re, Bredella, it’s, Justin Ryder, Ryder, Heike Faber, iStockphoto, haven’t, ” Ryder, ” Inge Organizations: CNN, Harvard Medical School, Massachusetts General Hospital, Ann, Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago, NASA, BMI, Northwestern University’s Feinberg School of Medicine, “ Locations: Massachusetts, Boston, Chicago

☆ Lower cholesterol with a plant-based diet, study says
▼ + stars: | 2023-05-24 | by ( Sandee Lamotte | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +5 min

In study particpants, LDL levels dropped 10% and total cholesterol declined 7% for people following a plant-based diet when compared with those who eat both meat and plants, the study found. A plant-based diet can help reduce LDL cholesterol, a new study said. Statin treatment is superior to plant-based diets in reducing fats and cholesterol levels, Frikke-Schmidt said in a statement. In addition, people who transition to a plant-based diet should still be mindful about the kinds of foods they’re consuming. “Not all plant-based diets are equal,” said Aedin Cassidy, professor and director for interdisciplinary research at the Institute for Global Food Security in Queen’s University Belfast, in a statement.

☆ How healthy imitation crab is compared to other seafood, and what surimi sticks are actually made of
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-07 | by ( Crystal Raypole | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +6 min

While imitation crab is more affordable than real crab, it doesn't have as much nutritional value. Once imitation crab hit the markets in the late '70s, it became wildly popular as an affordable alternative to crab meat. Yet while real crab packs a major protein punch, imitation crab doesn't have quite as much nutritional value. Imitation crab contains little or no real crab. Brian Vander Brug / Contributor / Getty ImagesThe rising costs of crab have made imitation crab a more appealing option for many shoppers.

☆ 2 college friends created energy gum and mints that got the attention of Kevin O'Leary and Robert Herjavec on 'Shark Tank.' They turned down the offers and still built a 7-figure business while workin
▼ + stars: | 2023-03-02 | by ( Kathleen Elkins | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +9 min

College friends Kent Yoshimura and Ryan Chen came up with the idea of making caffeinated gum in 2013. "Shark Tank" stars Robert Herjavec and Kevin O'Leary both wanted a piece of the company when the co-founders entered the tank three years ago. Yoshimura and Chen came up with the idea of creating energy gum and mints on a 2013 scuba diving trip. Courtesy of Kent Yoshimura and Ryan ChenIt was on a scuba diving trip in 2013 when the friends thought about creating an energy product more approachable than pills. Turning down a $1 million deal from Robert Herjavec on 'Shark Tank'In 2019, Yoshimura and Chen got a casting call from the hit business reality TV show "Shark Tank."

☆ Powerade is taking a jab at Gatorade with new formula and packaging
▼ + stars: | 2023-02-01 | by ( Danielle Wiener-Bronner | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +4 min

Powerade is taking on Gatorade with its new packaging. The unit now oversees the Powerade brand for Coke, and it has been making the changes — and spotlighting comparisons to Gatorade. Working together, “we can use, now, BodyArmor and Powerade as a one-two punch to beat Gatorade,” Muyshondt told CNN. Today, Gatorade controls about 63% of the US sports drinks market by volume, according to data from Euromonitor International. Coca-Cola’s strategy is about more than just gaining a bigger share in the sports drinks market.

☆ 4 essential food pairings for optimal nutrient absorption, from a vegan dietitian
▼ + stars: | 2023-01-19 | by ( Renée Onque | ) www.cnbc.com time to read: +1 min

We all seem to be looking for more ways to get the nutrients our bodies need, but nutrient intake is so much more than just the foods we eat. Multiple factors go into how your body absorbs food, according to Catherine Perez, a vegan dietitian. "Regardless of your dietary choices, your ability to absorb nutrients is going to kind of change throughout your life cycle," she says. And when you're older, your body won't digest certain vitamins like B12 as well as others, because your stomach acid decreases as you age. Luckily, there are certain nutrients that, when paired together, can increase your ability to absorb them.

☆ Making the case for anchovies
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-12 | by ( Casey Barber | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +7 min

Bagna cauda, the Italian dipping sauce made from anchovies, garlic, butter and olive oil, is traditionally served with crudités as an appetizer. Bagna cauda is an Italian dipping sauce for vegetables made from anchovies, garlic, butter and olive oil. Anchovies in pastaFinally, the same strategy of dissolving the umami flavors of anchovies in a sauce comes into play when making a rich and comforting pasta. When buying anchoviesWhen choosing a tin or jar of anchovies, Roman said to make sure the anchovies are oil-packed, salt-cured anchovy fillets, not brined, pickled or whole anchovies. Though the ingredients in each container should be the same — anchovies, salt and olive oil — the fillets will vary in saltiness, taste and texture.

☆ I tried a $5 hangover pill. The next morning, I felt like I'd barely had anything to drink at all.
▼ + stars: | 2022-12-04 | by ( Ryan Hogg | ) www.businessinsider.com time to read: +4 min

The next morning, I had no hangover symptoms and was amazed at my productivity. Myrkl pills are transparent capsules containing brown granules, and nearly an inch long. It felt like I'd barely had anything to drink the night before. Overall, Myrkl seemed to help me grapple with hangover symptoms and sustain my productivity without forcing me to sacrifice post-work drinks. While the best option is always to limit your alcohol consumption, Myrkl might make happy hour a little more cheerful.

☆ Plant milks or dairy: What's better for you and planet Earth?
▼ + stars: | 2022-11-15 | by ( Sandee Lamotte | ) edition.cnn.com time to read: +12 min

The advertisement featuring a pearly white, cow’s milk mustache on a smiling face sends a message often repeated at home: Dairy milk is good for you. Fat, sodium and cholesterol: Compared to dietary cholesterol in whole dairy, most plant milks are good choices — plant foods never have dietary cholesterol, Gardner said. Sodium levels are relatively equal between plant milks and dairy at about 100 milligrams of sodium. “No need to fear the fat of most plant-based milks — unsaturated fats are considered healthful in the modest quantities found in plant-based milks,” Gardner said. Plant milks have no such advantage, and this is where nutrition can stumble, Gardner said.

☆ Gummy Vitamins Are Surging in Popularity. Are They Healthy or Just Candy?
▼ + stars: | 2022-10-11 | by ( Alex Janin | ) www.wsj.com time to read: 1 min

Are you stressed out? There’s a gummy for that—and for just about any ailment you can think of. Sweet gummy worms blended with vitamin D and saffron purport to “deliver a delightful dose of cheer.” Marketing for strawberry-flavored spheres with B12 and a supplement called citicoline says the gummy “powers your focus.”

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