Ingredients

Learn about ingredients, their health benefits, and how they fit into various dietary approaches.

June 7, 2018

Ractopamine Hydrochloride or simply Ractopamine is a beta agonist drug that increases protein synthesis that has been approved in the United States as a livestock feed additive to improve weight gain, muscle mass, limit fat deposition, lessen waste production, and even reduce overall feed consumption. In animals, ractopamine works to increase protein synthesis and thicken muscle fibers leading to quicker, leaner growth. An estimated 80% of all beef, swine, and turkey in the United States are...

What Is Propylene Glycol?

May 24, 2018

Propylene glycol is a viscous, colorless liquid compound that is nearly odorless but possesses a faintly sweet taste. It is found in industrial-grade levels in products like antifreeze, cushions, and paints. In foods, the levels are considered pharmaceutical-grade and are a common food additive or ingredient in cosmetic products, spices, and natural flavors. Propylene glycol as a food additive is "generally recognized as safe" given its toxicological profile by The US Food and Drug...

Are White Potatoes Paleo?

April 5, 2018

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What Is Lion’s Mane Mushroom?

November 16, 2017

Lion's Mane Mushroom is an edible and medicinal mushroom that can be identified by its long spines, growing on hardwoods, particularly the American Beech. General Information Lion’s Mane mushroom has a long history of use in Chinese medicine, which has garnered more interest in the world of “smart drugs” and “nootropics.” The Lion’s Mane has grown in popularity due to its ability to naturally and safely enhance cognitive function and performance, while bodies of research suggest that Lion’s...

Health Benefits of Coffee You Might Not Have Known

November 14, 2016

Coffee. Pretty much the first word out of your mouth in the morning, more often than not uttered like a zombie from some 80's movie. Without that magic elixir, who knows how many pedestrians as you'll run over on your way to work or how many coworkers you'll strangle with your bare hands. Now we all know it's the caffeine in the coffee that gives us the energy we need to get through the day, but did you know that coffee also has a multitude of other benefits? Here are some health benefits of...

Ceylon vs Cassia : 9 Important Things to Know about Cinnamon

November 9, 2016

[dropcap]T[/dropcap]his Thanksgiving holiday we will gather around a table to eat and celebrate with our friends and family. Many recipes made for the Thanksgiving feast will include a spice favorite for many cooks and bakers; cinnamon. But did you know there is more than one kind of cinnamon? And did you know that the different types of cinnamon will affect your health differently? This time we are checking out the differences between ceylon vs cassia cinnamon, and giving you 9 very...