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Nutrition

a person scooping brown sugar from a glass jar

This Is Your Body on Sugar

Here's how sugar affects major systems in your body, including your oral microbiome, your joints, and your brain.
By Michael Dregni
Food Addiction
Plate of salad and drink on a table.

Talks — S13, EP2 / Why Generic Diets Fall Short and How to Build a Nutrition Plan That Fits You

Learn what “personalized nutrition” really looks like and why building a plan around who you are and what your body needs is so important.

With Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT
Meal Planning & PrepNutrition Tips
black sesame seeds

The Healing Power of Black Sesame Seeds

Traditional Chinese Medicine has long prized this tiny black seed for nourishing the liver and kidneys. Learn how to cook with black sesame seeds — and try our recipe for nutrient-dense sesame bars.
By Rachel MacPherson
Cooking & Food
Medicine for All People by Geeta Maker-Clark

How Food Became My Medicine

In her new book, Medicine for All People: Science and Ancient Wisdom for Revolutionary Healing, Geeta Maker-Clark, MD, draws on the Ayurvedic wisdom of her Punjabi upbringing to explain why food is one of our most powerful — and overlooked — medicines.
By Geeta Maker-Clark, MD
Cooking & FoodFunctional/Integrative Medicine
supplements strewn on a counter

5 Ways Postbiotics Are Different From Probiotics

Postbiotics work differently than probiotics. Researchers are still uncovering postbiotics’ full potential, but they’ve already discovered several promising benefits.
By Adam Meyer
Nutrition TipsSupplements
Ashwagandha poweder on a table.

Should I Consider an Ashwagandha Supplement?

Learn how this adaptogen can help improve your body’s resilience to stress.
By Chella Wahlin, MS, RD, LD, CSSD
StressSupplements
Sandwich from LifeCafe on a plate.

What’s New at the LifeCafe in Omaha

With thoughtful menu updates and a renewed focus on hospitality, members will soon have more to look forward to.
By Callie Fredrickson
Membership
a person pours sweetener into her drink

This Is Your Brain on Artificial Sweeteners

New research shows a connection between sugar substitutes and cognitive decline. Here's what you need to know.
By Meredith Begley
Brain HealthFood Culture
marinade

Make Any Marinade With This 4-Step Template

Marinades do far more than add flavor. When made with the right ingredients, they can significantly reduce carcinogens from forming during grilling.
By Rachel MacPherson
Cooking & Food
A person lifting a piece of fruit to their mouth.

3 Nutrition Myths About Fruit, Debunked

Dig into some common misconceptions and learn the truth about eating fruit.
By Emily Ewen
Nutrition Tips
A spoon is in a cup stirring a supplement into water.

What Is Fibermaxxing?

Nutrition experts on what they want you to know about this “maxxing” trend and its implications for fiber intake.
By Tina Nguyen
Nutrition Tips
a grill and table of food

Your Grill-Night Safety Checklist

Essential practices to ensure you're keeping your family and friends safe during grill season.
By Rachel MacPherson
Cooking & Food
Man sitting down with a beverage in front of him.

Should I Drink Protein During My Workout?

Protein matters for muscle recovery and growth, but during a workout, opting for essential amino acids — protein’s building blocks — is typically a better choice.
By Chella Wahlin, MS, RD, LD, CSSD
Nutrition TipsRecovery
meat and veggies on a grill

What Are the Best Meat and Plant-Based Options for the Grill?

Smart protein choices and quick cooking can reduce harmful compounds without sacrificing flavor.
By Rachel MacPherson
Cooking & FoodNutrition Tips
postbiotic rich foods

What Are Postbiotics?

You’ve probably heard of prebiotics and probiotics. Meet another biotic that can influence your gut health.
By Adam Meyer
Gut HealthNutrition Tips
healthy grilled food

Your Healthy Grilling Guide

Grilling can produce harmful compounds. Here are our tips for reducing carcinogens, improving flavor, and adding nutrients to your next cookout.
By Rachel MacPherson
Cooking & FoodNutrition Tips
person scooping supplement into water

How Much Hydration Do I Really Need in the Summer Heat?

Recommendations for staying hydrated during the warmer months.
By Tina Nguyen
Nutrition TipsSupplements
med chickpea salad

4 No-Cook Summer Meals

Beat the heat with these fresh dishes — no stove required.
By Kate Morgan
Cooking & Food
a variety of spices

5 Spice Blends for Grilling Season

Try these simple, flavorful seasoning mixes to elevate your next grilling session.
By José Guzman, RDN
Cooking & Food
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Talks — S12, EP35 / How Exogenous Ketones Support Clarity and Resilience (Sponsored)

Learn how exogenous ketones can support mental clarity, metabolic flexibility, and long-term resilience.

With Devon Price and Brandon Dyksterhouse
Brain HealthHealthy Aging
an array of foods that help support a balanced nervous system

The Best Foods to Balance Your Nervous System

What you eat directly affects your autonomic nervous system. Focus on these foods and nutrients to support neurotransmitter balance, stress resilience, and calm.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC
Nutrition TipsVitamins/Minerals
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