January 25th, 2025
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Nutrition is essential for child brain development, which lays the foundation for lifetime attention, emotion, and behavior regulation, and overall mental health. Essential nutrients that support brain development and mental health include: Vitamins: A, B, C, D, & E. Minerals: Magnesium, Zinc, Iron, Selenium. Fatty Acids: Omega 3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). Dietary Fiber. Studies also identify harmful […]
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January 18th, 2025
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In the heart of Boulder, CO, a new battle is brewing against the predatory practices of the food industry. This fight echoes the historic struggle against Big Tobacco, drawing alarming parallels between the two. The Rise of Big Food Just as Big Tobacco once manipulated public perception and downplayed the dangers of smoking, Big Food […]
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January 15th, 2025
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In a groundbreaking decision for Boulder and National public health, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially banned the use of Red Dye No. 3 in food products and ingested medications. This significant action comes more than thirty years after initial studies revealed concerning links between the dye and cancer in animal models. […]
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January 15th, 2025
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In the heart of Boulder, CO, Dr. Brenna Bray, PhD founded and leads the NourishED Research Foundation, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit research foundation that uses research to improve awareness, prevention, treatment, and the lived experiences of eating disorders and other mental health disparities. Among its many activities, NourishED uses research to raise awareness about the […]
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January 11th, 2025
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In a groundbreaking lawsuit, 18-year-old Bryce Martinez from Warrington, Pennsylvania, has taken on 11 major food companies, claiming that ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) are as addictive as cigarettes and have led to serious health issues, including fatty liver disease and Type 2 diabetes. In a groundbreaking lawsuit, an 18-year-old Pennsylvanian takes on 11 major food companies, […]
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April 25th, 2024
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The dog food isle is filled with options. The grocery store has many feet of shelf space devoted to dog food options. A large store devoted to pets like Petsmart has many more times the number of options to feed your pampered pup. We all want to feed our four-legged friend the finest food […]
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April 21st, 2024
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Sea greens, also known as sea vegetables, are a group of foods in the seaweed family, that grow in the ocean. If you eat Japanese food you may be familiar with some sea greens – nori, the dark green wrapper on your sushi, or kombu, a common ingredient in miso soup. If you think you’ve […]
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March 17th, 2024
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As Boulder dons its festive hues of green, St. Patrick’s Day brings a fresh take on tradition with a focus on cabbage, a leafy powerhouse that’s stealing the show from corned beef. The Humble Cabbage: A St. Patrick’s Staple Cabbage has long been associated with St. Patrick’s Day, often served alongside corned beef in a […]
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March 17th, 2024
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Nestled among the majestic peaks of Boulder, Colorado, lies a verdant treasure trove: dark leafy greens. These emerald wonders thrive in our crisp mountain air, offering a wealth of health benefits year-round. Whether it’s St. Patrick’s Day or any ordinary day, let’s explore how these greens can elevate your well-being. The Nutritional Powerhouses Dark leafy greens […]
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March 13th, 2024
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In the heart of Boulder, where health and wellness are as much a part of the city as the Flatirons, soy has taken its rightful place as a nutritional powerhouse. This humble bean, often enjoyed as edamame, is not only a complete protein but also a rich source of vitamins and minerals essential for our […]
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