Noneedless to say, curiosity easily peaks when it comes to banana bread bars and peanut butter on the table, but cookie indicates when it’s also a nutrient-rich option. This is exactly where healthy recipe bloggers Whole With Beths Vegan High Protein Peanut Butter Banana Bread Bars come into play. See more Made with simple ingredients you probably already whip up in the kitchen (like bananas, almond flour, peanut butter, and protein powder), Beths’ recipe is quick to whip up, freezes well, and really—the texture of these bars it is similar…
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Popular protein shake has unhealthy levels of lead, a new lawsuit claims
BellRing Brands is accused in a new lawsuit of failing to monitor lead levels in its Premier Protein health shakes and exposing consumers to potentially dangerous levels of the contaminant, which is linked to cancer and birth defects. Three users of healthy smoothies are suing BellRing (ticker: BRBR), a spin-off of food conglomerate Post Holdings, and its subsidiary Premier Nutrition Co. over what they claim was a misrepresentation of the healthiness of the products due to levels of lead found in beverages through independent laboratory testing. The lawsuit was filed…
Read MoreAging and Diet: Can Eating More Protein Help Preserve Health?
Share on PinterestIt’s important to get protein from a range of sources, whether they’re plant or animal. Jordan Lye/Getty Images A new study in mice suggests that consuming a moderate amount of protein may be more conducive to metabolic health. In the study, the sweet spot for moderate protein consumption was 25% to 35% of a rat’s daily diet. Older people need more protein because the body is no longer able to process macronutrients efficiently. It only makes sense that a person’s nutritional needs change as they move through life…
Read MoreThe phenolic composition, antioxidant capacity and other functional properties of fresh and dried figs
In a recent study published in the Nutrients Journal, researchers explored the phytochemical contents and health benefits of consuming figs. Study: Phytochemical composition and health benefits of figs (fresh and dried): A literature review from 2000 to 2022. Image Credit: NewAfrica/Shutterstock.com Background Figs, scientifically known as Ficus carica, are deciduous trees or shrubs that belong to the Moraceae family. They are native to Southwest Asia and the Middle East. For centuries, people have recognized the value of these fruits for their positive impact on a variety of health issues, such…
Read MoreTop 10 vegetarian protein sources recommended by our expert nutritionist
The myth that vegetarian diets lack sufficient protein needs to be busted. Vegetarians can get enough protein from various meat-free sources, and certainly enough to build muscle and meet their fitness goals. You just need to know where to look. What is true is that it is not easy. Well, certainly not as easy as a diet that includes steak, chicken and fish. But, with a little planning, a meatless diet can provide all the protein and nutrients your body needs. Nutritional know-how to help build muscle Here is a…
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