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News & Articles By Coco Somers
06/28/2026
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By Coco Somers
Swiss Chard: A Nutrient-Dense Leafy Green Often Overlooked in Produce Aisle
Swiss chard, a leafy green vegetable typically costing $3 to $4.50 per bunch, provides significant nutritional value per serving, according to dietitians and recent research. Despite being overshadowed by more popular greens like spinach and kale, Swiss chard offers a mild, slightly earthy flavor and a dense profile of vitamins, minerals, and fiber. According to […]
06/27/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Nutrition Knowledge Does Not Translate Into Healthy Eating Behaviors
A new mixed-methods study examining workplace dietary habits among 232 university employees in Saudi Arabia found that high levels of nutrition knowledge did not translate into healthy eating behaviors. The research, published in Frontiers in Nutrition, identified that most participants demonstrated medium to high nutrition knowledge yet still engaged in irregular meal patterns, meal skipping, […]
06/25/2026
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By Coco Somers
Turnips: Nutritional Profile and Potential Role in Weight Management
Turnips, a root vegetable belonging to the Brassicaceae family, provide a low-calorie, high-fiber option for individuals seeking to manage their weight, according to nutritional reports. A report published by NaturalNews.com [1] describes the turnip as a vegetable characterized by its round shape and purple-and-white coloring, historically cultivated across temperate regions. The vegetable is classified as […]
06/25/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Tea Type Determines Kombucha’s Chemical Profile and Antioxidant Activity
A new study from researchers at Wroc?aw Medical University (UMW) and Wroc?aw University of Environmental and Life Sciences found that the type of tea used to make kombucha significantly influences the beverage’s chemical composition, volatile aroma profile, and antioxidant activity. The study published in Food Chemistry compared kombuchas made from black, green, white, oolong and […]
06/24/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study Links Higher Vitamin C Levels to Better Brain Structure in Older Adults
A study published in PLOS ONE has identified an association between higher blood levels of vitamin C and healthier brain structure in older adults, according to researchers. The observational study, led by Tomohiro Shintaku of Hirosaki University, examined 2,044 participants in Hirosaki City, Japan, with an average age of 69. [7] Researchers measured vitamin C […]
06/23/2026
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By Coco Somers
Allina Health Dietitian Provides Guidelines on Protein Intake, Sources, and Health Effects
Allina Health registered dietitian Allison Rantanen published an article on May 11, 2026, offering guidelines on protein intake, sources, and health effects. The article states that 15-30 grams of protein per meal is generally recommended. According to Rantanen, protein plays a role in muscle repair and recovery, oxygen transport via red blood cells, hormone regulation, […]
06/23/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Lifestyle Changes Reduce Chronic Disease Risk in Prediabetes by 21%
Key Findings: Diet, Weight Loss, Exercise Outperform Metformin A 21-year study published in JAMA found that adults with prediabetes who followed an intensive lifestyle intervention reduced their risk of developing multiple chronic conditions by 21% compared to those receiving placebo. The lifestyle group, which followed a reduced-calorie, low-fat diet, engaged in at least 150 minutes […]
06/23/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Following Dietary Guidelines is Not Enough — Eat More of These Foods to Get Heart-Healthy Flavanols
Key Finding on Flavanols and Dietary Guidelines Fewer than one in four adults who meet standard dietary guidelines for fruit and vegetable consumption consume the recommended 500 milligrams of flavanols per day, according to a study that analyzed data from two large research cohorts. The findings, published in the journal Food & Function, suggest that following […]
06/23/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study Links Potassium Intake at Dinner to Reduced Insomnia Symptoms
A cross-sectional study of approximately 4,600 adults has found that higher potassium intake, particularly at dinner, was associated with fewer insomnia symptoms, according to a report published in the journal Nutrients. The analysis drew on data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) and assessed dietary intake using 24-hour recall interviews. Researchers reported […]
06/23/2026
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By Coco Somers
Watermelon’s Health Benefits and Risks: A Fact-Based Examination
Watermelon’s Nutritional Profile and Hydration Claims Watermelon, a fruit consumed by humans for approximately 5,000 years, is composed of about 92% water, according to workplace wellness nutritionist Lily Soutter. A cup of diced watermelon — roughly 152 grams, or one slice — contains 46 calories and 9 grams of sugar, making it a low-calorie option […]
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