Making Your New Year’s Health Goals Stick
January 5, 2023
Even if you aren’t a New Year’s resolution person, it can be beneficial to consider your health goals at the start of the year.
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Diet and Heart Health: American Heart Association’s Dietary Guidelines Go Plant-Based
November 18, 2021
The American Heart Association has always promoted healthy eating to prevent cardiovascular disease. However, their 2021 dietary guidelines may surprise you.
MSG, Part III: Does MSG Allergy Exist?
October 12, 2021
Some experts acknowledge that MSG, while safe to consume, may cause unpleasant reactions in some people. Others doubt that these reactions result from MSG. What does science say?
Food Allergy Vs. Sensitivity: 5 Key Differences
September 24, 2021
The terms “food allergy” and “food intolerance/sensitivity” often get used interchangeably. However, they’re different things with different causes. The Rogue Scientist explains.
What is Natural Flavor? 6 Facts You Need to Know
September 13, 2021
What is this “natural flavor” stuff on your ingredient list? How does it differ from artificial flavor? Is it good for you? The Rogue Scientist investigates.
MSG, Part II: Is MSG Bad for You?
September 2, 2021
A debate has waged for half a century on whether MSG is bad for you or safe to consume. The Rogue Scientist investigates.
What is MSG? (Part I: MSG, Flavor Enhancers, and Glutamates)
August 20, 2021
We know MSG is a food additive, but what IS it exactly? And, are glutamates, yeast extract, and natural flavors just fancy terms for MSG?
