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You probably know that you should eat colorful fruits and vegetables, but you may wonder why it’s so important and if doing so truly benefits your health. Simply put, eating the rainbow involves eating fruits and vegetables of different colors every day. Plants...

We've all been stressed at one point or another. You know the feeling of being anxious before an important exam, interview, or presentation. Your heart heart beats loudly, thoughts racing, your breathing speeds up, and you feel your face getting flushed. This happens...

Cortisol is one of the many hormones produced in your body which serve as chemical messengers. While commonly referred to as the stress hormone due to its role in your body’s stress response, it has a number of other important functions. Some people wonder if cortisol...

Caffeine is the most widely consumed stimulant in the world. It’s found naturally in the leaves, seeds, and fruits of several plants. Common sources include coffee and cocoa beans and tea leaves. It’s also produced synthetically and added to sodas, energy drinks, and...

Though self-isolating is the best way to protect against COVID-19, being stuck at home can lead to some unhealthy behaviors, including overeating due to stress and boredom. While taking comfort in food during times of stress is a normal reaction, overeating regularly...

Once the baby reaches 6 months of age, their nutritional requirements are much greater. Not only have they started to run out of their important nutrient reserves that they were born with (such as iron), but also as they are growing and developing, their bodies actually need more.