Photos: the brands. Design: Eat this, not that! Fancy something sweet on the go? A drive-thru run can satisfy your sugar cravings quickly and easily. Although fast food restaurants are best known for their main dishes such as burgers, tacos and pizza, most chains offer at least a few desserts. Of course, many fast food … Read more
It’s no secret that protein is an essential nutrient for building muscle mass, supporting healthy weight management and strengthening the immune system. But protein isn’t just vital for bodybuilders and athletes; it should be a nutrient central to any nutritious, balanced diet. If you’re looking to add more protein to your diet, you may be … Read more
The Earth emerged 4.5 billion years ago, and life less than a billion years after that. Although life as we know it depends on four major macromolecules – DNA, RNA, proteins and lipids – it is believed that only one was present at the beginning of life: RNA. It’s no surprise that RNA probably came … Read more
In a recent study published in Nature, researchers developed a library of blood nutrient molecules and conducted screens to find nutritional components that influence anti-tumor immunity. Study: Trans-vaccenic acid reprograms CD8+ T cells and antitumor immunity. Image credits: Anusorn Nakdee/Shutterstock.com Background Dietary nutrients are closely linked to human physiological processes, as they provide energy, biosynthesize … Read more