Nutritionists promote a unique plant-based diet for reducing cholesterol.

Nutritionists promote a unique plant-based diet for reducing cholesterol.

A plant-focused eating regimen called the Portfolio Diet is gaining traction for its ability to potentially lower cholesterol. Some studies indicate it could work just as effectively as certain medications. Developed by Dr. David J.A. Jenkins, a nutrition and medicine professor at the University of Toronto, the diet emphasizes particular plant-based foods known to reduce […]

Plant-based protein powders have nine times the lead found in dairy alternatives.

Plant-based protein powders have nine times the lead found in dairy alternatives.

Concerns Over Heavy Metals in Protein Powders A recent study has raised alarms about protein powders and shakes, suggesting they might contain harmful levels of toxic heavy metals, such as lead. Yet, there’s some disagreement among experts regarding the actual risks of these findings. Consumer Reports conducted tests on 23 well-known protein products and discovered […]