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Monosodium glutamate (MSG) continues to be a controversial food additive used around the world. In this Honest Nutrition feature, we explain the benefits and risks of MSG and dispel popular myths. MSG, also known as the fifth taste or umami, is the sodium salt of glutamate — an amino acid naturally occurring in many foods […]
New research reveals how gum disease might exacerbate inflammation elsewhere in the body. The findings help explain associations between gum disease and several other conditions that involve excessive inflammation. In gum disease, or periodontitis, bacteria in dental plaque provoke an attack by the immune system. This triggers inflammation, which over time, erodes the soft tissue […]
A new study has looked at the links between markers of heart health and three types of diet: the DASH diet, a different fruit- and vegetable-rich diet, and a typical Western diet. Its conclusion? Diets that include lots of fruit and vegetables are associated with better heart health. A new observational analysis recently published in […]