Stories by Nutrition Diva Monica Reinagel

There's a lot to consider when deciding what kind of meat to buy--or even whether to eat meat at all. The least we can do is start with accurate information.

Let’s clear up some of the most common myths and misunderstandings about sulfites, wine, and headaches

A newly published study shows that corn oil reduces cholesterol much more effectively than extra virgin olive oil. But before you make a switch, there are some other factors to consider

Is it OK to use protein powder when you're pregant? Find out how much protein you and your baby need, what the best sources are, and how to make sure you're getting enough

The Whole30 nutrition challenge is wildly popular. But can it really deliver on its promises? Nutrition Diva examines the pros, cons, and alternatives

The American Heart Association suggests that late night eating might increase your risk of heart disease.  But how solid is the evidence?

The author of The Hungry Brain: Outsmarting the Instincts that Make us Overeat explains how we're betrayed by our very own brains, which lead us to crave and overeat foods that aren't good for us.

New research suggests a tasty way to stop the yo-yo dieting cycle and prevent weight regain

Several studies suggest that eating prunes every day could help prevent or even reverse bone loss and osteoporosis

Apple cider vinegar does have a few things going for it but its powers have been vastly over-estimated in the popular imagination

The secret to healthy weight loss may have nothing to do with how many carbs or how much fat you eat. Read on to find the surprising factor that might make all the difference

Can adding spices to your diet charge up your metabolism and speed weight loss? Nutrition Diva has the pros and cons of a new diet fad

Are you stocking the pond but starving the fish? When it comes to a healthy gut, prebiotics may be way more important than probiotics.

There are three big factors that contribute to the sustainability of our individual and collective diets—and one or two of these often gets overlooked

Ayurvedic medicine was practiced for thousands of years before anyone invented the placebo controlled experiment. How has this ancient system held up to modern scientific scrutiny?

Does the estrogen in cow’s milk promote the growth of hormone-sensitive cancers or cause early puberty in children? Nutrition Diva investigates

Some worry that saponins in quinoa can damage your intestines. But is there evidence to support these claims? 

As you may have suspected, dietary protein is key to building and maintaining muscle mass. But it’s not necessarily a matter of taking in more protein

When it comes to hydroponics versus conventionally grown produce, there are lots of pros and cons to consider. Nutrition Diva weighs them all

Symptoms of brain fog are said to include fatigue, irritability, and memory loss. Various diets and supplements are said to help treat it. But is brain fog even a real thing? What causes brain fog?

Can coconut oil treat or prevent Alzheimer's disease? What are the benefits of coconut oil and MCTs for brain health?

The reason that it’s hard to find a hard and fast definition for processed meat is that there isn’t one. Nutrition Diva makes sense of the madness

Can cutting out grains help prevent or even reverse tooth decay? Nutrition Diva explores the science and lore of remineralization