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The complete guide to vitamin B12

Everything you need to know about vitamin B12 — what it does, where to get it, who's at risk of deficiency, how much to take, and which form is best.

A farmer holds a large and bright tomato in one hand, and a smaller, less attractive tomato in the other hand.

Has the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables really declined, and should you be worried?

Studies suggest some nutrient declines in modern produce are real, but the bigger issue is that most people aren't eating nearly enough fruits and vegetables to begin with.

An illustrated image of a young woman standing in a coffee shop, holds a cup of coffee in both hands, one with dairy milk, the other with plant-based milk.

Brewed awakening: how dairy in coffee chains is still harming the earth

More coffee chains are ditching the dairy surcharge—but not all are keeping up. This piece explores the hidden environmental cost of milk in your cup.

An overhead spread of high-protein plant foods on a light wooden kitchen counter: firm tofu, sliced tempeh, cooked green lentils, chickpeas, edamame, black beans, quinoa, pumpkin seeds, almonds and sesame seeds

Do vegans lack protein and amino acids? A balanced look at the evidence

It turns out that bold claims about protein tend to ignore the nuances in the research. An article published by the NY Post on April 29th claims that vegan

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