By Alanna Man
Should you add colostrum to your diet? Bovine colostrum is found specifically in the milk cows produce soon after giving birth—so you won’t find it in the milk at your local grocery store. Rich in nutrients that support immune, gut, and muscle function, colostrum is being studied for its potential to benefit many aspects of … Continued
By Neil Zevnik
The seemingly straightforward definition of aquaculture—the cultivation of aquatic organisms in water environments—has a web of history, controversy, and complexity beneath it. It speaks to multiple issues in the face of the environmental challenges facing the world today. In the beginning Aquaculture is nothing new. While large-scale commercial fish farming wasn’t well known until the … Continued
The world lost 16 percent of its forests in the last two decades. Through a community-led, technology-driven initiative, the alive team is working to plant the seeds for a better, healthier future (literally). Healthy planet, healthy communities, healthy people Rapid deforestation and other human activity are leading to pollution, warming oceans, poor soil, and dirty water. … Continued
Our food supply chain was once no chain at all; whatever we could hunt, gather, or grow went directly on our plate. In time, links were added as dedicated local producers and purveyors emerged (with a few imports such as tea and sugar here and there). Today, a staggering number of steps can be involved … Continued
Alongside carbohydrates and fats, protein stands as an essential macronutrient. Not only does it provide you with energy, but protein is also essential for proper bodily functions like regulating hormones and maintaining healthy cells. If you frequent the gym, you might already be monitoring your protein intake to optimize your gains. However, protein plays an … Continued