Ocean Robbins

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What Are Mocktails? The Best Healthy Nonalcoholic Drink Recipes

Many of us live in cultures that associate having fun with drinking alcohol. Beer, wine, and cocktails can loosen our inhibitions and allow us to relax with friends, and even more so in rooms full of strangers. But what if we want to participate in social activities while limiting or avoiding alcohol? And how can we make fun nonalcoholic drinks that are still good for us? Enter the “mocktail.”

Ocean Robbins · December 28, 2022 · 8 min read

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Should You Give Turnips a Try? Terrific Turnip Benefits & Uses

Turnips may not be cool like cucumbers or sexy like cauliflower, but they’re humble and hardworking root vegetables that have sustained human civilizations for millennia. And the more we know about turnips, the more impressive their nutritional and health benefits become. So why are turnips so good for us, and how can we prepare them in ways that make us look forward to seeing them on our plates?

Ocean Robbins · December 23, 2022 · 10 min read

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What Are Tannins? The Good and Bad of These Misunderstood Compounds

If a food or beverage makes your tongue feel like all the moisture has been sucked out of it, it could be because it’s rich in tannins. These compounds, produced by plants to protect themselves, may also protect us from inflammation, microbes, and free radical damage. But some people see tannins as antinutrients, compromising our ability to absorb minerals and protein. So what’s the truth about these common and strong-tasting phytochemicals?

Ocean Robbins · December 20, 2022 · 11 min read

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Bitter Is Better! Why Bitter Foods Can be Good for Your Health

Bitterness is the bane of any child (or adult!) told to eat their veggies. And many bitter plants are also poisonous. But it turns out that some bitter foods have a lot going for them — including major health benefits like improved digestion and lower rates of chronic illness. So what is it that makes these foods so special — and how can you learn to love them?

Ocean Robbins · December 9, 2022 · 13 min read

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Are Hazelnuts Good for You? How & Why to Use Hazelnuts

Hazelnuts are a delicious food with a lot of health benefits. Unfortunately, the vast majority of the world’s hazelnuts are grown in ways that degrade the environment, harm farm workers, and end up in unhealthy processed foods. Is there a way to enjoy these fabulous nuts without contributing to harm to ourselves or others?

Ocean Robbins · December 2, 2022 · 10 min read

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5 Simple Ways to Improve Kids’ Gut Health Using Diet & Lifestyle

More and more kids are suffering from food allergies, gastrointestinal disorders, mood imbalances, ADHD, obesity, and a host of other conditions that are profoundly linked to the health of their gut microbiome. This can set them up for a lifetime of compromised health. But there’s also a lot we can do to improve the gut health of the children in our lives. And the sooner we start, the better.

Ocean Robbins · November 30, 2022 · 12 min read

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What Is Upcycled Food & Should You Buy It?

There’s a new environmental trend in the food industry, with a funny name: upcycling. Basically, it means taking ingredients that would otherwise have been thrown out, and turning them into or using them in new food products. But are upcycled foods safe? Are they healthy? Can you actually make good food out of those scraps and byproducts? And can it really help save the planet?

Ocean Robbins · November 25, 2022 · 8 min read

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What’s Causing the Global Food Crisis? (And How Plant-Based Diets Can Help!)

There’s a food shortage going on that’s unlike anything we’ve seen in the last 40 years. Billions of people around the world are now chronically hungry, and tens of millions may face imminent famine and starvation. So what’s going on that’s different from years past? And what, if anything, can we do as individuals to begin to make a difference?

Ocean Robbins · November 18, 2022 · 9 min read

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The Benefits of Potassium: Why and How You Should Get Enough

Potassium is an essential nutrient for humans, animals, and plants. In synergy with sodium, potassium plays a role in maintaining the body's fluid balance and the health of your heart and kidneys. In this article, we’re going to look at the benefits of getting enough potassium, how much you need, and whether dietary sources are adequate and safe, especially from plant-based foods.

Ocean Robbins · November 16, 2022 · 8 min read

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Why Is Oregano so Good for You? Exploring its Health Benefits & Uses

Oregano is one of the most well-known herbs in the world, thanks to the popularity of Italian cuisine. Now scientists are discovering that this humble herb that flavors pizza sauce is one of the most powerful aids to immunity in our pharmacopeia (and our kitchens). What are the health benefits of oregano, and how can you add this amazing (and delicious!) herb to your diet?

Ocean Robbins · November 14, 2022 · 9 min read

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Can Online Shopping Be Healthy and Sustainable?

Type a few words and tap or click a button or two, and you can have pretty much anything mailed to you from anywhere in the world. The Internet has transformed how we shop, and this has significant environmental impacts. So is online shopping bad for the environment, with all those warehouses and trucks and vans rushing stuff to us at a moment’s notice? Or might it actually be better for the planet — if we do it right?

Ocean Robbins · November 11, 2022 · 11 min read

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What Is a Food Intolerance & How Can You Determine if You Have One?

Explore three of the most common food intolerances to understand what a food intolerance is, how it’s different from a food allergy, and how you can identify and adapt your lifestyle in order to manage or even heal food intolerances.

Ocean Robbins · November 9, 2022 · 11 min read