Minerals such as sodium and potassium help balance fluid levels, calcium keeps bones healthy and selenium protects the immune system.

Aug 16, 2010 - Kate Le Page

Overeating is typical of the American culture. So then why are so many people nutrient deficient? Americans tend to over eat; unfortunately they are eating the wrong food

Aug 18, 2008 - Nicole Marks

Though a typical North American diet is rich in calcium, the rate of osteoporosis, hip and bone fractures and weak brittle bones is high. What is needed for strong bones?

Jan 26, 2010 - Noreen Kassem

Desert plants, like humans and all living things, need nutrients. The following article briefly discusses those nutrients.

Aug 25, 2006 - Robert Dailey

Just because food goes in the mouth doesn't mean that nutrients arrive where they are needed. Find out how the body processes and incorporates important molecules.

Oct 30, 2009 - Adrienne Larocque

Many people wonder how plants get the food and water they need to grow. Following is an explanation of photosynthesis, as well as tips for helping plants grow strong.

Feb 7, 2010 - Kathy Gleason

Even if you pick fresh or frozen fruits and vegetables at the grocery, the very health benefits you are striving for may not reach your body cells.

May 27, 2009 - Peggy Williams

Though canine and feline nutrition is complex, water is the most essential nutrient in the dog and cat diet. Lack of water can be fatal within a few days.

Jun 26, 2010 - Lorie Huston

Broth is a nutrient-infused liquid medium used for growing bacteria. Here is a summary of the advantages and disadvantages of this type of growth medium.

Dec 10, 2010 - Tami Port

The primary role of carbohydrates in canine and feline nutrition is to supply energy. However, carbohydrates play other roles in the dog and cat diet also.

Jul 17, 2010 - Lorie Huston

In the body, vitamins play a vital role, from aiding in the production of blood cells, hormones, and energy, to boosting the immune system and preventing disease.

Apr 14, 2009 - Linda Mundorff

In today's world, produce often doesn't contain the nutrients it is credited with. Even supplements may not be as healthy as advertisers would have us believe.

May 19, 2009 - Peggy Williams

Minerals are classified as macrominerals or microminerals. All are an important part of canine and feline nutrition and need to be part of the pet diet.

Sep 19, 2010 - Lorie Huston

How to freeze fresh vegetables, fruits following techniques including blanching, proper packaging to preserve the nutrients, quality.

Jul 21, 2010 - Valerie Prax

A person whose mind is full of FEAR is tagged with cares and concerns that erode the joy out of living. Regardless of the possibilities that lie ahead

Oct 12, 2011 - Samuel Means

While plant growth is regulated and controlled internally, it is also greatly influenced by limiting external factors such as availability of minerals and soil pH.

Jul 10, 2009 - Dennis Holley

Some fungal pathogens use specialized feeding organs that engage in dynamic plant-pathogen interactions through the plant's plasma membrane.

May 12, 2010 - Helga George

Proper nutrition for toddlers can be hard to maintain with picky eaters. The dairy requirements for toddlers are vital to maintain for the body to develope properly.

Mar 27, 2009 - Alyssa Ast

Toddler nutrition needs to have proper levels of iron. Daily iron requirements can easily be achieved through a balanced diet.

Mar 27, 2009 - Alyssa Ast

Why does the body need to have a balanced diet containing different food groups to remain healthy?

Feb 18, 2010 - Kate Le Page