Jennifer Sweenie
Author
Jennifer Sweenie is a New York-based health reporter. She is a nutritional therapy practitioner and trained health-supportive chef focused on functional nutrition and the power of natural, whole foods. Jennifer serves on the board of directors for Slow Food NYC and is a former board member of the Farm-to-Consumer Foundation.
LATEST
Molecular Mimicry: How Metals Hijack Your Nutrient Pathways
When you don’t get enough nutrients, your body soaks up toxins instead.
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Obesity and the Brain: A Vicious Cycle of Cravings, Inflammation, and Cognitive Decline
How excess body fat rewires the brain and drives unhealthy eating—and solutions.
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Decoding Baby Formula: How US and European Standards Compare
From nutrients to labeling laws, understanding what sets U.S. and European infant formulas apart can help parents make more informed choices.
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Beyond Cholesterol Lies a New Approach to Heart Health
Advanced lipid testing and other markers can reveal key aspects of metabolic health, according to the experts.
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The Nuances of Nonalcoholic Drinks: When They Help and When They Don’t
Nonalcoholic drinks are rising in popularity and may offer a similar taste and social experience.
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How Gen Z Is Changing the Drinking Landscape
Although alcohol use among teens is decreasing, the use of drugs may be on the rise.
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Discerning the Relationship Between Estrogen and Alcohol
Using alcohol to cope with menstrual pain may lead to even more problems, experts warn.
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Understanding mTOR: A Delicate Balance for Longevity
Understanding the functions of mTOR and its effects on overall health is paramount when considering targeting its pathway in your body.
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Stress Eating? Friends and Family May Hold the Key to Curbing the Urge
Stress eating may offer a transient pick-me-up, but its long-term effects are insidious, say experts.
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Molecular Mimicry: How Metals Hijack Your Nutrient Pathways
When you don’t get enough nutrients, your body soaks up toxins instead.
|
Obesity and the Brain: A Vicious Cycle of Cravings, Inflammation, and Cognitive Decline
How excess body fat rewires the brain and drives unhealthy eating—and solutions.
|
Decoding Baby Formula: How US and European Standards Compare
From nutrients to labeling laws, understanding what sets U.S. and European infant formulas apart can help parents make more informed choices.
|
Beyond Cholesterol Lies a New Approach to Heart Health
Advanced lipid testing and other markers can reveal key aspects of metabolic health, according to the experts.
|
The Nuances of Nonalcoholic Drinks: When They Help and When They Don’t
Nonalcoholic drinks are rising in popularity and may offer a similar taste and social experience.
|
How Gen Z Is Changing the Drinking Landscape
Although alcohol use among teens is decreasing, the use of drugs may be on the rise.
|
Discerning the Relationship Between Estrogen and Alcohol
Using alcohol to cope with menstrual pain may lead to even more problems, experts warn.
|
Understanding mTOR: A Delicate Balance for Longevity
Understanding the functions of mTOR and its effects on overall health is paramount when considering targeting its pathway in your body.
|
Stress Eating? Friends and Family May Hold the Key to Curbing the Urge
Stress eating may offer a transient pick-me-up, but its long-term effects are insidious, say experts.
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