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.
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How Gut Bacteria Shape Energy, Cravings, and Weight
Imbalanced gut bacteria weaken the lining, letting toxins trigger chronic inflammation.
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The Liver’s Vital Role: The Powerhouse of Metabolic Health
Fatty liver disease often goes unnoticed until it’s advanced. Here’s what you can do now to protect your metabolic health.
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Rethinking ‘Normal’: What True Metabolic Health Looks Like
Avoidance of ultra-processed foods combined with more exercise can make a big difference, according to 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.
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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 Gut Bacteria Shape Energy, Cravings, and Weight
Imbalanced gut bacteria weaken the lining, letting toxins trigger chronic inflammation.
|
The Liver’s Vital Role: The Powerhouse of Metabolic Health
Fatty liver disease often goes unnoticed until it’s advanced. Here’s what you can do now to protect your metabolic health.
|
Rethinking ‘Normal’: What True Metabolic Health Looks Like
Avoidance of ultra-processed foods combined with more exercise can make a big difference, according to experts.
|
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.
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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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