Silicon, described as a quasi-essential plant nutrient, can also play a big role in protecting crops against diseases.

Although the new report found that multiple protein powders contained elevated lead levels compared to the reference standard ...

A plant-based diet is often touted as the healthiest approach to eating, and its benefits extend way beyond weight loss. Going plant-based is not so much a diet as it is a general approach to eating.

In a nutritional comparison of plant-based and dairy yogurts, almond milk yogurt came out on top, according to research led by a University of Massachusetts Amherst food science major. "Plant-based ...