Vegetarians and environmentalists have long eschewed meat. They believe that meat is an unhealthy food for both people and the planet alike. And while many meat alternatives are already available, they’re not really meat. They’re mostly made with soy and legume-based products. But now “clean meat”, or lab-grown meat, may soon be a viable option to satisfy people and maybe even save the environment.
You’ve probably heard red wine touted as a heart-healthy drink. But in general, alcohol gets a bad rap. For one thing, it can be high in calories. For another thing, it can wreak havoc on the liver. And it’s even thought to be a toxic substance for nerve cells. However, new research is redeeming alcohol, saying that there are some benefits from consuming small amounts of alcohol.