Nutrition
Expert advice on healthy eating habits, balanced diets, and the science behind nutrition.
Healthy Diets Boost Mental Health and Cognition in Older Adults
A recent study involving 1,200 participants over 65 found that adherence to a Mediterranean-style diet reduced the risk of developing mild cognitive impairment (MCI) by 35% over five years, according
Unlock Egg's Full Nutrition with These Top Pairing Foods
A recent study revealed that pairing eggs with just half a bell pepper can boost the absorption of lutein and zeaxanthin by over 40%, significantly enhancing eye health benefits, according to ScienceD
HHS and CMS Launch Pledge to Make Hospital Food Healthier
Nicklaus Children's Hospital recently signed a first-of-its-kind pledge, formalizing its commitment to advancing nutrition through a direct partnership with federal health agencies, according to hhs .
Boost Your Health: Increase Daily Fruit and Veggie Intake
In 2019, only 12.3% of surveyed adults met daily fruit intake recommendations, and a mere 10.0% met vegetable intake guidelines, according to the CDC . This widespread nutritional deficit means most a
WHO urges cities to adopt safer food policies for nutrition crisis
London's restrictions on advertising unhealthy food across its public transport network directly led to a measurable reduction in purchases of unhealthy foods, according to Devdiscourse .
UK Protein Boom Masks Alarming Fiber Gap in National Diet
In the UK, food manufacturers spent seven times more on marketing protein-fortified products than on high-fiber options last year, even as only 9% of adults meet daily fiber recommendations.
Rethinking Protein: Environmental Impact and Policy Challenges
The US's 2026 dietary guidelines update, by emphasizing increased protein and red meat consumption, is projected to offset up to 32% of potential environmental benefits gained from eliminating ultra-p
Beginners Start 7-Day No-Sugar Mediterranean Diet Meal Plan
Just seven days without added sugar, following a Mediterranean framework, can reduce a beginner's average daily sugar intake by 80% and lead to a 15% improvement in reported energy levels.
Stanford AI designs sustainable burgers that outperform fast food
In blind taste tests at a San Francisco restaurant, two AI-designed burgers matched or outscored a reference Big Mac on flavor and overall liking ratings, according to StudyFinds .
Top 5 Nutrient-Dense Foods Boost Health, Science Confirms
Despite a $70 billion global wellness industry, over 2 billion people still suffer from at least one micronutrient deficiency, often missing out on the simplest, most potent food sources.
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Cardiovascular Risk
The PREDIMED trial, a landmark study, reported a significant 30% reduction in major cardiovascular events among participants who followed a Mediterranean diet supplemented with extra virgin olive oil
New Study Links Food Preservatives to High Blood Pressure
A recent study involving 112,395 people revealed that eight common food preservatives, including potassium sorbate (E202) and sodium nitrite (E250), are linked to a significantly higher risk of high b
Heart-Protecting Nutrients and Diet Improve Cardiovascular Health
Nearly half of all adults in the United States currently suffer from hypertension, a condition defined by blood pressure of 130/80 mm Hg or higher, according to ncbi .
Schools Face Barriers to Protein-Rich Pulse Pastas
A recent survey revealed that despite federal guidelines allowing vegetable flour pasta since 2018, only 15% of school districts have successfully integrated protein-rich pulse options into their regu
Mediterranean Diet Updates Prioritize Plant-Forward Eating
Data from multiple randomized clinical trials confirms the Mediterranean diet's power to prevent not just heart disease, but also type 2 diabetes, atrial fibrillation, and even breast cancer, accordin
AI tools offer personalized nutrition guidance for consumers in 2026
Rem3dy Health just secured £14 million to scale its AI-driven personalized nutrition platform internationally, according to NutraIngredients .
Flavanol Focus Reveals New Heart Health Benefits
Fewer than 25 percent of adults in the US and UK hit the estimated flavanol intake of 500 milligrams or more per day.
Plums Deliver Flavanols, Boosting Heart Health for Many
New research reveals that eating specific fruits, such as blueberries and plums, could offer more significant heart health benefits than merely meeting a general "five-a-day" target.
Mediterranean Diet Recipe: Greek Spaghetti With Meat Sauce
A groundbreaking study, published yesterday in the New England Journal of Medicine, revealed a 15% reduction in key cardiovascular markers over six months for participants regularly consuming a specif
Why Exercise Struggles to Protect Muscle Health Against Poor Diet
In some weight loss trials, up to 65% of the total weight lost was lean muscle tissue, not just fat, according to Medical Xpress .
North American Food Label Overhaul Sparks Consumer Engagement
By December 31, 2025, front-of-pack (FOP) nutrition labels will become mandatory on most packaged foods sold in Canada, fundamentally changing how consumers rapidly assess their purchases.
Stress and environment sabotage common reasons healthy eating plans fail.
Despite 86.2% of participants demonstrating medium to high nutrition knowledge, many still regularly skipped meals, ate at irregular times, and consumed fewer fruits and vegetables than recommended, a
USDA Sets New Nutrition Standards for K-12 School Meals
In October 2025, U.S. school districts served nearly 75 million breakfasts and lunches. Yet, only 12 jurisdictions (24%) fully align with federal health recommendations for these meals, reports the Ce
Feed muscles daily for healthy aging with these expert tips
Even at 80, your muscles are eager to grow stronger, proving it’s never too late to build a foundation for healthy aging and functional independence.
Late-night meals disrupt sleep and reduce overall rest quality.
A 2020 study from ouraring found that participants eating within three hours of bedtime experienced more awakenings.
Statewide summer nutrition programs offer free meals to children
In 2024, children in Michigan accessed nearly 7 million meals through over 1,400 SUN program sites, according to Michigan State University Extension .
Expert Panel Recommends Exempting Healthy Ultra-Processed Foods
Americans consume over half their daily calories from ultra-processed foods, a staggering 55%, even as cities like San Francisco sue manufacturers for alleged harm.
Study Reveals Sugar's Irreversible Impact on Memory Recovery
Even after weeks of a balanced, healthy diet, memory scores for subjects previously exposed to high-sugar diets did not return to the baseline levels of those who had never consumed an unhealthy diet.
Bayer and Luke Bryan Donate 1 Million Meals to Feeding America
Country music icon Luke Bryan and agricultural giant Bayer have launched a multi-year campaign by delivering 1 million meals to Feeding America , directly targeting food insecurity in rural communitie
Weight loss drugs linked to serious nutritional deficiencies
A 37-year-old woman developed progressive leg numbness, weakness, and blurred vision after losing 45 kilograms (100 pounds) in three months on semaglutide.