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Nutrition

Expert advice on healthy eating habits, balanced diets, and the science behind nutrition.

A delicious and healthy plate of Greek spaghetti with meat sauce, showcasing fresh ingredients and a Mediterranean aesthetic, perfect for a heart-healthy meal.

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

Lauren Fisk· Jun 8· 3 min
Split image: person exercising vigorously contrasted with someone looking at an unhealthy pizza, symbolizing the struggle to maintain muscle health against a poor diet.

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 .

Lauren Fisk· Jun 8· 3 min
Shoppers in a Canadian supermarket examining food packages with new, clear front-of-pack nutrition labels, highlighting informed purchasing decisions.

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.

Ryan Patel· Jun 3· 5 min
A stressed individual at a messy desk, unable to eat a healthy meal due to overwhelming environmental factors and stress.

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

Isabella Cortez· May 31· 3 min
Diverse group of elementary school students enjoying healthy, colorful meals in a sunlit, modern school cafeteria.

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

Ryan Patel· May 30· 4 min
Elderly person actively preparing a protein-rich meal in a bright, modern kitchen, symbolizing healthy aging and nutrition.

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.

Ryan Patel· May 25· 4 min
A person struggling to sleep in a dark bedroom, with a plate of food nearby, illustrating the negative impact of late-night meals on rest.

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.

Lauren Fisk· May 21· 3 min
Children of diverse backgrounds smiling and eating healthy meals outdoors in a park, with volunteers distributing food.

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 .

Ryan Patel· May 19· 3 min
A diverse panel of nutrition experts debating and analyzing data on ultra-processed foods and potential policy exemptions.

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.

Ryan Patel· May 18· 3 min
Abstract representation of a human brain showing damaged areas, symbolizing the irreversible impact of sugar on memory recovery.

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.

Ryan Patel· May 18· 3 min
Country music star Luke Bryan and Bayer representative shaking hands in front of a rural landscape, symbolizing their donation of 1 million meals to Feeding America.

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

Ryan Patel· May 14· 3 min
A person experiencing leg numbness, weakness, and blurred vision due to severe thiamine deficiency linked to weight loss drugs.

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.

Ryan Patel· May 11· 3 min
A person experiencing weight loss from GLP-1 drugs also shows signs of vitamin D deficiency, highlighting the need for nutritional monitoring.

Weight loss drugs cause vitamin D deficiency in 13.6% of users

Nearly 1 in 5 adults prescribed a GLP-1 drug developed a nutrient deficiency within a year, despite significant weight loss.

Ryan Patel· May 10· 3 min
A young adult looking distressed while viewing idealized fitness content on their phone, highlighting the negative impact of fitspiration.

Fitspiration drives disordered eating, harms body image.

A recent meta-analysis of 26 studies, involving 6,111 young adults aged 18-33, found that consuming fitspiration content led to poorer body image, increased negative emotions, greater social compariso

Ryan Patel· May 9· 4 min
Costa Rican farmers harvesting fresh, colorful produce in a sustainable farm setting, with modern irrigation systems in the background.

Costa Rica launches pathway to strengthen food systems

In Buenos Aires, 11.76% of households faced food insecurity in 2020, a stark contrast to the national average and underscoring the urgent local need for Costa Rica's newly launched sustainable agrifoo

Ryan Patel· May 7· 3 min
Community members receiving fresh, healthy food from a health worker, symbolizing improved nutrition access and health outcomes.

Food is Medicine programs expand nutrition access

In a 16-week diabetes pilot program on the Nez Perce reservation, 17 out of 19 participants lost weight.

Chloe Bennett· May 7· 3 min
Native American elder teaching younger people about traditional foods, emphasizing health and cultural heritage in a natural setting.

Why Native Americans Are Restoring Ancestral Diets for Health

The Pima tribe of Arizona has the highest rates of diabetes of any population in the world, with a staggering 50% of adults aged 35 and older diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, according to NutritionStud

Ryan Patel· May 6· 6 min
A stressed chef in a restaurant kitchen surrounded by symbolic representations of sugar, salt, and calories, illustrating the challenge of meeting nutrition targets.

UK chains fail sugar, salt, calorie targets, study finds

Only 43% of dishes at the UK's 21 highest-grossing restaurant chains met all voluntary nutrition targets for sugar, according to EurekAlert!

Ryan Patel· May 5· 3 min
An elderly Japanese individual savoring a specially formulated, delicious dessert designed for oral clinical nutrition.

Japan oral clinical nutrition desserts market analysis shows strong growth

With over 28% of its population aged 65 or older, Japan leads a multi-billion dollar market for specialized nutritional desserts.

Ryan Patel· May 3· 3 min
A rustic wooden bowl filled with fresh walnuts, symbolizing healthy eating and overall wellness.

Walnuts Offer Unique Health Benefits for Overall Wellness

One serving (1 ounce) of walnuts has about 190 calories, but the human body can only absorb approximately 145 of them, according to Health Ucdavis .

Ryan Patel· Apr 30· 3 min
Eva Marcille enjoying a peaceful morning walk in a park, embodying simple fitness and healthy living.

Eva Marcille shares simple fitness tips for healthy living

After years in the public eye, Eva Marcille reveals her surprisingly simple daily routine, which includes morning walks and mindful eating, as the secret behind her consistent fitness.

Ryan Patel· Apr 29· 3 min
A diverse group of people receiving fresh produce prescriptions at a 'Food Farmacy,' illustrating the integration of nutrition into medical care.

Food as Medicine movement: Expanding initiatives, affordability

At a 'Food Farmacy,' over 110 regular shoppers are now prescribed healthy foods to manage their hypertension, marking a direct integration of nutrition into medical care, according to today .

Ryan Patel· Apr 29· 3 min
Maryland residents gratefully receive boxes of nutritious, frozen, medically tailored meals as part of a new public health initiative.

Maryland to launch medically tailored meals for chronic disease

Starting April 27, 2026, Maryland will launch a groundbreaking initiative: free, medically tailored frozen meals delivered weekly to over 3,000 residents grappling with chronic diseases and food insec

Ryan Patel· Apr 28· 3 min
Diverse American families sharing a healthy meal, reflecting on new US dietary guidelines that recommend avoiding added sugars for children under 10.

US Health Agencies Release New Dietary Guidelines for Americans

For the first time, the U.

Ryan Patel· Apr 26· 4 min
A split image contrasting a natural fruit basket with artificial sweetener packets, symbolizing hidden health risks.

Fructose and Artificial Sweeteners: Uncovering Hidden Health Risks

The average American consumes approximately 55 grams of fructose daily.

Ryan Patel· Apr 26· 3 min
A single, perfectly cooked egg in a bowl, symbolizing the potential health benefits of egg consumption for reducing Alzheimer's risk.

Frequent egg consumption lowers Alzheimer's dementia risk

Eating just one egg per week is correlated with a remarkable 47% reduced risk of Alzheimer's disease, according to Alzra .

Ryan Patel· Apr 25· 4 min
Seniors enjoying a healthy meal together in a bright community center, made possible by a donation from Molina Healthcare.

Molina Healthcare donates $100,000 to Iowa senior nutrition program

Molina Healthcare of Iowa recently committed $100,000 to a senior nutrition program, part of a broader $485,000 philanthropic push across the state.

Ryan Patel· Apr 23· 3 min
Scientist examining unlabeled supplement bottles in a laboratory, highlighting concerns over FDA oversight and undeclared allergens in the booming supplement industry.

New Bill Proposes Mandatory Listing for Supplement Makers

Over 11,800 bottles of dietary supplements were recalled nationwide due to undeclared allergens, a stark reminder of the FDA's limited oversight in a booming industry.

Ryan Patel· Apr 22· 4 min
Diverse individuals receiving healthy food from healthcare providers in a clinic, symbolizing the Food as Medicine movement and its impact on public health.

Congress Pursues Billions for Food as Medicine Movement

Congressional leaders are pushing for $3.

Ryan Patel· Apr 21· 3 min
Consumers in a global marketplace scrutinizing new front-of-pack nutrition labels on food products, reflecting policy shifts.

Global nutrition policy shifts drive front-of-pack labeling changes

On April 6, 2026, Indonesia introduced a new front-of-pack nutrition labeling system, classifying products by sugar, salt, and fat with a colour-coded scale.

Ryan Patel· Apr 17· 3 min