Nutrition
Expert advice on healthy eating habits, balanced diets, and the science behind nutrition.
Canned beans offer affordable nutrition, boosting pantry superfood status.
For just $0.59, a 15.5-ounce (439-gram) can of black beans delivers a third of your daily fiber and significant protein. This makes it one of the most cost-effective nutritional powerhouses available,
Tampa General Hospital Leads US Nutrition Policy Shift to Whole Foods
At Tampa General Hospital, federal secretaries launched a nationwide initiative on July 10, 2026, to transform how medical facilities feed patients.
Healthy Diet Cost Rises 25% Amid Food Security Concerns
The daily cost of a healthy diet has surged by 25 percent in just five years, now demanding $4.28 per person, according to IndexBox and Medical Xpress.
UN Report: Healthy Diet Costs Jump 25% Globally Since 2021
An estimated 2.69 billion people, nearly one in every three worldwide, can no longer afford a healthy diet. Its global cost has surged by almost 25% since 2021, now standing at US$4.28 per person per
Mediterranean Diet Boosts Longevity, Cuts Mortality Risk
Adhering to a Mediterranean diet can reduce your risk of all-cause mortality by as much as 23%, yet this scientifically validated, life-extending eating pattern is rapidly disappearing in the very cou
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
8 Food Pairings for Better Nutrient Absorption
A sprinkle of black pepper on a salad could be as impactful for nutrient absorption as adding an entire extra serving of vegetables.
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
Fermotein: An Emerging Plant-Based Protein Beyond Soy and Pea
The Protein Brewery recently secured €30 million in Series B funding, shortly after its mycelium ingredient, Fermotein, became the first novel mycoprotein to receive EU Novel Food approval.
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
Top 8 Foods Rich in Copper and Their Health Benefits
A single serving of beef liver can provide over 1,000% of your daily copper needs, a vital nutrient often overlooked in modern diets.
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