Nutrition & Diet
Articles about healthy eating, dietary choices, and nutritional science.
Advancing Equitable Food Systems in the Mississippi Delta
Research by Tufts University highlights community-driven strategies to improve access to healthy foods and reduce health disparities in the Mississippi Delta through the Delta GREENS Food is Medicine Project.
What Are the Effects of Eating Too Much Protein?
Understanding the impact of consuming too much protein is essential for optimal health. Learn about the benefits, risks, and sources of dietary protein in this comprehensive guide.
Understanding the Truth About Processed Foods: What the Labels Reveal
Not all processed foods are unhealthy. Learn how to read labels and choose wisely to balance convenience and nutrition in your diet.
England Enforces Ban on Energy Drinks Sales to Minors
England plans to prohibit the sale of high-caffeine energy drinks to minors to improve children's health and well-being, addressing concerns over caffeine and sugar consumption.
Support for Healthy Communities: The Impact of SNAP-Ed Partnerships Amid Funding Cuts
A recent study highlights how SNAP-Ed partnerships across Illinois promote health and nutrition despite federal funding challenges, underscoring the vital role of community collaboration in supporting healthy lifestyles.
Do Nut Consumption in Children Require Limiting Due to Fat Content?
Learn why parents should not limit their children's nut intake due to fat content. Nuts are packed with healthy fats and vital nutrients that support children's growth, immunity, and weight management. Early introduction can also reduce allergy risks.
Reevaluating the Role of Ultra-Processed Foods in Our Diets: What Recent Research Reveals
Recent research challenges the notion that all ultra-processed foods are harmful, highlighting the importance of perceptions, taste, and individual behavior in eating habits. Discover the nuanced insights that can inform better dietary policies.
Unveiling the Hidden Chemicals in Your Food: The Nutritional 'Dark Matter'
Discover the mysterious 'dark matter' of nutrition—over 26,000 unseen chemicals in our food that influence health in profound ways. Learn how new science is uncovering the complex interactions between diet and disease.
Enhanced Diabetes Prevention: Combining a Calorie-Restricted Mediterranean Diet with Exercise
A new study finds that combining a calorie-controlled Mediterranean diet with moderate exercise significantly reduces the risk of type 2 diabetes, offering a sustainable strategy for prevention.
Investigation Reveals Misleading Claims in Infant and Toddler Food Packaging
A new study reveals that many infant and toddler food products in supermarkets feature misleading marketing claims and images that do not match their actual ingredients, raising concerns over regulatory standards and marketing practices.