Nutrition
Expert advice on healthy eating habits, balanced diets, and the science behind nutrition.
HHS Launches Pledge to Make Hospital Food Healthier
Three health systems—Michigan's Corewell Health, Houston Methodist, and Sanford Health—are the first to sign a new Department of Health and Human Services pledge to eliminate deep-fried foods and limi
Gunnar Peterson Unveils Sustainable Nutrition Plan with Major Health Benefits
A new study reveals participants on Gunnar Peterson's sustainable nutrition plan experienced a 15% average reduction in inflammatory markers within six months, a finding that surprised even his own re
ICMR-UNICEF Nutrition Education Now Mandatory in Indian Schools
Starting this academic year, over 250 million Indian students from classes 1 to 12 will receive mandatory nutrition education, a direct response to the nation's staggering 35.
Plant-forward diet boosts women's heart health through menopause
A 20-year study of 66,892 postmenopausal women found that those who most closely followed a plant-forward diet slashed their cardiovascular disease risk by approximately 28%, reports FemTech World .
Healthy diet unaffordable for billions, State of Food Security report
In 2025, 66.6% of the population in Africa was unable to afford a healthy diet, even as global hunger numbers saw a third consecutive year of decline. This economic reality traps millions in nutrition
Philadelphia Medical Schools Integrate Nutrition Education
Diet-related chronic diseases cost billions annually, yet most medical school graduates historically received minimal formal nutrition training.
Body's natural detoxification processes: Evidence reveals organs do the work
A guided 28-day "detox" intervention increased superoxide, a marker of oxidative stress, by 23%, according to PubMed .
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.
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
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