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Learn how the newly implemented CMS specialty code formally recognizes physician nutrition specialists and encourages collaboration with registered dietitians.
New Yale research shows how ingrained emotional food preferences make adopting new eating habits difficult, highlighting priming strategies for better results.
Discover how the potassium-rich DASH diet safely lowers blood pressure without causing dangerous potassium spikes in patients on hypertension drugs.
A new expert review urges clinical dietitians to prioritize overall muscle function and personalized nutrition over generic protein guidelines.
On October 7, researchers announced that natural dairy trans fats found in everyday products like milk, cheese, and butter do not increase the likelihood of…
On October 6, the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine urged the American College of Physicians to update its newly released clinical guidance. The medical nonprofit…
On October 1, new research highlighted a compelling connection between specific intestinal bacteria and how quickly our minds age. A comprehensive study from UCLA Health…
On October 5, researchers revealed a striking dual effect of high-fat, low-carb regimens on gut health. A new study shows that a ketogenic diet unexpectedly…
On October 6, researchers at the Helmholtz Centre for Infection Research revealed that the human digestive system relies on complex bacterial synergy to process plant-based…
On September 23, researchers highlighted a significant dietary risk for children taking GLP-1 receptor agonists. An analysis of claims records revealed that 16.8% of pediatric…
On October 5, scientists at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center reported the discovery of a specific brain circuit that connects ambient warmth to reduced hunger…
On September 28, scientists from Sanford Burnham Prebys demonstrated that briefly altering heart cell metabolism can reactivate dormant self-repair mechanisms in adult mammalian hearts. By…
On September 28, researchers outlined the severe systemic hurdles public schools face as they prepare to eliminate ultra-processed foods from their daily menus. While new…
On October 5, researchers from Queen Mary University of London announced findings from a comprehensive clinical trial, demonstrating that profound systemic health shifts require extending…
On October 5, researchers announced that eating unsalted, skin-roasted peanuts daily beneficially affects insulin sensitivity in the brains of older adults. According to a recent…
On October 2, an international research team revealed that the regional disappearance of the aurochs—the massive wild ancestor of modern domestic cattle—was driven by a…
On September 30, 2026, researchers highlighted that combining a longer overnight fast with an early breakfast can help maintain a lower body mass index over…
On September 28, researchers from the University of Copenhagen and NASA revealed that the lack of gravity in space fundamentally alters the human digestive system…
On October 5, Virginia Tech researchers revealed that the level of industrial processing in a meal fundamentally changes how the human body reacts, even when…
On September 29, researchers revealed that middle-aged individuals can increase their strength and lean tissue mass without participating in a workout routine. A 12-week Texas…
On September 30, the American College of Cardiology published a comprehensive scientific statement in the journal JACC highlighting that nutrition must be treated as a…
On September 23, scientists revealed that high-fat diets actively suppress the ACC1 enzyme within specific immune cells, offering a cellular explanation for obesity-driven adipose tissue…
On October 1, researchers revealed that strict adherence to the MIND diet is directly linked to slower structural brain aging and reduced grey matter shrinkage.…
On September 30, a Wroclaw Medical University review highlighted that the combined action of mulberry compounds reshapes gut bacteria significantly better than isolated fractions. The…
On October 1, scientists from the UNC School of Medicine revealed that the intestines may be primed for a life-threatening immune response long before a…
On October 3, scientists at the University of Cologne revealed that the essential amino acid leucine directly fuels energy production by shielding vital mitochondrial structures…
On October 1, researchers at the University of Copenhagen identified the SLC25A34 mitochondrial protein as a direct metabolic link coordinating brown fat activity with dietary…
On October 2, researchers from Mass General Brigham highlighted that prescribing medically tailored, plant-based groceries over several years fundamentally alters cardiometabolic health outcomes in adult…
On September 28, researchers revealed that your daily cup of coffee alters the gut-brain axis, significantly impacting mood and mental performance. A recent University College…
On September 30, researchers from City of Hope revealed that consuming sweets while taking broad-spectrum antibiotics severely depletes beneficial intestinal bacteria. The findings indicate that…
On October 1, researchers launched the world's first large-scale randomized controlled trial to determine if specific nutritional therapies can alleviate bipolar depression. The ENERGISE-BD study,…
On October 1, researchers from the University of California, San Francisco highlighted that heavily restricting ultra-processed foods can notably alleviate symptoms of depression. The findings…
On October 1, researchers presented findings indicating that very low-carbohydrate diets are safe and highly beneficial for children managing type 1 diabetes. The analysis, evaluating…
Hokkaido University researchers recently discovered that specific pigmented Japanese rice types contain rare lipids and digest slower than typical white varieties. This delayed breakdown makes…
A major 104-week clinical trial has demonstrated that non-nutritive sweetened soft drinks perform equivalently to water for long-term weight management. Researchers at the University of…
Tirzepatide, the active compound in weight-loss medications like Mounjaro and Zepbound, appears to stimulate calorie-burning brown adipose tissue. A recent study utilizing obese mice indicates…
While nutrition advice often emphasizes consuming high protein foods to build muscle, scientists are turning their attention to what happens when our intake falls short.…
A recent clinical trial indicates that older adults can reduce their biological age in just one month by making specific adjustments to their daily food…
Adopting a healthier lifestyle for polycystic ovary syndrome is far from a straightforward journey. A recent analysis published by Elsevier in the Journal of Nutrition…
Shoppers often try to improve their diet by looking for less processed items, but many rely on a flawed strategy at the supermarket. According to…
According to a recent university study, undergraduates are consuming sufficient amounts of protein but are deeply dissatisfied with cafeteria offerings. Rather than waiting for dining…
Rather than obsessing over isolated nutrients, older adults who adopt a comprehensive nutritional approach experience simultaneous improvements across multiple biological systems. A new analysis of…
The sports nutrition market is experiencing a notable evolution as buyers demand comprehensive benefits from their daily drinks. Recognizing that nearly a third of Americans…
Pairing frequent physical activity with a minimal intake of ultra-processed foods can drop the chances of developing type 2 diabetes by up to 70 percent.…
A recent evaluation of roughly 150,000 grocery items launched in the United States highlights a concerning trend for shoppers trying to make better dietary choices.…
A recent SELECT trial analysis demonstrates that the 20% drop in major heart events among semaglutide users cannot be entirely explained by patients shedding pounds.…
Consuming a diet heavy in ultra-processed foods does more than just affect your waistline; it actively deposits fat directly inside your leg muscles. According to…
Heating plant proteins at extreme temperatures significantly limits nutrient absorption and can even alter behavioral patterns. While individuals often prioritize adding quality high protein foods…
People looking to slow their biological clocks do not need to adhere to one universally perfect eating regimen. A new analysis of roughly 7,500 adults…
While navigating common diet myths can often confuse consumers, a recent comprehensive clinical review has identified the precise daily intake of whole grains needed to…
Men navigating low-risk prostate cancer through active surveillance may significantly lower their risk of tumor progression by prioritizing a plant-based diet. New data shared at…
New research demonstrates that the physical food cellular structure dictates how the human body processes nutrients, influencing both blood sugar levels and appetite-regulating hormones. In…
Most dietary advice for blood sugar control focuses on carbohydrate quantity and food quality — but a new 2026 study suggests the clock on the…
The FDA is proposing a new "Nutrition Info" box for the front of packaged foods — a small label rating saturated fat, sodium, and added…
A new clinical trial published in JAMA Network Open found that switching to a low-fat, plant-based diet trims calorie intake by an average of 357…
A large randomized controlled trial published in July 2026 has put a number on something nutritionists have long suspected: eating a wide variety of whole…
Knowing your daily calorie needs is only useful if you can measure what you actually eat — and that second step has long been the…
For years, low-fat dairy dominated nutrition guidance — but a rigorous new trial suggests the trade-off may not be necessary. Researchers at the University of…
For anyone tracking both their fitness goals and environmental footprint, a large new meta-analysis delivers reassuring news: swapping your whey shake for a soy-based alternative…
A new analysis from Stanford University has confirmed what many clinicians have suspected: the idea that "fat raises cholesterol" is not a universal truth —…
U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal and Cory Booker introduced the Food Labeling Modernization Act on July 30, 2026 — the most sweeping overhaul of food packaging…
Researchers at The Wistar Institute have identified a surprising mechanism behind ovarian cancer recurrence: fructose — the common dietary sugar found in sodas, fruit juices,…
A major two-year randomized controlled trial has found that high-dose omega-3 fish oil supplements provide no measurable benefit for memory or cognitive function — even…
A study published on August 3, 2026 in Frontiers in Nutrition found that among all dietary factors, carbohydrates have the greatest influence on the gut…
Losing weight is hard enough — but keeping it off may be even harder, and science is starting to explain why. A landmark Cell review…
For adults struggling to carve out time for regular exercise, new research offers a practical alternative: a single 75-minute brisk interval walk each week may…
Eating one avocado every day for six months significantly reduces the concentration of harmful LDL particles in the blood — and that translates to a…
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) has formally required more than 3,000 U.S. acute care hospitals to report a standardized malnutrition quality measure…
A new clinical trial from Rutgers University suggests that limiting meals to an 8-hour daily window does more than help with weight — it may…
A new study published in the journal Cell reveals that the amino acid arginine plays a critical role in immune defense — and that dietary…
A sweeping new review of more than 350 studies suggests that reducing dietary protein intake — rather than increasing it — may be a powerful…
A naturally occurring polyphenol in rice bran has shown the ability to calm overactive intestinal muscles in laboratory tests — a finding that could point…
Researchers tracking nearly 104,000 adults for over a decade have identified five dietary patterns that consistently extend life expectancy — and the gains are measurable.…
Four of the most popular AI-powered calorie-tracking apps routinely undercount the energy in a single meal by 250 to 345 calories — a gap large…
A new study from the University of Texas at Austin has found that 81% of products in the toddler food aisle are ultra-processed, and nearly…
A large randomized trial has found that older adults who took a daily multivitamin for three years reported significantly better functional health than those on…
The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans now recommend 1.2 to 1.6 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight per day — a notable increase…
Researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center have discovered that short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) — compounds formed when gut bacteria digest dietary fiber — actively suppress…
A new observational study of more than 2,000 older adults in Japan has found that lower blood plasma vitamin C levels are consistently associated with…
A major new study tracking nearly 67,000 postmenopausal women over two decades has found that closely following the Planetary Health Diet is associated with a…
A team of Stanford Medicine researchers has identified a naturally occurring molecule in the human body that suppresses appetite as powerfully as semaglutide — but…
A sweeping 25-year study has found that children who regularly drink soda, sports drinks, or fruit juice face a significantly higher risk of high blood…
A landmark Harvard study presented at the American Society for Nutrition's annual conference has upended a widely held belief: it is not whether your food…
A new randomized trial from Columbia University shows that mild, chronic sleep restriction — just 80 minutes less per night — is enough to tip…
Cutting out sugar entirely sounds like a clean nutrition win — but a new study suggests the reality is more complicated. Researchers found that completely…
A new study published in Frontiers in Nutrition reveals that closely following the Mediterranean diet significantly raises blood levels of two protective mitochondrial microproteins —…
A large prospective study published in the journal Neurology has found that adults with the highest intake of low- and no-calorie sweeteners experience cognitive decline…
Not all sugars are equal when it comes to appetite. A new study published June 10, 2026, in the journal Neuron reveals that fructose suppresses…
A major Canadian modeling study presented at the International Congress on Obesity (July 15–17, 2026) has quantified just how much ultra-processed foods are shaping heart…
A new randomized controlled trial confirms that limiting daily food intake to an eight-hour window does not just help people lose weight — it keeps…
Clinical AI startup HealthLeap announced on June 25, 2026 that its AI-powered nutrition risk identification platform is now deployed systemwide across Houston Methodist, screening every…
Metabolic health company Berry Street announced a partnership with women's healthcare provider Tia to connect Tia members with clinical nutrition therapy built around hormonal shifts,…
Digital metabolic health platform Heald announced on July 9 that anyone who buys an over-the-counter continuous glucose monitor (CGM) through the company will now get…
Digital health company January AI announced on July 8, 2026 that its Clinician Nutrition Monitor has been qualified as a solution on Mayo Clinic Platform,…