A major international study has found that frequent consumption of ultra-processed foods is linked to…
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Nutrition is the science of how organisms obtain, process, and utilize nutrients to sustain life, support growth, and maintain health. It explores the roles of macronutrients (like carbohydrates, proteins, and fats), micronutrients (such as vitamins and minerals), and other dietary components in bodily functions and disease prevention. Researchers in this field study how diet influences metabolism, immunity, development, and chronic conditions like obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease. Nutrition science also informs public health policies and personalized dietary guidelines. This page features the latest findings on how food and nutrients impact health and well-being.
The findings support the recommendation to minimize added sugars in the diets of pregnant women…
Only unprocessed, nutrient-rich plant foods protect the heart. Ultra-processed options offer no benefit. Eating more…
Researchers have developed a new iron supplement that pairs iron with prebiotics and probiotics to…
Combining kefir and prebiotic fiber reduced inflammation more effectively than omega-3 or fiber alone. Researchers…
In a new study using AI and machine learning, researchers from EPFL discovered that both…
A new Finnish study reveals that the omega-3 fatty acid eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) affects each…
A new study reveals that a low-fat vegan diet, even without restricting calories or carbohydrates,…
Researchers found that commonly used processed fats made from palm and plant oils do not…
A little-known microbe in your gut produces methane and may help your body extract more…
Groundbreaking research identifies surprising foods and supplements that can truly help relieve chronic constipation. Kiwifruit,…
Researchers have uncovered a surprising link between fruit intake and lung protection in polluted environments.…
Both sugary and low-calorie drinks were linked to higher liver disease risk. Replacing them with…
People who eat large amounts of ultra-processed foods show significantly higher inflammation levels tied to…
The findings could provide a new approach to repairing tissue damage caused by radiation or…
A plant-rich Mediterranean diet could help keep gums healthy and inflammation low. Researchers found that…
A new study explains how consuming dietary fiber can prevent, and even reverse, liver disease…
Researchers at the University of Basel in Switzerland have discovered that certain nutrients in food…