Diet & Nutrition

Food and beverages provide the energy and nutrients you need to improve health, manage disease, and reduce the risk of disease. Complete nutrition requires ingestion and absorption of vitamins, minerals, essential amino acids from protein and essential fatty acids from fat-containing food, also food energy in the form of carbohydrate, protein, and fat. Dietary habits and choices play a significant role in the quality of life, health and longevity.

Is Watermelon a Superfood? Examining the Scientific Evidence

Watermelon (Citrullus lanatus) is a nutrient-dense fruit rich in lycopene and L-citrulline, with demonstrated antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, vascular, metabolic, and ergogenic benefits.

Neem - Evidence-Based Health Benefits

How Important Is Breakfast for Overall Health?

What is a DNA Diet?

What Is The Andean Diet And Why Is It Healthy?

What to Know About Processed and Ultra-Processed Foods

Spanish Lime: Nutritional Profile, Benefits, and Uses

Do NAD Boosters Help You to Live Longer?

The Principles of the Blue Zone Diet

Diet Supplements and Liver Problems

Food Allergies Explained

Healthy High Fat Alternatives to Avocado

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Mediterranean Diet

Diet for Obese Children and Teenagers

The MIND Diet Explained: Foods That Fight Cognitive Decline

Nutritional Needs of Young Children (Age 5-10)

Diabetic Diet

Raw Veganism: Health Benefits, Risks, and Challenges

What is Personalized Nutrition?

Is The Carnivore Diet Healthy?

Benefits of Nut Consumption During Pregnancy

What is the TLC Diet?

Health Benefits of Quinoa

What is the Military Diet?

The Flexitarian Diet: A Flexible Path to Better Health

High Protein Diet

What is the Viking Diet?

Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormones (rBGH) in Food

Coconut Oil: Health Benefits

What Are the Health Benefits of Mung Beans?

Fast 5:2 Diet

Paleo vs. Keto Diets

Food Intolerance

Does Drinking 100% Fruit Juice Put on Weight?

How an Anti-Inflammatory Diet Lowers Chronic Disease Risk

The Detrimental Effects of Ultra-processed Foods

The Health Benefits of Walnuts

Magnesium in the Diet and Body

The Health Benefits of Cilantro (Coriander)

Does Red Meat Shorten Lifespan?

FODMAP Research

Foods that Reduce Oxidative Stress and Prevent Cancer

The Importance of Dietary Fiber

South Beach and Low-GI Diets

Can You Eat Too Much Fruit?

Sources of Dietary Fiber

Is Spirulina the Next Anti-Aging Superfood?

Papaya: Health Benefits

New Atkins Diet: Pros and Cons

What is Clean Eating?

How Fast Food Affects Children's Health

Can Food Allergies Ever be Psychological?

Diet for Overweight and Obese Pregnant Women

How Many Calories Should You Eat Per Day?

Nutritional / Dietary Supplement

Causes of Food Intolerance

Fad Diet Examples and Efficacy

Should We Eat Polished Rice?

Top Lithium-Rich Foods and How They Support Health

What are the Health Benefits of a Vegan Diet?

Tart Cherry Benefits: Fact or Fiction for Wellness and Recovery?

Can You Be Vegan and an Athlete

Are Artificial Food Flavors and Colorings Harmful?

Nutraceutical Industry

Calorie and Macro Counting

Macrominerals and Trace Minerals in the Diet

Nutraceutical Regulation

Fast 5:2 Diet Evidence

Military Diet: Health Risks

Differences Between Natural Whole Fruit and Natural Fruit Juice

What is the 5:2 Diet?

How the Atlantic Diet Supports Long-Term Health and Prevents Chronic Disease

Colostrum for Adults: Boosting Immunity Gut Health and Recovery

Rhodiola Rosea: Evidence-Based Health Benefits and Clinical Insights

Organic Food Health Benefits

Ginger: Health Benefits

Do Superfoods Really Exist?

False Alarm Hypothesis of Food Allergy

Smarter Carts: How AI is Transforming Grocery Shopping

What to Eat on the Military Diet

Natural Protein Sources

Health Benefits of Cinnamon

Caveman or Palaeolithic Diet

The Benefits of Healthy Fats

Does Eating Sea Moss Provide Health Benefits?

Nutrigenomics: How Your Genes Influence Your Nutritional Needs and Health

Is a Hypocaloric Diet Safe and Effective for Long-Term Health?

Is Palm Oil Good or Bad in Diet?

Canola Oil: Is it Healthy?

Cambridge Diet: Pros and Cons

Understanding the Glycemic Index

The 5:2 Diet Health Benefits

What is the BRAT Diet?

Butter versus Margarine: Which is Healthier?

Portfolio Diet: Evidence-Based Steps to Reduce LDL Cholesterol

Sesame Oil Health Benefits: Examining the Diverse Roles of Lignans and Lipids

Are Low Carbohydrate Diets Good for Type 2 Diabetes?

Natural Sources of Vitamin D and Calcium

Why Moringa oleifera is Called the Miracle Tree: Health Benefits for Immunity, Inflammation, and Metabolism

Raspberry Leaf Tea In Pregnancy: Safety, Benefits, and Research Insights

Dietary Fiber: Health Benefits, Food Sources, and Daily Needs

Genetic Factors Impacting Nutritional Requirement

What are Nutraceuticals?

DASH Diet for High Blood Pressure

Vegetarian Diets for Weight Loss

Is Food Packaging Harmful to Health?

The Vegan Diet, Ethos, Affects and Advice

Dukan Diet: Pros and Cons

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Indoor hydroponic gardening boosts wellbeing for cancer patients

Indoor hydroponic gardening - a method of growing plants using nutrient-rich water instead of soil - could help cancer patients develop better mental health, eat a healthier diet and enjoy a better overall quality of life.

4 Nov 2025

Mapping how the heart heals after a heart attack

Over the course of evolution, the human heart has largely lost its ability to regenerate. Our distant ancestors were not afflicted by heart attacks - a condition that emerged primarily with modern lifestyles marked by poor diet, obesity, and other cardiovascular risk factors.

3 Nov 2025

How walnuts combat inflammation and oxidative stress in the body

This review in Food Science & Nutrition synthesizes evidence showing that walnuts (Juglans regia L.) exert potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, apoptosis-regulatory, and immunomodulatory effects through bioactive compounds influencing mitochondrial, cytokine, and redox pathways.

3 Nov 2025

Scientists explore why black rice deserves a bigger place in modern diets

Researchers reviewed the nutritional composition, therapeutic benefits, and industrial uses of black rice, highlighting its potential as a functional food. The study highlights the role of black rice in managing blood sugar, cholesterol, and inflammation, while also advocating for more robust human trials and sustainable cultivation methods.

2 Nov 2025

Research shows citrus and grape compounds may protect against type 2 diabetes

A six-month clinical trial found that a supplement combining citrus and grape extracts, hesperidin, and chromium significantly reduced fasting blood glucose in prediabetic adults. Participants also saw improved cholesterol and triglyceride levels, returning many to normal metabolic health.

2 Nov 2025

Even low PFAS in drinking water raise blood levels, California study shows

Researchers in Southern California found that even low levels of PFAS (“forever chemicals”) in public drinking water lead to measurable increases in blood PFAS concentrations. The study underscores the urgent need for stronger water-quality monitoring and stricter PFAS regulations across non-industrial regions.

2 Nov 2025

The nation’s largest food aid program is about to see cuts. Here’s what you should know.

The Trump administration's overhaul of the nation's largest food assistance program will cause millions of people to lose benefits, strain state budgets, and pressure the nation's food supply chain, all while likely hindering the goals of the administration's "Make America Healthy Again" platform, according to researchers and former federal officials.

31 Oct 2025

Exploring the link between underweight status and gut microbiota composition in Japanese women

Low body weight in young women has been linked to a range of health concerns, including disrupted menstrual cycles, infertility, weakened immune function, and a long-term decline in bone density.

31 Oct 2025

Sensory effects of flavanols trigger physiological responses in the brain

Astringency is a dry, puckering, rough, or sandpapery sensation in the mouth caused by plant-derived polyphenols.

31 Oct 2025

Massive cross-ancestry study explains why obesity risks differ around the world

A massive cross-ancestry genetic study involving over 839,000 adults identified 13 genes linked to obesity, including five never before associated with the condition. The findings highlight how global genetic diversity can uncover new biological pathways and potential treatment targets for obesity.

31 Oct 2025

Common viruses sharply raise heart attack and stroke risk, major global review shows

In the largest synthesis to date, researchers reviewed 155 studies linking viral infections, including influenza, SARS-CoV-2, HIV, hepatitis C, and shingles, to increased risks of coronary heart disease, stroke, and heart failure. The findings highlight viral infection prevention and vaccination as underappreciated strategies for cardiovascular protection.

30 Oct 2025

First-of-its-kind resource created to identify people with genetic risk for elevated 'bad' cholesterol

An international team led by a University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine scientist has created a first-of-its-kind resource to identify those with a genetic risk for elevated 'bad' cholesterol -- a major contributor to heart disease.

30 Oct 2025

Reducing ketone levels and increasing exercise capacity could help manage diabetic ketoacidosis

A researcher at the University of Houston finds management of diabetic ketoacidosis may center around reducing ketone levels in diabetic patients and increasing exercise capacity for better health outcomes.

30 Oct 2025

Liver alterations associated with MASLD can directly affect the brain and behavior

A multidisciplinary research team has discovered that liver alterations associated with metabolic dysfunction-associated fatty liver disease (MASLD) can directly cause cognitive and neurological impairments, and that these effects can be reversed by a therapy exclusively targeting the liver.

30 Oct 2025

Two microbial metabolites compete to control the cells' protein building machinery

The microbiome-the trillions of bacteria, viruses, and fungi that live quietly in our body-plays a crucial role in shaping human health by providing a variety of micronutrients necessary for vital functions.

30 Oct 2025

Babies' gut bacteria could play a role in programming brain circuits tied to emotional health

A child's early gut microbiome may influence their risk of developing depression, anxiety or other internalizing symptoms in middle childhood, according to a new UCLA Health study.

30 Oct 2025

Refugees will be among the first to lose food stamps under federal changes

After fleeing the war-torn Democratic Republic of Congo, Antoinette landed in the Atlanta area last November and began to find her footing with federal help.

30 Oct 2025

Does fasting earlier in the day improve metabolism? This study says no

In a randomized crossover trial of 31 women with overweight, early and late time-restricted eating (TRE) produced no improvement in insulin sensitivity or cardiometabolic markers under isocaloric conditions. Both schedules, however, shifted internal circadian clocks, highlighting that meal timing affects biological rhythms more than metabolic outcomes.

30 Oct 2025

WHO reviews highlight limited long-term data on GLP-1 drug safety

Three new Cochrane reviews find evidence that GLP-1 drugs result in clinically meaningful weight loss, but industry-funded studies raise questions. The reviews were commissioned by the World Health Organization (WHO) to inform upcoming guidelines on the use of these drugs to treat obesity.

30 Oct 2025

Diets that harm the planet also raise the risk of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes

Diets that place greater pressure on the environment, high in meat and low in plant foods, were linked to higher risks of cancer, coronary heart disease, and type 2 diabetes in over 34,000 French adults. Sustainable, plant-rich diets were associated with better health and lower environmental impact.

29 Oct 2025