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.

How Important Is Breakfast for Overall Health?

What Are the Health Benefits of Mung Beans?

What is the BRAT Diet?

Rhodiola Rosea: Evidence-Based Health Benefits and Clinical Insights

Foods that Reduce Oxidative Stress and Prevent Cancer

The Importance of Dietary Fiber

What is the TLC Diet?

Can You Be Vegan and an Athlete

Coconut Oil: Health Benefits

Spanish Lime: Nutritional Profile, Benefits, and Uses

Nutraceutical Industry

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

Food Allergies Explained

Is Palm Oil Good or Bad in Diet?

Cambridge Diet: Pros and Cons

The Flexitarian Diet: A Flexible Path to Better Health

Ginger: Health Benefits

Calorie and Macro Counting

How an Anti-Inflammatory Diet Lowers Chronic Disease Risk

How Fast Food Affects Children's Health

Do Superfoods Really Exist?

Health Benefits of Cinnamon

Are Artificial Food Flavors and Colorings Harmful?

Diet for Obese Children and Teenagers

Nutritional / Dietary Supplement

Organic Food Health Benefits

Fast 5:2 Diet Evidence

What Is The Andean Diet And Why Is It Healthy?

Is Spirulina the Next Anti-Aging Superfood?

Canola Oil: Is it Healthy?

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

What is the Military Diet?

What is Personalized Nutrition?

Neem - Evidence-Based Health Benefits

Understanding the Glycemic Index

Vegetarian Diets for Weight Loss

What is the 5:2 Diet?

The Health Benefits of Cilantro (Coriander)

What are the Health Benefits of a Vegan Diet?

Does Red Meat Shorten Lifespan?

Benefits of Nut Consumption During Pregnancy

Dukan Diet: Pros and Cons

How Many Calories Should You Eat Per Day?

Do NAD Boosters Help You to Live Longer?

High Protein Diet

Genetic Factors Impacting Nutritional Requirement

Magnesium in the Diet and Body

Are Low Carbohydrate Diets Good for Type 2 Diabetes?

New Atkins Diet: Pros and Cons

Papaya: Health Benefits

Natural Sources of Vitamin D and Calcium

Diet Supplements and Liver Problems

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

Is The Carnivore Diet Healthy?

Diabetic Diet

What to Eat on the Military Diet

Natural Protein Sources

Can Food Allergies Ever be Psychological?

Does Eating Sea Moss Provide Health Benefits?

Fast 5:2 Diet

Does Drinking 100% Fruit Juice Put on Weight?

The MIND Diet Explained: Foods That Fight Cognitive Decline

What to Know About Processed and Ultra-Processed Foods

The Benefits of Healthy Fats

Causes of Food Intolerance

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

Military Diet: Health Risks

Top Lithium-Rich Foods and How They Support Health

Nutraceutical Regulation

Portfolio Diet: Evidence-Based Steps to Reduce LDL Cholesterol

Fad Diet Examples and Efficacy

DASH Diet for High Blood Pressure

Health Benefits of Quinoa

What is the Viking Diet?

Diet for Overweight and Obese Pregnant Women

What are Nutraceuticals?

Paleo vs. Keto Diets

Sources of Dietary Fiber

Food Intolerance

Butter versus Margarine: Which is Healthier?

Healthy High Fat Alternatives to Avocado

Macrominerals and Trace Minerals in the Diet

Mediterranean Diet

Raw Veganism: Health Benefits, Risks, and Challenges

South Beach and Low-GI Diets

Can You Eat Too Much Fruit?

Differences Between Natural Whole Fruit and Natural Fruit Juice

The Detrimental Effects of Ultra-processed Foods

False Alarm Hypothesis of Food Allergy

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

The Health Benefits of Walnuts

Colostrum for Adults: Boosting Immunity Gut Health and Recovery

Should We Eat Polished Rice?

The 5:2 Diet Health Benefits

FODMAP Research

Caveman or Palaeolithic Diet

Nutritional Needs of Young Children (Age 5-10)

Smarter Carts: How AI is Transforming Grocery Shopping

The Vegan Diet, Ethos, Affects and Advice

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

Recombinant Bovine Growth Hormones (rBGH) in Food

What is Clean Eating?

Is Food Packaging Harmful to Health?

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

Nutrigenomics: How Your Genes Influence Your Nutritional Needs and Health

The Principles of the Blue Zone Diet

What is a DNA Diet?

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Shame prevents people from seeking dental treatment and worsens oral health inequalities

Shame can lead people to avoid getting treatment for dental issues, potentially worsening oral health inequalities, a new study warns.

9 Oct 2025

Using a lab-designed protein to regulate blood glucose levels

Researchers at the Indiana University School of Medicine have discovered a new way to regulate blood glucose levels using a lab-designed protein, possibly opening the door to a new treatment avenue for people with Type 1 diabetes.

9 Oct 2025

Perlmutter Cancer Center experts shine light on the rise of breast cancer in younger adults

Currently, breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in women age 20 to 49 in the United States. Compounding this concerning issue, younger patients are being diagnosed at more advanced stages, according to doctors at NYU Langone's Perlmutter Cancer Center, and this points to a greater need for screening, prevention, and breast cancer education.

9 Oct 2025

Study reports the world's first genetically engineered pig-to-human liver xenotransplantation

An important new study in the Journal of Hepatology, published by Elsevier, reports the world's first auxiliary liver xenotransplant from a genetically engineered pig to a living human recipient.

9 Oct 2025

Healthy eating may come at the expense of exploited workers

Many Americans choose food based on cost and nutrition, but personal values, such as animal welfare and environmental concerns, also shape what ends up on our plates.

9 Oct 2025

Thousands of ‘healthy’ Brits are unknowingly low on iron

A study reveals 6% of health-conscious UK adults have anemia, primarily due to iron deficiency, often without noticeable symptoms, especially in women.

9 Oct 2025

Caffeine boosts muscular power and speed in resistance training

This meta-analysis highlights caffeine's role in enhancing resistance training performance, with notable effects on power and velocity for low-caffeine users.

9 Oct 2025

Why protein powders can secretly cause doping bans

Adulterated protein supplements can lead to unintentional doping. This review outlines detection strategies and protective measures for athletes and clinicians.

9 Oct 2025

Fermented soy boosts memory in older adults

Findings from a study reveal that fermented soy may boost memory function in older adults, especially postmenopausal women, offering dietary cognitive support.

9 Oct 2025

Researchers quantify forced labor risk in five dietary patterns

Many Americans choose food based on cost and nutrition, but personal values, such as animal welfare and environmental concerns, also shape what ends up on our plates.

9 Oct 2025

Study warns of inevitable child mortality rise without unimpeded aid in Gaza

More than 54,600 children in Gaza are estimated to be acutely malnourished, including over 12,800 severely so, with few therapeutic options available to them. With measurements up to the middle of August 2025, the study comprehensively tracks wasting among children during the war, estimates population prevalence, and highlights unprecedented increases in child malnutrition following periods of blockades and severe aid restrictions.

9 Oct 2025

Discovery of vascular-associated fibroblastic cells opens new path for diabetes treatment

Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the cells that produce insulin-a critical hormone that regulates blood sugar in the body.

8 Oct 2025

Rare spacecraft bacterium found to evade detection by playing dead

A rare microorganism found in an unexpected environment may be evading detection by "playing dead," according to microbiologists at the University of Houston.

8 Oct 2025

Decades of exercise found to train the immune system for better defense

In addition to strengthening the muscles, lungs, and heart, regular physical exercise also strengthens the immune system.

8 Oct 2025

Athletes may gain health and performance advantages from time-restricted eating

According to a study by researchers at the Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC), time-restricted feeding can have a positive impact on athletes in terms of both their health and performance.

8 Oct 2025

Study links extended breastfeeding to stronger infant immune health

Breastfeeding until at least six months helps babies to fight off infections and reduces chronic inflammation, according to a new study. And better understanding the way specific nutrients in breast milk impact the immune system will improve health outcomes for all infants including those not breastfed.

8 Oct 2025

Depression during pregnancy raises risk of gestational diabetes

Findings indicate that antenatal depression increases the risk of gestational diabetes, underscoring the need for early intervention and lifestyle support.

8 Oct 2025

Healthy diet may double life expectancy benefits for frail adults

Research shows that improved diet quality significantly enhances life expectancy in frail older adults, highlighting the importance of nutrition in aging.

8 Oct 2025

Parental teasing and criticism fuel body image issues later in life

Verbal influences from parents on weight are key predictors of body image dissatisfaction in children, surpassing the effects of observed behaviors.

8 Oct 2025

Second World Congress to spotlight the science behind mitochondrial biology and microbiome research

The Second World Congress on Targeting Extracellular Vesicles (EVs) is scheduled for 15–16 October 2025 in Valencia, Spain. This landmark event, co-organized by the World Mitochondria Society and the International Society of Microbiota, will spotlight the rapidly evolving science where mitochondrial biology and microbiome research intersect via extracellular vesicles.

7 Oct 2025

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Diet & Nutrition

Overview

Feature Articles

Rhodiola Rosea: Evidence-Based Health Benefits and Clinical Insights

Foods that Reduce Oxidative Stress and Prevent Cancer

The Importance of Dietary Fiber

What is the TLC Diet?

Can You Be Vegan and an Athlete

Coconut Oil: Health Benefits

Spanish Lime: Nutritional Profile, Benefits, and Uses

Nutraceutical Industry

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

Food Allergies Explained

Is Palm Oil Good or Bad in Diet?

Cambridge Diet: Pros and Cons

The Flexitarian Diet: A Flexible Path to Better Health

Ginger: Health Benefits

Calorie and Macro Counting

How an Anti-Inflammatory Diet Lowers Chronic Disease Risk

How Fast Food Affects Children's Health

Do Superfoods Really Exist?

Health Benefits of Cinnamon

Are Artificial Food Flavors and Colorings Harmful?

Diet for Obese Children and Teenagers

Nutritional / Dietary Supplement

Organic Food Health Benefits

Fast 5:2 Diet Evidence

What Is The Andean Diet And Why Is It Healthy?

Is Spirulina the Next Anti-Aging Superfood?

Canola Oil: Is it Healthy?

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

What is the Military Diet?

What is Personalized Nutrition?

Neem - Evidence-Based Health Benefits

Understanding the Glycemic Index

Vegetarian Diets for Weight Loss

What is the 5:2 Diet?

The Health Benefits of Cilantro (Coriander)

What are the Health Benefits of a Vegan Diet?

Does Red Meat Shorten Lifespan?

Benefits of Nut Consumption During Pregnancy

Dukan Diet: Pros and Cons

How Many Calories Should You Eat Per Day?

Do NAD Boosters Help You to Live Longer?

High Protein Diet

Genetic Factors Impacting Nutritional Requirement

Magnesium in the Diet and Body

Are Low Carbohydrate Diets Good for Type 2 Diabetes?

New Atkins Diet: Pros and Cons

Papaya: Health Benefits

Natural Sources of Vitamin D and Calcium

Diet Supplements and Liver Problems

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

Is The Carnivore Diet Healthy?

Diabetic Diet

What to Eat on the Military Diet

Natural Protein Sources

Can Food Allergies Ever be Psychological?

Does Eating Sea Moss Provide Health Benefits?

Fast 5:2 Diet

Does Drinking 100% Fruit Juice Put on Weight?

The MIND Diet Explained: Foods That Fight Cognitive Decline

What to Know About Processed and Ultra-Processed Foods

The Benefits of Healthy Fats

Causes of Food Intolerance

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

Military Diet: Health Risks

Top Lithium-Rich Foods and How They Support Health

Nutraceutical Regulation

Portfolio Diet: Evidence-Based Steps to Reduce LDL Cholesterol

Fad Diet Examples and Efficacy

DASH Diet for High Blood Pressure

Health Benefits of Quinoa

What is the Viking Diet?

Diet for Overweight and Obese Pregnant Women

What are Nutraceuticals?

Paleo vs. Keto Diets

Sources of Dietary Fiber

Food Intolerance

Butter versus Margarine: Which is Healthier?

The Detrimental Effects of Ultra-processed Foods