Food & Hydration
Where’s the Iodine?
Rates of mild-to-moderate iodine deficiency are not only common but also appear to be increasing, despite a salt-iodization program.
Health Benefits of Family Dinners
A survey found that 91% of parents said family dinners reduce feelings of stress, with 84% wishing they could eat together more frequently.
Nutrition for Young Athletes
Participation in athletics can be an important contributor to an adolescent’s physical, cognitive and emotional development.
Modern Batch Cooking
We’re sharing how to create hassle-free and healthy meals that can be thrown together in a matter of minutes. The secret? Batch-cooking!
Big Breakfast and Metabolism
Going big at breakfast may not drive up metabolism, but it could help people following a calorie-conscious eating pattern feel more satiated.
Cooked or Raw Eggs for Muscle Recovery?
Tests showed that more muscle-stimulating amino acids became available in the body after ingesting boiled eggs compared with raw eggs.
Recipe: Sweet-Potato Yogurt Bowl
This bowl of sweet-potato sauce and yogurt swirled together—and strewn with granola, nuts and seeds—is a nutritious way to enjoy nourishment.
Misleading Label Claims for Fruit Drinks
A study found that nearly all (97%) of the fruit drinks had at least one nutrition-related front of package claim.
Nutritional Deficiency and Depression
Researchers found overall nutritional deficiency was associated with worsening mental health and depression.
Dangerous Bacteria in Spice Containers
A new study has found a surprising risk for cross-contamination and food poisoning: bacteria in spice containers.
Carbs for Weightlifting
Investigators did a comprehensive review of the literature on carbs for weightlifting and the impact on resistance training performance.
Antibiotics in Food
Researchers have developed a cost-effective method to simultaneously measure up to 77 antibiotics in food.
Word of the Day: Trimethylamine N-Oxide (or TMAO)
There’s a positive correlation between elevated plasma levels of trimethylamine N-oxide and an increased risk for cardiovascular disease.
Medically Tailored Meals
A study showed delivering “medically tailored” meals to people with chronic conditions could prevent hospitalizations and save money.
Bye or Buy? Maple Water
In a market flooded with drinks promising to improve hydration, health and performance, one is emerging as all-natural: maple water.
Overestimating Healthy Eating
People trying to lose weight often overestimate their healthy eating, something that could sabotage weight-loss and health improvements.
Caffeine and Athletes
Athletes turn to caffeine to help them get through a tough workout, but as with any good thing, too much can be problematic for performance.
Magnesium and Diabetes Risk
Only about half of Americans consume the recommended amount of magnesium—a trend that may play a role in the escalating diabetes rates.
Risk of Celiac Disease in Children
Higher blood levels of chemicals in pesticides, nonstick cookware and flame retardants may increase the risk of celiac disease in children.
Important Nutrients Lacking in Diets
Even though many Americans overconsume calories, they are underconsuming several important nutrients, which could be a health burden.
