Research/News
Decaf May Help With Caffeine Withdrawal
A cup of decaffeinated coffee may be able to alleviate the unpleasant symptoms of caffeine withdrawal if it tastes like the real stuff.
Is Plant-Based Healthier?
Americans increasingly associate “plant-based” with “healthier.” Yet, going plant-based is not a guaranteed nutritional slam-dunk.
More People Buying Groceries at Discount Stores
As people reign in their food budgets, research suggests more Americans than ever are opting to get their groceries at local discount stores.
Environmental Impact of Diets
Not only do the most popular diets have differences in their nutrition ethos, but they also have differences in their environmental impact.
Term of the Day: Protein Leverage Hypothesis
The protein leverage hypothesis says that we are naturally driven to seek out protein and keep eating until our daily protein needs are met.
Bye or Buy? Avocado Oil
Avocado oil is gaining steam as a favorite liquid fat in kitchens. It’s the natural oil pressed from the pulp of avocado fruit.
Nutrients in Plant-Based Milks
Research shows if consumers are concerned about getting enough of certain nutrients from plant-based milks, some may be better than others.
Benefits of the Mediterranean Diet for Men
A duo of research reports suggests that it can be a good idea for men to get on board with the much-vaunted Mediterranean diet.
Agriculture Revenue Is Low
If you are a farmer, you make 7 cents on the dollar for the food you are producing, according to statistics on agriculture revenue.
Low-Fat Diets and Overeating
A controlled feeding study at the National Institutes of Health challenges the idea that low-fat diets per se spur on people to overeat.
MyPlate for Dietary Guidelines
Data from 2017 to March 2020 showed that 25.3% of U.S. adults had heard of MyPlate, the government’s tool for dietary guidelines.
Tackling Hunger in America
The Biden-Harris Administration hosted a conference to outline changes needed to end hunger in America and increase healthy eating.
Ultraprocessed Foods Versus the Planet
It’s not just our health that suffers when ultraprocessed foods are consumed too liberally, but also the health of our planet.
Merriam-Webster Adds New Food-Related Words
Merriam-Webster, the nearly 200-year-old gatekeeper of the English language, has added new nutrition and food words to the dictionary.
Should the FDA Be Telling Us What Is Healthy?
There’s no shortage of opinions on what “optimal” eating looks like, but soon we may have a little more FDA guidance.
Plant Protein to Build Muscle
When it comes to building muscle, plant protein has been considered inferior. But we’re learning that this might not be the case.
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.
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.