Nutrition

Plant-Based Meats May Actually Solve the Ultra-Processed Food Problem

New research reveals plant-based meats aren't the health villains media claims - they may actually protect against disease.

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Plant-Based Diets Cut Thyroid Disease Risk by 50% Plus Natural Hashimoto's Treatment

Dr. Greger reveals how vegan diets halve hyperthyroidism risk and shares a simple spice that improves Hashimoto's thyroid function.

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Iron and B Vitamins Boost Brain Power in African Children, Major Review Finds

Systematic review reveals specific micronutrients significantly improve cognition and academic performance in school-aged children.

Hidden Barriers Keep People Out of Nutrition Programs Despite Growing Health Awareness

New research reveals overlooked obstacles preventing enrollment in nutrition interventions that could improve health outcomes.

Fruit-Based Foods Beat Fiber Supplements for Treating Chronic Constipation

Network analysis of 19 studies reveals multi-component foods and fruit-based interventions outperform traditional fiber supplements.

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Vitamin D and Iron Linked to Higher Celiac Disease Risk in Swedish Children

Large study of 6,520 at-risk children reveals country-specific nutrient associations with celiac disease development.

Multiple Micronutrients Show Modest Edge Over Iron-Folic Acid for Child Anemia

Large Indian trial finds adding micronutrients to iron-folic acid reduces anemia by 28% but with minimal physiological impact.

Iron Absorption Genes Work Differently in East Asian vs European Populations

New genetic study reveals ancestry-specific differences in how genes control iron absorption, opening doors to personalized nutrition.

Tooth Loss Dramatically Increases Malnutrition Risk in Older Adults

Major study reveals edentulous seniors face 66% higher odds of malnutrition, but dentures may help protect nutritional status.

Family-Based Nutrition Program Transforms Children's Eating Habits and Food Awareness

Interactive workshops with families helped overweight children reduce ultra-processed food intake and develop critical thinking about food choices.

Probiotics Boost Gut Health in Elderly Tube-Fed Patients Within 30 Days

Short-term probiotic supplementation significantly improved gut microbiome diversity in older adults receiving home enteral nutrition.