Many Women Still Miss a Key Nutrient Before Pregnancy

A large U.S. study found that women without health insurance were less likely to report taking folic acid supplements, highlighting gaps in access to a proven birth-defect prevention strategy.

Jun 12, 2026

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3 min read

Nutrition Science

What Americans Get Wrong About Diet and Cholesterol

A new survey suggests many people remain confused about how familiar foods affect blood cholesterol. The most useful advice is less dramatic than the debate often makes it sound.

Jun 12, 2026

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4 min read

Nutrition Science

Alcohol Risks Can Rise at Levels Many People Consider Moderate

A new modeling study found no overall health benefit from drinking, even at low levels, and estimated that the risk of alcohol-related harm increases as consumption rises.

Jun 13, 2026

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3 min read

Does a Healthy Grocery Budget Depend on Where You Live?

A study found that location explained nearly 90% of the variation in the modeled cost of USDA's Thrifty Food Plan, which helps set maximum SNAP benefits.

Jun 10, 2026

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3 min read

Nutrition Science

GLP-1-Based Medications Linked to Lower Risk of Obesity-Related Cancers

A large observational study found fewer cancer diagnoses among adults with obesity who were prescribed semaglutide or tirzepatide, but it does not prove the medications prevent cancer.

Jun 10, 2026

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3 min read

Weight Loss

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Protein-Rich Foods May Help Support Strength as Adults Age

In a large study of older adults, lower intake of protein-rich foods was linked with higher odds of reduced grip strength and difficulty with everyday activities.

Jun 1, 2026

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Healthier Meals May Start with Just a Few Food Swaps

A computational study found that one to three food substitutions could improve modeled nutrition quality and lower meal costs, but the approach has not yet been tested with real users.

Jun 1, 2026

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3 min read

Protein Claims Are Everywhere. The Science Is More Complicated.

A critical review of common protein beliefs found promising evidence for some ideas, but major gaps remain behind many confident recommendations.

Jun 10, 2026

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4 min read

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Alcohol Risks Can Rise at Levels Many People Consider Moderate

A new modeling study found no overall health benefit from drinking, even at low levels, and estimated that the risk of alcohol-related harm increases as consumption rises.

Jun 13, 2026

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3 min read

Experimental Oral GLP-1 Pill Shows Promise for Diabetes and Weight Loss

A once-daily pill lowered blood sugar and body weight in two phase 2 trials, but larger and longer studies are still needed before it could become an option for patients.

Jun 13, 2026

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3 min read

Experimental Oral GLP-1 Pill Shows Promise for Diabetes and Weight Loss

Many Women Still Miss a Key Nutrient Before Pregnancy

A large U.S. study found that women without health insurance were less likely to report taking folic acid supplements, highlighting gaps in access to a proven birth-defect prevention strategy.

Jun 12, 2026

•

3 min read

What Americans Get Wrong About Diet and Cholesterol

A new survey suggests many people remain confused about how familiar foods affect blood cholesterol. The most useful advice is less dramatic than the debate often makes it sound.

Jun 12, 2026

•

4 min read

Earlier Egg Introduction Linked to Lower Allergy Rates in Babies

An Australian study found egg allergy prevalence declined after infant feeding guidance changed, adding real-world support to recommendations that parents should not unnecessarily delay common allergens.

Jun 11, 2026

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3 min read

Earlier Egg Introduction Linked to Lower Allergy Rates in Babies

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Many Women Still Miss a Key Nutrient Before Pregnancy

What Americans Get Wrong About Diet and Cholesterol

Alcohol Risks Can Rise at Levels Many People Consider Moderate

Does a Healthy Grocery Budget Depend on Where You Live?

GLP-1-Based Medications Linked to Lower Risk of Obesity-Related Cancers

Most Popular

Protein-Rich Foods May Help Support Strength as Adults Age

Healthier Meals May Start with Just a Few Food Swaps

Protein Claims Are Everywhere. The Science Is More Complicated.

Latest Posts

Alcohol Risks Can Rise at Levels Many People Consider Moderate

Experimental Oral GLP-1 Pill Shows Promise for Diabetes and Weight Loss

Many Women Still Miss a Key Nutrient Before Pregnancy

What Americans Get Wrong About Diet and Cholesterol

Earlier Egg Introduction Linked to Lower Allergy Rates in Babies

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