Future doctors need more nutrition education – but not of the MAHA kind

Future doctors need more nutrition education - but not of the MAHA kind

After decades of research, there is little doubt that nutrition plays a critical role in promoting health throughout life. This is especially true among vulnerable populations (infants and children, pregnant women, the elderly, and the food insecure) but also among healthy people. Well-documented obesity has been linked not only to heart disease, diabetes, and cancer, … Read more

Standard Process targets a market gap with brain supplements for senior dogs

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Standard Process highlights cognitive health as an emerging target for supplements for older dogs, noting that pet owners are increasingly aware of this area of ​​well-being. The brand’s note formulation mirrors that of human brain health supplements, for example, featuring the same functional botanicals and nutrients that people consume for mental clarity, resilience, and behavioral … Read more

Heavily processed foods can increase the risk of heart disease beyond poor nutrition alone

Review: Processed Foods and Food Dyes: What Are We Eating and What Are the Cardiovascular Risks? Image Credit: beauty-box / Shutterstock

A new review links ultra-processed foods and their additives to higher cardiovascular risk, pointing to large human studies and inflammation-related mechanisms that may help explain why a heavily processed diet can harm heart health. Key takeaways A high intake of ultra-processed foods is associated with a high risk of cardiovascular disease. Food additives can also … Read more