Whole grain food and the economics of type 2 diabetes
Increased consumption of whole grain foods could significantly reduce the incidence of type 2 diabetes and the costs associated with its treatment in Finland, according...
Nutrition
The Nutrition category explores the role of food and nutrients in supporting health, wellbeing and disease prevention. It offers evidence-based guidance on dietary patterns, nutrient needs and practical approaches to eating well, while also examining emerging research and common misconceptions. From tips for balanced meals to insights into the relationship between nutrition and long-term health, this category helps readers make informed choices that support both body and mind.
Ketone supplement and obesity discovery
Ketone supplement might be a novel therapeutic for boosting brain function in obesity: New research published in The Journal of Physiology has shown that ketone...
Urgent need for National Disaster Food Relief Strategy
Urgent need for National Disaster Food Relief Strategy: Western Australian-developed tools to map the suburbs most affected by food stress and determine what foods should...
School routes swimming in junk food ads
Perth children are being exposed to thousands of junk food ads every year on their way to and from school, a study led by the...
Drink three cups of tea daily for maximum wellness
Drink three cups of tea daily for maximum wellness benefits, says new study: New research review reveals tea wellness benefits across the age divide A...
Bariatric surgery not a quick fix for obesity
Bariatric surgery not a quick fix for obesity according to student's award-winning research: Bariatric surgery is not a quick fix for obesity and patients need extra support,...
Ultra-processed foods: Urgent action needed to reduce harm
British children are consuming ‘exceptionally high’ proportions of ultra-processed foods, increasing their risk of obesity and damaging their long-term health. These are the findings of...
Trust your gut – the microbiome and COVID
Nutrition Scientist; Dr Kathryn O’Sullivan looks at the role of gut bacteria and the microbiome as a “major weapon in fighting COVID 19 for the...
Brain food and protein cravings
Brainfood: Researchers find brain area responsible for protein cravings: New research from the Universities of Aberdeen and Leicester has identified an area of the brain that drives cravings for protein-rich food It...
Mouse studies find sugar-free energy drinks just as harmful
Mouse studies find sugar-free energy drinks just as harmful: Two Curtin research studies have found the excessive consumption of energy drinks, even sugar-free varieties, can...
