A striking new report from the federal government this month found that Americans on average get about half their calories from ultra-processed foods that have been linked in studies to increased rates of obesity and chronic disease. One reason ultra ...

A striking new report from the federal government this month found that Americans on average get about half their calories from ultra-processed foods that have been linked in studies to increased rates of obesity and chronic disease. One reason ultra ...

The new dietary guidelines call for prioritizing high-quality protein, healthy fats, fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Foods to avoid or limit are highly processed foods, refined carbohydrates and added sugars. The "food pyramid" has literally been turned upside down.

A higher intake of preservative food additives was associated with an elevated risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a January study published in Nature Communications.

I recently attended a continuing medical education lecture by Kathleen Holton, Ph.D., MPH, and I want to share what I learned. But first, who is Dr. Holton? Dr. Holton is a nutritional neuroscientist who studies the effects of diet, especially food ...

Changes to the standards include a mix of “Make America Healthy Again” rhetoric and longstanding nutrition recommendations. Americans are advised to cook with beef tallow and limit foods with artificial dyes, while also being told to cut their sugar consumption and prioritize nutrient-rich fruits and vegetables.

The Trump administration on Wednesday released new dietary guidelines alongside an updated food pyramid that prioritizes protein, dairy, fruits and vegetables. The federal government is required to release dietary guidelines for Americans every five years,

Indiana could join a growing number of states scrutinizing ultra-processed foods in schools under legislation heard Wednesday that would restrict certain additives in student meals and snacks. House Bill 1137,