Plant-based diet may prevent cognitive decline

New research highlights the importance of a diet rich in fruit, vegetables, and whole grains for preventing cognitive decline later in life.

Letter from the Editor: Embracing change

As autumn settles in, Managing Editor Honor Whiteman discusses the importance of change and reflects on the improvements MNT have made this year.

How to boost serotonin and improve mood

Foods that contain tryptophan can help the body produce serotonin, which may improve mood. Here, we look at eight foods that boost serotonin, including salmon, eggs, spinach, and seeds.

Why does exercise alone not aid long-term weight loss?

Study uncovers why our weight loss plateaus after beginning a new exercise program, suggesting our bodies adapt to the higher activity levels – highlighting the importance of diet.

Fish suppers during pregnancy increase baby’s brain size

Omega oils are essential for the developing brain.

New AAP report targets lack of adequate food as ongoing health risk to US children

Nation’s pediatricians release policy statement stressing the importance of federal, state and local nutrition programs to help combat the immediate and potentially lifelong impact of food…

Survey finds doctors want to learn more about diet and cardiovascular disease prevention

Study from NYU Langone Medical Center shows that nutrition is rated as important as statins for preventing heart diseaseMost physicians are aware of the importance of lifestyle factors in…

Physicians want to learn more about diet, cardiovascular disease prevention

Most physicians are aware of the importance of lifestyle factors in preventing cardiovascular disease (CVD) — and believe diet is as important as statin therapy and exercise, according to a new survey.

Weight-gain study illustrates benefits of polyunsaturated oil

Researchers have found that even when gaining weight, polyunsaturated fats can lower levels of “bad” cholesterol, illustrating the importance of these as part of a balanced diet.

Volume-based approach to tube feeding improves nutrition for ICU patients

While the importance of enteral nutrition (EN), or feeding patients through a tube, in an intensive care unit is well understood, underfeeding is still common.

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