Keto Diet & Exercise: Lowering Blood Sugar & Boosting Health in Mice

The Keto-Exercise Paradox: Could High-Fat Diets Be the Future of Diabetes Management? Conventional wisdom often pits high-fat diets against exercise as cornerstones of a healthy lifestyle. But emerging research suggests a surprising synergy: a high-fat, low-carbohydrate (ketogenic) diet may actually enhance the benefits of exercise, particularly for individuals struggling with hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar. … Read more

Prabowo Urges Stable Prices for Basic Commodities Ahead of Eid

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto has directed his administration to prioritize the stabilization of essential commodity prices ahead of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. The directive was issued during a meeting on Monday, March 2, 2026, with Coordinating Minister for Maritime Affairs and Investment Luhut Binsar Pandjaitan. Concerns Mount as Geopolitical Tensions Rise The President’s focus on … Read more

Ultraprocessed foods are engineered like cigarettes

Are Ultraprocessed Foods the New Cigarettes? A Deep Dive into Industry Engineering If cigarettes were deliberately engineered for addiction, a growing body of research suggests some ultraprocessed foods (UPFs) are following a disturbingly similar blueprint. A recent analysis, published in The Milbank Quarterly, reveals how industry design strategies are shaping modern diets, raising urgent questions … Read more

What Is Salicornia? Health Benefits, Nutrition Facts, and Salt Substitute Potential

The Rising Tide of Salicornia: Could This Salt-Loving Plant Feed the Future? As traditional agriculture faces increasing challenges from soil salinization and freshwater scarcity, a surprising contender is emerging: Salicornia, a halophyte – a plant that thrives in salty environments. Once considered a niche coastal plant, Salicornia is gaining attention for its potential to revolutionize … Read more

Residents devastated as generations-old winter tradition could soon disappear: ‘That scares me’

The Disappearing Ice and a Culture on the Edge: How Climate Change Threatens Greenland’s Inuit and Beyond For generations, the rhythmic glide of dog sleds across Greenland’s sea ice has been inseparable from the Inuit way of life. But this ancient tradition, deeply woven into the cultural fabric of the region, is now facing an … Read more

One parenting trend is to blame for picky eating. I have a fix.

The Shifting Plate: How Parenting and Picky Eating Will Evolve For decades, the advice on feeding children has swung like a pendulum. From rigid schedules to “feed them whatever they want,” parents have navigated a confusing landscape of nutritional guidance. Now, a reckoning is underway, as highlighted in Helen Zoe Veit’s forthcoming book, Picky: How … Read more

COLUMN: It’s National Nutrition Month | News

National Nutrition Month: Beyond the Plate in 2026 Established in 1973 by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, National Nutrition Month in March isn’t just about what you eat; it’s about the holistic connection between food, health, and well-being. Originally a week-long observance, it expanded to a month due to growing public interest in nutrition. … Read more

Greater food variety at buffets may lead to overeating

The Buffet Effect: Why More Choices Can Mean More Calories Super Bowl parties, weddings, and holiday feasts – these celebrations are often defined by an abundance of food. But a new study from Penn State University suggests that this exceptionally variety could be contributing to overeating. Researchers found that increasing the number of food options … Read more

Reese’s faces backlash after founder’s grandson alleges ingredient changes

Reese’s Recipe Revolt: Is Your Favorite Candy Changing? A storm of controversy is brewing in the candy aisle, sparked by claims that Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups aren’t what they used to be. Brad Reese, grandson of H.B. Reese, the company’s founder, has publicly alleged that Hershey is quietly altering recipes, swapping traditional milk chocolate and … Read more

Nutri-Score labeling system fails to reflect nutritional complexity of cocoa

Nutri-Score Under Scrutiny: The Future of Food Labeling The Nutri-Score, a front-of-package labeling system designed to simplify nutritional choices for European consumers, is facing increasing criticism. Recent research from the University of Granada in Spain reveals the system struggles to accurately reflect the nutritional complexity of foods like soluble cocoa. This isn’t just an academic … Read more