Why do people get diarrhea?

Poop comes in many shapes, sizes and textures. The kind that’s too runny might be the result of wayward germs, Crohn’s disease or lactose intolerance.

Hannibal Person, Assistant Professor of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, School of Medicine, University of Washington • conversation
Feb. 14, 2022 ~7 min

Climate change could enable Alaska to grow more of its own food – now is the time to plan for it

Homegrown tomatoes and corn in Alaska? Climate change could make it possible in the 2030s and ‘40s – a rare silver lining for this fast-warming state.

Nancy Fresco, SNAP Coordinator, Research Faculty, University of Alaska Fairbanks • conversation
Feb. 3, 2022 ~9 min


How much candy do Americans eat in a whole year?

A healthy diet can include some candy. But if you eat too much, it can interfere with your appetite for the stuff your body actually needs.

Rahel Mathews, Assistant Professor of Nutrition, Mississippi State University • conversation
Jan. 10, 2022 ~6 min

Why kids shouldn't eat added sugar before they turn 2, according to a nutritional epidemiologist

Children who are fed diets high in added sugars are more likely than children with lower sugar intakes to have a number of negative health consequences as they develop.

Lisa Bodnar, Professor of Epidemiology, University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences • conversation
Jan. 7, 2022 ~7 min

Why kids shouldn't eat added sugar before they turn two, according to a nutritional epidemiologist

Children who are fed diets high in added sugars are more likely than children with lower sugar intakes to have a number of negative health consequences as they develop.

Lisa Bodnar, Professor of Epidemiology, University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences • conversation
Jan. 7, 2022 ~7 min

What's the difference between sugar, other natural sweeteners and artificial sweeteners? A food chemist explains sweet science

Just because something is sweet doesn’t necessarily mean it is sugary. There are a number of molecules that taste sweet. To understand how and why takes a little bit of chemistry.

Kristine Nolin, Associate Professor of Chemistry, University of Richmond • conversation
Jan. 5, 2022 ~8 min

Not all calories are equal – a dietitian explains the different ways the kinds of foods you eat matter to your body

In almost every way, one cheeseburger does not equal six apples. With the goal of optimal health in mind, a calorie is not a calorie is not a calorie.

Terezie Tolar-Peterson, Associate Professor of Food Science, Nutrition & Health Promotion, Mississippi State University • conversation
Dec. 27, 2021 ~9 min

Can healthy people who eat right and exercise skip the COVID-19 vaccine? A research scientist and fitness enthusiast explains why the answer is no

A growing body of research shows that nutrition, sleep, exercise and a host of other lifestyle choices can help optimize the immune system. But they are no substitute for life-saving vaccines.

Richard Bloomer, Dean of the College of Health Sciences, University of Memphis • conversation
Sept. 28, 2021 ~8 min


Should teens taking ADHD, anxiety and depression drugs consume energy drinks and coffee?

Energy drinks and coffee both contain lots of caffeine. That’s a problem for teens, especially those who take prescription stimulants.

Lina Begdache, Assistant Professor of Nutrition, Binghamton University, State University of New York • conversation
Sept. 27, 2021 ~5 min

Government and charitable actions likely kept millions of Americans out of food insecurity during the pandemic

While the food insecurity rate held steady in 2020, the racial hunger gap increased.

Craig Gundersen, Professor of Economics, Baylor University • conversation
Sept. 8, 2021 ~4 min

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