Nutrition

A school meals servery at Weaver School in Nantwich, showing the food service area where the new UK school food standards will take effect in September 2027.

September 16, 2026

UK School Food Standards Set New Limits on Fried Foods From September 2027

The UK government has overhauled school food standards for the first time in more than a decade, introducing updated statutory requirements on deep-fried food, processed bakery items, and high-sugar cereals across state

Photograph of unhulled whole sesame seeds placed in a small preparation bowl.

Health·Lifestyle·Science

Bone Health Calcium 1000-1200mg: Bioavailability Secrets Sesame Seeds Ragi Leafy Greens

People often hear that milk is the best way to build strong bones, but that’s incomplete advice. Calcium is essential for bone strength, true, but the full picture includes other foods, different nutrients, and factors that many articles skip over.

September 10, 2026

Queensland Coroner Links Connor Dean’s Death To Vitamin C Deficiency

Health

Queensland Coroners Court has found that the death of six-year-old Connor Dean was linked to severe vitamin C deficiency, a condition known as scurvy.

Queensland Coroner: Vitamin C Deficiency Likely Factor in Six-Year-Old’s Death Following Surgery

Health·Science

A six-year-old Queensland boy died following cardiac arrest, with the Queensland Coroners Court finding severe vitamin C deficiency was the likely underlying factor. The

Close-up of roasted potatoes with golden-brown, speckled skin, showing a peeled slice revealing yellow interior, with a metal peeler nearby

Health·Science

Potato Fiber Boosts Satiety, Not Weight Loss

Does potato fibre help with appetite and gut health? Here’s what research actually shows. Potato fibre has attracted research interest as a potential dietary intervention. A small human trial found that one

Tejal Somvanshi

September 1, 2026

Fresh nutritious food ingredients representing ketogenic and Mediterranean diet comparison for weight loss health outcomes

Health·Lifestyle

Keto Outpaced Mediterranean by 3.78kg in 12-Week Trial—But Long-Term Results Unclear

Keto vs Mediterranean clinical trial: Washington University study shows 3.78kg difference. 140 completed. Weight loss vs long-term sustainability.

Tejal Somvanshi

August 29, 2026

Health

Time-Restricted Eating Reduces Cognitive Decline Risk, New Research Shows

Eating within limited hours daily shows promise for preventing memory loss and cognitive decline in older adults. Scientists discover time-restricted eating reduces dementia risk through metabolic and circadian rhythm benefits.

Tejal Somvanshi

July 27, 2026

Health

Harnessing the Power of Vitamins from Natural Sources

Setting the Stage: Why Whole-Food Nutrient Sources Matter Synthetic vitamins are typically isolated nutrient compounds produced industrially, sometimes in forms that are chemically identical to food vitamins and sometimes in slightly different

Karmactive Staff

November 25, 2025

Close-up of a person holding a plastic protein shake tumbler with a red lid outdoors

Food & Drinks·Health·News·Science·USA

Protein Powder Lead Findings: High Readings in Plants; Daily-Use Caution Still Applies

Protein Powders: Quick Lead Check & Safe‑Use Guide Short, factual, and interactive. Statements reflect testing results, company comments, and reference limits from standards bodies. What this tool covers A recent testing project

Tejal Somvanshi

October 16, 2025

Dollar-shaped cereal pieces falling into a milk bowl with a spoon, symbolizing rising food costs and WIC funding crisis in the U.S.

Food & Drinks·News·Policy·USA

WIC Shutdown Puts 7 Million Families at Risk as $8 Billion Aid Hangs in Limbo

Dollar-shaped cereal falling into milk symbolizes the strain of food costs and federal shutdown uncertainty affecting WIC families. (Photo: Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0) WIC Funding Federal Shutdown Adds Uncertainty for WIC

Sunita Somvanshi

October 8, 2025

Yellow Labrador retriever eating dry kibble from a stainless steel bowl on a wooden floor, demonstrating canine dietary habits relevant to research on plant-based pet foods.

News·Plant Based·Science

Plant-Based Dog Foods Lack Only B Vitamins and Iodine, Providing Essential Protein and Fats

New research shows that plant-based dog foods provide most essential nutrients pets need, falling short only on iodine and B vitamins—deficiencies that can be easily addressed through supplements or improved formulations. A

Govind Tekale

September 4, 2025

Several green and yellow Langra mangoes, a popular Indian mango variety that was included in diabetes research showing potential benefits for blood sugar control.

Health·India·News

Indian Research Proves Mangoes Improve Blood Sugar Control in Diabetes Patients, Overturning Conventional Advice

New research from India challenges the long-held belief that people with diabetes should avoid mangoes. Two recent clinical trials suggest that replacing bread with moderate amounts of mango at breakfast may actually

Tejal Somvanshi

August 17, 2025

Food & Drinks·World

National Mango Day: Ancient Fruit with 4,000-Year History Takes Center Stage on July 22

The heat of July brings more than just summer vibes—it delivers nature’s golden gift in abundance. As World and National Mango Day approaches on July 22, 2025, mangoes are making waves across

Karmactive Staff

July 22, 2025

Australia·Health·News

Australia’s Health Star Rating System at 32% Adoption While One-Third of Products Show NOVA Mismatch

Australia’s Health Star Rating (HSR) system turns ten this year, but nutrition experts warn this government-backed food label might be steering families toward unhealthy choices rather than helping them. Launched in June

Karmactive Staff

July 5, 2025

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