NUTRITION

This study tested whether giving a nutritious food supplement (SQ-LNS) to children aged 6-23 months in northern Nigeria could encourage more families to get the measles vaccine. Over 3,800 children participated across 20 communities. The goal was to see if adding the supplement t…

This study tested a 12-week wellness program for 98 overweight university employees. Participants received personalized walking plans, nutrition education, and a mobile app to track progress. The goal was to see if this program could improve body composition, metabolic health, an…

This study tested whether a proactive tele-nutrition team could improve nutrition and quality of life in 158 adults with stage IV cancer starting chemotherapy. Participants received remote nutritional guidance from a team that included a clinical nutritionist, aiming to prevent w…

This study looked at whether a diet without gluten (from wheat) and casein (from dairy) could help children with autism. Researchers measured certain proteins in the blood linked to gut and brain barriers, and tracked autism symptoms and brain activity. 21 children aged 3-6 follo…

This study looked at whether taking whey protein and doing a home exercise program for two weeks before hip replacement surgery helps older adults recover better. 62 people aged 50-70 took part. The results suggest this approach may improve nutrition, reduce inflammation, and hel…

This study looked at whether eating carbohydrates at the end of a meal (instead of the start) changes blood sugar levels in 22 elite female athletes. Participants wore a continuous glucose monitor for 6 days and followed different meal sequences. The goal was to see if food order…

This study gave 40 low-income families in rural Maine free meal kits with 10 healthy meals per week for 4 weeks, plus a cooking app. Researchers wanted to see if this approach was practical and if it could reduce food insecurity, improve diet, and lower caregiver stress and famil…

This study looked at how lifestyle factors like diet and health habits affect a couple's ability to conceive. Researchers followed 266 couples planning their first pregnancy, tracking how long it took to get pregnant and whether early pregnancy loss occurred. The goal was to bett…

This study tested a health education program for 76 adolescents aged 10-19 who had high digital addiction scores. The program aimed to improve their nutrition and exercise behaviors. Researchers measured changes using a digital addiction scale and a nutrition-exercise behavior sc…

This study looked at the energy needs and nutritional health of 60 adolescent girls in rural Abia State, Nigeria. Researchers measured how many calories the girls burned, what they ate, and their body composition. The goal is to better understand the nutrition challenges these gi…

This study looked at whether a liquid meal (like a protein shake) makes you less full and leads to eating more at the next meal compared to a semi-solid meal (like oatmeal) with the same calories and nutrients. Twenty healthy adults spent time in a special room that measures ener…

This study tested a simple nutrition checklist for pregnant women in their third trimester. The goal was to see if the checklist gives consistent results when used more than once. 120 women took part, and the checklist proved to be a reliable tool for understanding their eating h…

This study interviewed 22 pregnant women who rarely ate fish to understand their reasons. Many were confused by mixed messages about fish being healthy for the baby but also containing mercury. The goal was to learn what they knew and what advice they had received, to help improv…

This study tested a school program that encourages physical activity and healthy eating in 159 fifth and sixth graders in Texas. Researchers measured things like waist size, blood pressure, and fitness to see if the program could reduce risk factors for heart disease. The goal wa…

This study tested whether a smartphone app can help adults eat more plant-based foods and less meat. 147 participants were split into three groups: no app, standard app, or an enhanced app with recipes and tips. Researchers measured how often people used the app and changes in th…

This study looked at how 147 healthy adults processed different types of food—carbohydrates, protein, fat, and mixed meals. Researchers measured hormones and other substances in the blood to understand nutrient processing patterns. The goal was to learn more about how the body ha…

This small pilot study looked at whether adding insect-based protein biscuits to a supervised exercise program could improve heart health in adults aged 60 and older. Thirty participants ate either insect or regular biscuits after exercise for 28 days. The study measured changes …

This study looked at how well the body uses protein from eggs and how eggs affect feelings of fullness. Researchers gave healthy adults egg-based meals or snacks and measured their body's response. The goal was to understand egg protein's nutritional quality and its effect on app…

This study looked at 50 people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to understand how their diet, meal patterns, and nutrition relate to their quality of life, gut symptoms, and mood. Researchers used food recall interviews and questionnaires to gather information. The goal was …