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Midlife Vitamin D Levels Associated with Measure of Later-Life Brain Health

Having low blood levels of vitamin D (<20 ng/mL) in later life has been associated with higher risk of cognitive impairment and dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. A study published in April of 2026 in Neurology Open Access found that vitamin D levels in midlife also were associated with later-life brain health. To continue reading this […]

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Early Introduction of Food Allergens May Reduce Allergy Risk

Peanuts are one of the most common causes of serious food allergy in children. While parents were once instructed to avoid exposing infants and young children to peanuts and peanut products, the most recent guidelines recommend the introduction of peanut, egg, and other major food allergens at age four to six months. This major shift

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No Difference Found Between Organic and Synthetic Vitamins/Minerals

Some theorize that organic supplements may be more effective at raising blood levels of vitamins and minerals than synthetic formulations. A randomized controlled trail published in the journal Current Developments in Nutrition in April of 2026 found this is not the case. Organic vitamins are derived from organically grown foods or from algae or microorganisms.

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Outdoor Food Safety NewsBites: Organic vs. synthetic vitamins and minerals; introducing food allergens; vitamin D and brain health. New Cholesterol Guidelines Special Report: Everyday Habits for Brain Health Container Gardening Featured Recipe: Grilled Balsamic Chicken Ask Tufts Experts: Are my tastebuds changing? To continue reading this article or issue you must be a paid subscriber.

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Efficacy and safety of hydrolyzed collagen supplementation on skin health outcomes: a systematic literature review of randomized controlled trials

European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Published online: 24 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41430-026-01778-3 Efficacy and safety of hydrolyzed collagen supplementation on skin health outcomes: a systematic literature review of randomized controlled trials ​European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Published online: 24 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41430-026-01778-3Efficacy and safety of hydrolyzed collagen supplementation on skin health outcomes: a systematic literature review

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Beyond reliability: Addressing systematic bias and advancing standardization in bioelectrical impedance analysis

European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Published online: 24 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41430-026-01780-9 Beyond reliability: Addressing systematic bias and advancing standardization in bioelectrical impedance analysis ​European Journal of Clinical Nutrition, Published online: 24 June 2026; doi:10.1038/s41430-026-01780-9Beyond reliability: Addressing systematic bias and advancing standardization in bioelectrical impedance analysis Read More

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Association between availability of gluten-free menu options and nutritional intake of hospital inpatients: an observational study

Publication date: October 2026 Source: Nutrition, Volume 150 Author(s): Tri Tong, Jennifer Utter, Sally McCray, Hok Lai Yu, Kaitlin Brennan ​Publication date: October 2026Source: Nutrition, Volume 150Author(s): Tri Tong, Jennifer Utter, Sally McCray, Hok Lai Yu, Kaitlin Brennan Read More

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Living with phenylketonuria in adulthood

Publication date: October 2026 Source: Nutrition, Volume 150 Author(s): Sietske Haitjema, Jade S. Timmenga, Charlotte M.A. Lubout, Frederiec K. Withaar, Bruce H.R. Wolffenbuttel, Francjan J. van Spronsen ​Publication date: October 2026Source: Nutrition, Volume 150Author(s): Sietske Haitjema, Jade S. Timmenga, Charlotte M.A. Lubout, Frederiec K. Withaar, Bruce H.R. Wolffenbuttel, Francjan J. van Spronsen Read More

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Resistant starch supplementation modulates gut microbiota, short-chain fatty acids, and markers of gut barrier integrity in estrogen-deficient mice

Publication date: Available online 22 June 2026 Source: Current Developments in Nutrition Author(s): Femi Olawale, Sanmi E. Alake, Ranjitha Chandrashekar, Proapa Islam, Brooke Sutton, Yabsira Argeta, Stanley Lightfoot, Winyoo Chowanadisai, Trina A. Knotts, Brenda J. Smith, Edralin A. Lucas ​Publication date: Available online 22 June 2026Source: Current Developments in NutritionAuthor(s): Femi Olawale, Sanmi E. Alake,

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Cleaning Methods and Microbial Safety of Child Feeding Equipment: A Systematic Review

ABSTRACT Microbial contamination of child feeding equipment (CFE) includes feeding bottles, teats, and breast pumps. This contamination is a recognized pathway for enteric pathogen exposure during early childhood, particularly during the complementary feeding period (6–24 months). Inadequate or inconsistent cleaning of CFE has been associated with increased diarrheal risk. Many cleaning approaches are practiced globally.

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