Family & KidsJul 20, 2026
Visual Contrast in Dining: Boosting Intake for Older Adults
Improving the visual contrast between food, plates, and placemats can help older adults eat more, especially those with cognitive decline.
Week in review
The past seven days, in one roundup.
Jul 14 – Jul 21, 2026 · 40 briefings
Family & Kids
5 briefings
Family & KidsJul 20, 2026
Visual Contrast in Dining Boosts Food Intake for Older Adults
A systematic review indicates that enhancing visual contrast between food, plates, and tables can improve dietary intake in older adults.
Family & KidsJul 20, 2026
Visual Cues and Dietary Intake for Eating Well
New research explores how visual contrast in dining environments can influence how much people eat, especially in older adults, suggesting practical ways to improve nutritional intake.
Family & KidsJul 20, 2026
Visual Contrast in Dining Boosts Intake for Older Adults
A new review suggests that making food and dining environments more visually contrasting can help older adults eat more, especially those with cognitive decline.
Family & KidsJul 20, 2026
Adolescent UPF Intake Linked to Social Skills and Behavior
New research shows that ultra-processed food consumption in adolescents is associated with differences in social skills and antisocial behavior, varying by food type, gender, and whether they are an only child.
Weight Management
5 briefings
Weight ManagementJul 20, 2026
Natural Weight Loss Science: A 21-Day Smoothie Plan Overview
Rapid, natural weight loss relies on a sustained calorie deficit, increased protein and fiber for satiety, reduced sodium to limit water retention, and consistent light physical activity.
Weight ManagementJul 20, 2026
Unpacking Weight Loss Claims: The Truth About Fast Results
Claims of rapid weight loss supplements, such as "Trimology Weight Loss Supplements" being endorsed by Shark Tank or celebrities, are often misleading and should be critically evaluated, as they lack scientific evidence and sometimes use deceptive marketing tactics.
Weight ManagementJul 20, 2026
Biological Mechanisms Drive Weight Regain, Not Just Willpower
New research shows that maintaining weight loss is challenging due to biological mechanisms like hormonal changes and metabolic adaptations, rather than a lack of personal discipline.
Weight ManagementJul 20, 2026
Weight Regain: It's Biology, Not Just Your Discipline
New research shows that weight regain after weight loss is largely driven by powerful biological mechanisms and adaptations, not a lack of personal discipline.
Weight ManagementJul 20, 2026
GLP-1 Drugs: More Than a Mirrored Bullet for Weight Loss
GLP-1 medications are changing obesity treatment by regulating appetite and reducing 'food noise,' but sustained success still relies heavily on lifestyle factors like diet and exercise.
Plant-Based
5 briefings
Plant-BasedJul 20, 2026
Dietary Trials Can Be Misleading: Understanding Wash-in & Washout
Short-term nutrition studies often don't account for the time it takes for physiological changes to fully develop or disappear, potentially leading to inaccurate results about dietary effects.
Plant-BasedJul 20, 2026
Dietary Trials Can Be Misleading: Understanding Wash-in & Wash-Out
New research highlights how 'wash-in' and 'wash-out' effects, where the body adapts to or from a diet, can bias short-term nutrition studies, making their conclusions unreliable.
Plant-BasedJul 20, 2026
Plant-Based Diets May Lower CRP, a Marker of Inflammation
A new meta-analysis suggests that adopting plant-based dietary patterns can significantly reduce C-reactive protein (CRP) levels, a key indicator of chronic inflammation, compared to omnivorous diets.
Plant-BasedJul 20, 2026
Vegetables Losing Nutrients Due to Climate Change, Meat Consumption
New research indicates that vegetables are becoming less nutritious due to climate change, with meat consumption identified as a contributing factor to this decline.
Plant-BasedJul 20, 2026
Youth Aren't Eating Enough Healthy Plant Foods Globally
A new global analysis by Tufts University reveals that children and adolescents worldwide, including a notable decline in the US with age, are not consuming sufficient amounts of healthy plant-based foods such as fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, beans, and legumes.
Mindful Eating
5 briefings
Mindful EatingJul 20, 2026
Understanding Weight Loss Claims: A Critical Look
Online promotions for weight loss products, such as those referencing 'Shark Tank' and specific supplements like Trimology, often use persuasive but unverified marketing tactics to suggest rapid weight loss.
Mindful EatingJul 20, 2026
Beware of Unverified Weight Loss Claims: A Critical Look at 'Trimology'
A sponsored article promotes 'Trimology Weight Loss Supplements' with claims of rapid weight loss and endorsements, but lacks verifiable scientific backing or legitimate evidence of "Shark Tank" investment.
Mindful EatingJul 20, 2026
Evaluate Weight Loss Claims: Fact vs. Fiction in Supplements
Claims about rapid weight loss from "skinny pills" and endorsements from celebrity and TV show figures often lack scientific evidence and should be approached with extreme skepticism.
Mindful EatingJul 20, 2026
Beware of Unverified Weight Loss Claims and 'Miracle' Methods
Online articles promoting rapid weight loss, like the one hinting at losing 30 pounds, often feature red flags such as exaggerated claims of celebrity endorsements, 'Shark Tank' deals that never happened, and unsupported scientific assertions, making them unreliable for health advice.
Mindful EatingJul 20, 2026
Shark Tank's 'Skinny Pill' Claims: What You Need to Know
Claims about a 'Skinny Pill' called Trimology Weight Loss Supplements, supposedly backed by Shark Tank investors, describe it as a product that induces ketosis for fat burning and appetite control.
Whole Foods
5 briefings
Whole FoodsJul 20, 2026
Boost Brain Health: Master Meal Prep with Greek Chicken Couscous
Prioritizing meal preparation with nutrient-dense foods like protein, fiber-rich carbs, colorful vegetables, and healthy fats can consistently fuel your brain and support cognitive function.
Whole FoodsJul 20, 2026
Meal Prepping for Brain Health: Greek Chicken Couscous Salad
Prioritizing meal prep with nutrient-dense foods like protein, fiber-rich carbs, colorful vegetables, and healthy fats can support brain function and consistent healthy eating habits, especially during busy weeks.
Whole FoodsJul 20, 2026
Boost Brain Health: Greek Chicken Pearl Couscous Meal Prep
Prioritizing protein, fiber-rich carbs, colorful vegetables, and healthy fats through meal prepping can support better cognitive function and stable energy throughout your busy week.
Whole FoodsJul 20, 2026
Boost Brain Function: The Power of Meal Prepping Whole Foods
Meal prepping can significantly improve brain function and consistent nutrition by prioritizing whole foods rich in protein, fiber, healthy fats, and colorful vegetables.
Whole FoodsJul 20, 2026
Unpacking Weight Loss Claims: Separating Fact From Fiction
Online promotions for weight loss supplements often feature exaggerated claims, celebrity endorsements, and fabricated 'Shark Tank' investments to market products like 'Trimology Weight Loss Supplements.'
Gut Health
5 briefings
Gut HealthJul 20, 2026
Gut Microbiota & Gestational Diabetes: A Personalized Approach
New insights highlight the gut microbiome's role in gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), suggesting that personalized approaches based on an individual's gut bacteria could lead to better management and prevention.
Gut HealthJul 20, 2026
Gut Microbiota & Gestational Diabetes: New Insights
New research explores the significant role of the gut microbiota in gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), suggesting that understanding these microbial communities could lead to more personalized prevention and management strategies.
Gut HealthJul 20, 2026
Gut Microbiota Insights for Gestational Diabetes Management
New research explores how understanding the gut microbiome can lead to more personalized and effective strategies for managing gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).
Gut HealthJul 20, 2026
Gut Microbiota's Role in Gestational Diabetes Explored
New research explores the connection between gut bacteria and gestational diabetes, suggesting that understanding this link could lead to more personalized prevention and management strategies.
Gut HealthJul 20, 2026
Diet, Gut Microbiome, and Human Health Interactions Explored
New research in "Nutrition and Microbes" investigates how what we eat influences our gut bacteria and, in turn, our overall health, focusing on the complex interplay between diet, microbiome, and human well-being.
Macros & Energy
5 briefings
Macros & EnergyJul 20, 2026
Unrealistic Weight Loss Claims: Understanding How to Identify Them
Claims of rapid, effortless weight loss, especially those tied to 'miracle' products or Shark Tank endorsements, often lack scientific basis and can be misleading.
Macros & EnergyJul 20, 2026
Unpacking Weight Loss Claims and "Shark Tank" Endorsements
A widely circulated article advertises "Trimology Weight Loss Supplements" promising rapid fat loss and celebrity endorsements, with claims of being backed by all "Shark Tank" judges.
Macros & EnergyJul 20, 2026
Questioning 'Miracle' Weight Loss Claims: Shark Tank & Trimology
Online promotions for 'Trimology Weight Loss Supplements' claim Shark Tank endorsement and rapid weight loss, but these highly exaggerated claims lack credible scientific backing and are often associated with products that overpromise results.
Macros & EnergyJul 20, 2026
Unrealistic Weight Loss Claims: Understanding the Red Flags
Claims of rapid weight loss through a 'skinny pill' that received unanimous 'Shark Tank' investment are unsubstantiated and appear to be part of a marketing tactic, not a genuine scientific breakthrough.
Macros & EnergyJul 20, 2026
Whole Plant Protein Intake Blunts Post-Workout Muscle Protein Breakdown
New research suggests that consuming whole food plant-based proteins, especially with carbohydrates, can help reduce muscle protein breakdown after exercise, aiding in recovery and muscle maintenance.
Sports Nutrition
5 briefings
Sports NutritionJul 20, 2026
Sports Nutrition for Performance: Fat Metabolism & Sleep Explained
New insights from Dr. Mike Ormsbee challenge common nutrition myths, emphasizing that hard training and consistent nutrition override minor timing details for fat loss and performance, including pre-sleep eating.
Sports NutritionJul 20, 2026
Afternoon Exercise May Boost Fat Loss for Overweight Adults
Overweight and obese university students showed greater reductions in body fat when performing moderate-intensity exercise in the afternoon compared to the morning, according to an exploratory study.
Sports NutritionJul 20, 2026
New Research Insights on Sports, Activity, and Non-Sedentary Behavior
A leading journal highlights current research across sports, physical activity, and active living, exploring the benefits and risks of non-sedentary behaviors.
Sports NutritionJul 20, 2026
Ultra-Processed Foods Dominate Adolescent Diets, Study Finds
A new study reveals that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) contribute nearly two-thirds of the energy intake for New Zealand adolescents, leading to poorer nutrient profiles.
Sports NutritionJul 20, 2026
Optimizing Athletic Performance: Training Models and Load Prescriptions
New research from The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research indicates that specific training intensity distribution models effectively optimize VO2max and time-trial performance, and provides insights into ideal load prescriptions for jump squats in basketball players.