Nutrition is an ever-changing field, as researchers continually discover new information and alter what we know about certain topics. It will never be possible to cover all of the new research because papers are constantly being published.
However, the posts in this category offer an introduction to key pieces of recent research. The themes of the research studies vary widely and include topics of nutrition, weight loss and behavior. In each post, I offer details about a particular study, the implications of that study and discuss the strengths and weaknesses of the research.
Many of us love our spicy food, but what are the implications for health? This article looks at the outcome of one recent study into spicy food and risk of death, and also considers the research that has previously been done on the topic.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is one condition that we know very little about, but recent research into vitamin D and IBS offers some hope.
For brewing tea, some advice suggests that you simply cold brew it for an extended period of time to get the best health benefits. But, research shows that it isn’t actually that simple. Instead, the best approach will vary depending on the type of tea.
The idea that champagne helps with memory is certainly appealing, especially if you enjoy the odd glass. Social media has certainly latched onto the idea pretty strongly – but how realistic is the claim actually?
In the past some research has argued that fish can help fight depression or reduce risk, while other research seems less certain. This recent study attempted to settle the debate through a meta-analysis on the connection between fish and risk of depression, and the authors of the study found some interesting results.