Increased risk of bacterial infection if food is exposed to light

Listeria bacterium found in food, which can infect people and cause temporary gastro-intestinal distress, is a serious health risk for pregnant women and for people with compromised immune systems.

New study finds simplified nutritional labels spur healthier choices in grocery stores

When it comes to making healthier food purchases in our nation’s grocery stores, the simpler the nutritional packaging is, the better.

CWRU researcher developing portable method to detect tainted medicines and supplements

Fake or low-quality medicines and food supplements are an ongoing global problem in underdeveloped nations, although technology-savvy places, such as the United States, are also not immune.

Study shows maternal diet alters the breast milk microbiome and microbial gene content

In a study to be presented on Feb.

Coffee may protect against liver cirrhosis

A pooled analysis of data from studies published to date finds that increasing coffee consumption may substantially reduce the risk of liver cirrhosis.

Paper highlights best practices for omega-3 clinical trials with cardiovascular outcomes

A paper published this week in the journal Prostaglandins, Leukotrienes and Essential Fatty Acids sheds new light on recent neutral studies questioning the benefits of omega-3s for heart health.

A combined carbon and sugar tax could have environmental and health benefits

A combination of a carbon tax on food and a tax on sugary drinks in the UK could lead to health benefits, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and raise up to GB£3.