Red Guava Waste Could Become a Natural Food Dye
Scientists found a clever way to use parts of red guavas that normally get thrown away. They extracted natural color compounds called carotenoids from guava …
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Fish Farming Could Feed Billions—But It's Going to the Wrong Places
Scientists studied where fish and fish-based products go around the world and discovered something important: fish farming is growing super fast and could help …
Read MoreCan We Really Save Earth's Animals? What Scientists Found
Scientists looked at dozens of studies about whether we can stop losing plants and animals on Earth. The good news: it's possible to turn things around. The …
Read MoreWhy More Teens Should Eat Beans and Lentils
A large study of Australian teenagers found that very few young people eat pulses—foods like beans, lentils, and chickpeas. The researchers discovered that the …
Read MoreLettuce Scraps Could Be Turned Into Healthy Medicine
Scientists discovered that the parts of lettuce we usually throw away are packed with healthy compounds that could be used to make medicines and supplements. …
Read MoreDo All Kids Get Healthy School Lunches? What Germany's Study Found
Researchers in Germany looked at school lunch menus to see if they were healthy and fair for all students, no matter how rich or poor their school was. They …
Read MoreNew Plant-Based Meat Made From Algae Could Be Healthier Than Chicken
Scientists created a new type of fake meat using special algae from the Andes mountains. They tested two types of algae—Llaska and Cushuro—to see if they could …
Read MoreWhat Supermarket Leaders Think About Making Healthy Food Cheaper
Researchers talked to seven senior nutritionists who work for major UK supermarkets to understand their thoughts on making healthier and more environmentally …
Read MoreHow Cooking Changes Healthy Grains: What You Need to Know
Sorghum and millets are ancient grains packed with healthy compounds that fight disease and reduce body stress. However, they also contain natural substances …
Read MoreCricket Powder May Help Calm IBS Symptoms and Reduce Inflammation
Researchers tested whether a powder made from crickets could help people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a condition that affects about 1 in 9 people …
Read MoreClimate Labels on Cafeteria Menus Don't Change What Students Eat
Researchers tested whether adding climate-friendly labels to cafeteria food could help reduce environmental impact. They put special icons on menu items at …
Read MoreGrapefruit Peels Make Pasta Healthier and More Nutritious
Researchers found a creative way to use grapefruit peels that would normally be thrown away. They mixed freeze-dried grapefruit peel powder into pasta at …
Read MoreFermented Lentil Drinks May Boost Your Health Like Probiotics
Scientists created healthy drinks from lentils and tested them with seven different types of good bacteria (probiotics). They compared drinks made from whole …
Read MoreAlgae Could Be the Future of Healthy Fats and Food Security
Scientists are excited about a new solution to world hunger and nutrition problems: algae. Unlike traditional crops like soybeans, algae can grow in small …
Read MoreSprouted Beans Make Better 3D-Printed Food
Scientists discovered that letting lentils and peas sprout before turning them into flour makes the flour work much better for 3D food printing. When these …
Read MoreIs Seaweed Safe and Healthy During Pregnancy?
Researchers wanted to understand what pregnant people think about eating seaweed and whether they actually eat it. They surveyed 120 pregnant women about their …
Read MoreNew Plant Food Helps Fish Grow Better and Handle Stress
Scientists tested a plant called ora-pro-nobis (a leafy vegetable) mixed into fish food to see if it could help tilapia grow better and stay healthier. They …
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