Nutrition

  1. Health & Medicine

    Ingredient Shuffle: A trans fat substitute might have risks too

    A controversial trial of a chemically modified fat called an interesterified fat suggests that it is more harmful than is a trans fat–rich, partially hydrogenated vegetable oil.

    By Ben Harder
  2. Health & Medicine

    Many babies born short of vitamin D

    Even in the womb, babies face a high risk of vitamin D deficiency.

    By Janet Raloff
  3. Health & Medicine

    Salad Doubts

    Researchers are looking into new ways to sanitize harvested produce and prevent foodborne pathogens from infecting people.

    By Aimee Cunningham
  4. Health & Medicine

    Curry may counter cognitive decline

    A chemical found in turmeric may prevent cognitive impairment.