Category: Nutrition Science
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Clear explanations of nutrition research, ingredients, labeling, food policy, and the science behind healthier choices.
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Refining Our Guidance With Good Science
The Guiding Stars algorithms, the formulas used to assign Stars to foods and beverages, were recently updated to reflect new information about nutrition science and the current landscape of food product labeling in grocery stores.
What to Know About the New Dietary Guidelines
The new Dietary Guidelines are out! Learn what’s changed, what hasn’t, and what else to consider as you think about nutrition this year.
Protein Pressure: Separating Fact From Hype
Everywhere you look there’s pressure for more protein intake. But do we really need it? Here’s what science says: the facts versus the hype.
12 Days of Snacks: Easy Options for Busy Holidays
Busy holidays can disrupt our normal healthy eating habits. Stay energized wherever you are with these easy options for balanced snacks.
Nutrition Can Be Simple—Really
Information and opinions on how to eat are everywhere these days. But nutrition can still be simple—really! Here’s how.
Navigating Food Conversations
If topics like health, diet, and nutrition come up at your holiday meals this year, try these tips for navigating tricky food conversations.
Strategic Food Choices to Support Heart Health
Learn how to make strategic food choices to support heart health for you and your family.
Natural GLP-1 Boosters
Learn what foods are the best natural GLP-1 boosters for your daily diet.
Men’s Health Month
June is Men’s Health Month. Encourage the men in your life to engage in healthy habits, like meeting nutrition and diet goals.
Nutrition for a Healthy Heart
Let Guiding Stars help you find the best nutrition for a healthy heart.