In a recent perspective review published in the journal Nature Reviews Materials, researchers collate and discuss ongoing progress in edible materials and how these materials can be used to develop ...

New research has identified key, naturally occurring biochemical components of a novel therapeutic food that is aimed at repairing malnourished children's underdeveloped gut microbiomes. The study ...

To build healthier food systems, we need better food data. A new research shows where the gaps are—and how innovations like PTFI are helping to close them In today’s world, we hear a lot about what we ...

This public workshop will explore how existing and emerging science, technology, policy, and innovation could be applied toward making foods and diets more healthful. The workshop will also examine ...

A whole food diet prioritizes minimally processed or unprocessed foods that are close to their natural states. Eating whole foods may help improve overall health and could reduce the risk of ...

What is the NOVA method of food classification? Food processing ensures safety and shelf life by transforming raw components into new products. In the last several decades, this has changed in ...

Many medications can be taken flexibly with or after a meal without compromising their effectiveness. For some, however, the timing of intake determines therapeutic success. Certain drugs must be ...

Researchers have started crafting edible circuits and sensors that can be used in the body. But such devices need a power source to be effective. Now, a new rechargeable battery gets its juice from ...

Take a stroll down the middle aisles of any American grocery store, and you’ll be surrounded by rows of brightly colored packaged macaroni and cheese, instant soups and chips in all forms and flavors ...