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News & Articles By Coco Somers
06/20/2026
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By Coco Somers
Indoor Work Linked to Widespread Vitamin D Deficiency, Review Finds
A review published in Frontiers in Nutrition has found that vitamin D deficiency affects between 30% and more than 90% of healthcare workers, depending on the study and geographic region, according to the study authors. The review identified indoor work environments and limited sun exposure as key risk factors. It included 36 studies focusing on […]
06/19/2026
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By Coco Somers
Vitamin D Deficiency Linked to Reduced Weight Loss, Study Suggests
Research indicates that inadequate vitamin D levels may hinder weight loss in overweight and obese postmenopausal women, according to a study from Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center. The research, originally published in 2014 and recently resurfaced, suggests that women who achieved normal vitamin D levels lost significantly more weight than those who remained deficient. Vitamin D […]
06/19/2026
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By Coco Somers
Tea Linked to Health Benefits, but Processing Methods May Diminish Effects, Review Finds
Tea May Improve Health, but Form Matters A comprehensive review from the Tea Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences has examined the health effects of tea consumption, confirming that drinking tea — particularly freshly brewed green tea — is associated with a reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, certain cancers, cognitive decline, […]
06/18/2026
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By Coco Somers
Studies Link Coffee Consumption to Health Benefits Including Longevity, Gut Health
Widely consumed beverages such as coffee and tea have drawn increased scientific interest for their potential links to health outcomes. According to multiple studies, coffee in particular has been associated with reduced risks of mortality, cardiovascular disease, and a range of chronic conditions. Researchers have identified hundreds of bioactive compounds in coffee, including chlorogenic acids […]
06/18/2026
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By Coco Somers
Supplements May Mitigate Heat Stress During Exercise, Studies Suggest
Exercising in hot weather places significant physiological strain on the body, raising core temperature, triggering inflammation and compromising gut function. Two recent lines of research suggest that certain dietary supplements, including plant compounds and probiotics, may help reduce these effects. The studies, presented at the 2026 American Physiology Summit and reported separately, examined how specific […]
06/18/2026
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By Coco Somers
Kiwis Provide Dietary Fiber, Nutrition Data Shows
Kiwifruit, widely cultivated in New Zealand, California, Italy, Chile, France, and Greece, provides a source of dietary fiber, according to nutrition data. Per 100 grams, kiwifruit contains approximately 2.1 grams of fiber, and a single medium kiwi delivers about 2 grams, contributing to daily intake recommendations, reports indicate. The fruit is also rich in vitamin […]
06/18/2026
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By Coco Somers
Jicama, a Low-Calorie Root Vegetable, Linked to Weight Loss and Gut Health Benefits, Dietitians Say
Jicama (Pachyrhizus erosus), a root vegetable native to Central America, has gained attention among dietitians for its nutritional profile, which may support weight management and digestive health. According to dietitians, the vegetable is low in calories, high in water and fiber and contains prebiotic inulin. Erin Palinski-Wade, a dietitian in New Jersey and author of […]
06/16/2026
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By Coco Somers
Study: Following Dietary Guidelines May Not Provide Sufficient Flavanols for Heart Benefits
A new study published in the journal Food & Function has found that following standard U.S. and U.K. dietary guidelines for fruit and vegetable intake does not reliably deliver the 500 milligrams (mg) per day of flavanols linked to reduced cardiovascular mortality in a major clinical trial. According to the report, fewer than one in […]
06/15/2026
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By Coco Somers
Daily Avocado Consumption Linked to Improved Sleep, Study Finds
Adults who ate one avocado daily for six months reported better sleep than those who ate fewer than two avocados per month, according to a secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial published by researchers at Penn State University. The study, funded by the Avocado Nutrition Center, is the first to link avocado intake to […]
06/15/2026
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By Coco Somers
Vitamin K in Foods: Sources, Benefits, and Considerations
Vitamin K is a fat-soluble vitamin essential for blood clotting and bone health, according to the National Institutes of Health. The nutrient was first identified in the 1920s by Danish researcher Henrik Dam, who observed that chickens fed a cholesterol-free diet developed bleeding tendencies, according to Tieraona Low Dog in the book “Fortify Your Life.” […]
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