CASI Blog
Peer-reviewed nutrition science, organized by topic and section.
Fully-referenced deep dives, written for practitioners and the science-curious.
Research & Education
Fearmongering headlines about the health risks of being sedentary would have you believe that working a desk job and spending your day in a cubicle is a…
Vitamin D
Every year one in three older adults suffer an injury related to falls. In fact falls are the leading cause of injuries for older Americans and many times…
Nutrition Notes
It wouldn’t be summer without plump juicy heirloom tomatoes piled high on a table at the farmers’ market or containers of cherry tomatoes as sweet as…
Science Update
A new study published this week is just in time as teenagers head back to school. These days teens are spending extended periods of time on their computers…
Metabolic Health
As the incidence of metabolic syndrome type 2 diabetes (T2D) and other conditions related to insulin resistance continues to skyrocket healthcare…
Science Update
According to a study published last month in Scientific Reports participants who consumed a GABA ( gamma-aminobutyric acid) dietary supplement demonstrated…
Science Update
Discover how a high-protein breakfast can curb weight gain and stabilize blood sugar levels in teens who skip meals, promoting healthier eating habits.
Nutrition Notes
Discover the health benefits of zucchini, a versatile low-carb vegetable, and learn creative ways to incorporate it into your meals for healthy eating.
Science Update
Probiotics are essential in improving digestion and immune function. They are fundamental in supporting proper microbial balance and optimizing gut health.
Science Update
Astaxanthin is a red-orange carotenoid mainly produced by microalgae ( haematococcus pluvialis ) and accumulated in many marine organisms.
Science Update
New research just published this week in Applied Physiology Nutrition and Metabolism suggests that the recommendations for protein intake may be incorrect.