Nutrition and Health

More than 38 million Americans have diabetes, and nearly 98 million have prediabetes, which costs the U.S. $412.9 billion annually between health care and lost […]

Foodborne illness is a widespread, costly public health concern in the United States. Each year, one in six Americans becomes sick from contaminated food, leading […]

One in five school-aged children nationally suffer from obesity, and regular physical activity and balanced diets can lead to improved focus, behavior, self-esteem and academic […]

Farm stress management addresses the unique mental, emotional and financial pressures that agricultural producers face, helping them build resilience as they confront unpredictable weather, volatile […]

The “food is medicine” approach emphasizes the role diet has in preventing disease, supporting overall health and improving quality of life. Land-grant universities connect research-based […]

The Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) helps adult and youth participants improve their nutrition and health. It promotes budget-friendly food choices by teaching […]

Many pregnant women face preventable complications, inadequate postpartum education and challenges with self-advocacy during medical appointments. According to CDC data, Ohio’s maternal mortality rate average […]

Many American individuals and communities struggle with building or maintaining healthy lifestyles that contribute to better health outcomes. A lack of awareness of health information […]

Ensuring the safety and integrity of the food supply is critical to public health, consumer confidence and the economic stability of the agricultural sector. In […]

Early habits among youth often last a lifetime. Extension provides the Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP) to both youth and adults to improve […]

Working to create better tasting and more wholesome foods via science means not only healthier consumers, but also more markets for producers and value-added opportunities […]

Mastitis, udder inflammation/infection, is a leading health issue in dairy herds, responsible for an estimated $2 billion in annual losses for U.S. farmers. New England […]

Carotenoids are antioxidant compounds naturally found in plants, but humans cannot synthesize them and must obtain them through diet. In the U.S., there are widespread […]

Seniors in Big Horn County, nestled in northwestern Wyoming, have the highest depression rate among their age group in the state, at 16%. They face […]

Mental health challenges affect individuals and families across the country, yet stigma and lack of knowledge often prevent people from seeking or offering help, especially […]

The forever chemical commonly known as TCDF (2,3,7,8-tetrachlorodibenzofuran) is classified as a persistent organic pollutant and produced through industrial and combustion processes, including waste incineration […]

Tickborne diseases pose a growing public health threat — most notably Lyme disease, which affects nearly half a million Americans annually. Despite this increasing risk, […]

Teenage youth are one of our greatest resources for influencing change that leads to healthier communities; they are our next generation of leaders. When creating […]

Wildland firefighters face escalating health risks as fire seasons lengthen and fires become more intense. Their work demands long shifts involving strenuous physical labor — […]

Falls and physical inactivity are critical public health concerns for older adults. National data indicate that only 21.6% of men and 17.6% of women aged […]

Rural caregivers supporting individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias face intensified challenges during natural disasters, medical crises and unexpected disruptions. In Colorado’s rural counties […]

Hypertension is one of the most significant chronic health challenges facing older adults, affecting two-thirds of Americans over age 60 and contributing to cardiovascular disease, […]

Gut microbial research is important because the microbes living in the digestive system play a central role in human and animal health. They help regulate […]

Clean and safe water is essential to public health, agricultural productivity and environmental sustainability. Those with private wells are responsible for their own water safety. […]

Many Michigan residents face barriers to healthy eating, including limited time, cooking knowledge and financial constraints. Having easy, affordable and nutritious meal ideas readily available […]

As the popularity of medications such as Ozempic and Wegovy (glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists or GLP-1s) rises, questions have emerged about how these drugs affect […]

Healthy aging is essential for maintaining independence, well-being and quality of life as people grow older, and it benefits not only individuals but also their […]

The basic and applied research that happens in labs at land-grant universities across the country helps to answer questions about the origins of devastating diseases […]

Extreme heat is a concern in Sarasota County, Florida. In 2023, the county experienced 63 consecutive days with a heat index above 100°F and a […]

Researchers at the University of Nevada, Reno investigated whether lab-made (yeast-derived) milk proteins are truly equivalent to those naturally found in cow’s milk. Although marketed […]

Cardiovascular disease and osteoporosis are two of the most common, costly and disabling chronic conditions affecting adults in the United States. Diet strongly influences both, […]

Hydroponic farming offers a sustainable way to grow safe, healthy food while using less water, land and energy. However, food safety concerns and limited strategies […]

In Louisiana, the Children, Youth and Families at Risk (CYFAR) grant, leveraged by support from the LSU AgCenter, encourages youth to create positive change in […]