Welcome to In the Spotlight, where each month we shine a light on something exciting, timely, or simply fascinating from the world of science.

This month, we’re focusing on nutrition and the powerful role it plays in our lives. Here, we’ll share the latest research on how nutrients affect the body and brain, how scientists investigate diet and health, what these findings may mean for building healthier habits, and more.

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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 12-Jan-2026 12:11 ET (12-Jan-2026 17:11 GMT/UTC)

30-Sep-2025

Mix insect, plant, and cultivated proteins for healthier, greener, tastier food, say experts

Frontiers
Peer-Reviewed Publication
29-Sep-2025

Many older adults – especially Gen X women – show signs of addiction to ultra-processed foods

Michigan Medicine - University of Michigan
Peer-Reviewed Publication
29-Sep-2025

Group-based and online lifestyle counselling helped men improve their diets – risk of type 2 diabetes was lower especially among those genetically predisposed

University of Eastern Finland
Peer-Reviewed Publication
26-Sep-2025

SDSU study links food and beverage temperature to mental and gut health

San Diego State University
Peer-Reviewed Publication
25-Sep-2025

New study develops culturally-informed food insecurity screener for Navajo Nation patients

Elsevier
Peer-Reviewed Publication