Health Oct 18 New report finds high levels of lead in some protein powders. A pharmacologist explains the data By C. Michael White, The Conversation
Health Aug 30 Watch 7:58 Protein is everywhere amid a new cultural obsession. How much do we really need? It used to be that only fitness buffs and bodybuilders thought about how much protein they were getting. But now, everybody seems to be looking for more of it in their diet, and just about every food product has added… By Ali Rogin, Claire Mufson, Laine Immell
Politics Apr 01 WATCH: Senate hearing examines whether to allow schools to serve whole milk Federal lawmakers have revived bills that would allow whole and 2% milk to be served again in schools, in addition to the skim and low-fat milk mandated since 2012. A U.S. Senate committee hosted a hearing Tuesday on a bill… By JoNel Aleccia, Associated Press
Health Feb 09 Are seed oils toxic? The answer is complicated, according to research Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is expected to clear the final hurdles in his confirmation as health secretary, has proclaimed that widely used cooking oils such as canola oil and soybean oil are toxic. But research shows that the health… By Mary J. Scourboutakos, The Conversation
Science Nov 19 How science can help hack tasty side dishes for your next holiday meal Vegetable side dishes are packed with nutrients — depending on how you prepare them, they can help keep you energized this holiday season. By Julie Pollock, The Conversation
Sep 17 Watch 6:28 Proposed WIC funding cuts raise nutrition concerns for low-income families By Ali Rogin, Andrew Corkery With a possible government shutdown looming, one federal program facing funding cuts is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC), which helps low-income families buy healthy foods. Nell Menefee-Libey, public policy manager for the nonprofit National… Continue watching
Jul 16 Analysis: Is it actually healthy to eat ice cream? Here’s what the evidence says By Duane Mellor, The Conversation Ice cream lovers probably rejoiced when a recent article suggested that indulging in your favorite flavor might be healthy. But any benefit of eating ice cream can likely be explained by other factors – such as eating a healthy diet… Continue reading
Sep 29 Watch 7:18 Companies raising salmon on land face pushback over sustainability and genetic engineering By Miles O'Brien, Kate Tobin As demand grows for seafood, the business of fish farming is growing. Companies are raising and harvesting salmon on land, sparking pushback over sustainability and genetic engineering. Science correspondent Miles O'Brien has the second of a two-part look at what's… Continue watching
Sep 28 WATCH: Biden calls on Congress to reinstate expanded child tax credit to end hunger by 2030 By Ashraf Khalil, Associated Press President Joe Biden is hosting a conference on hunger, nutrition and health, the first by the White House since 1969 during the Nixon administration. Continue reading
Jul 28 Watch 7:26 Baby formula remains scarce despite efforts to boost supply By Amna Nawaz, Maea Lenei Buhre The nationwide baby formula shortage is now in its sixth month. Despite tons of imports and domestic production rebounding, formula supplies are still low for parents across the United States. Amna Nawaz reports. Continue watching