Personalised nutrition is trendy, but can it help us eat less junk food?
A new study has shown that advances in personalised nutrition can improve the diets of Australians.
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Nuts are brain-boosting food for older adults
Eating a moderate amount of nuts is linked to better cognitive performance in older adults, new research has shown.
High protein intake in babies linked to obesity in childhood
Feeding children too much protein when they are babies can increase their chance of being overweight when they reach primary school age, new studies have confirmed.
Exploring the link between Parkinson’s disease and gut health
Research at IPAN is finding growing evidence of a relationship between Parkinson’s disease and gut health. Find out how you can get involved.
Eating your way to a healthy heart
Eating a healthy Mediterranean-style diet can help minimise the risk of heart attack, even for those genetically pre-disposed to heart disease, new research shows.
Can what you eat reduce your risk of liver cancer?
Liver cancer is the seventh leading cause of cancer deaths in Australia and unfortunately, it’s on the rise. A team of IPAN-led researchers asked the question: how important is diet in preventing liver cancer?
What type of breakfast person are you?
New research has identified five breakfast personalities among the national population in findings that could promote healthier food choices in the Australian diet.
Helping Aussies say ‘no’ to excess salt
Nutrition experts at IPAN are working on ways to reduce salt consumption and improve population health. Take a look at their current research findings for Salt Awareness Week.
Five ways to cut out ultra-processed foods to improve your health
Do you really know how much of the food you eat is ultra-processed? Here’s how to tell if a food is ultra-processed and why these foods should be avoided.
Small but mighty: The importance of the microvasculature for exercise and metabolism
The smallest blood vessels in our body, often called the microvasculature, are just as important as larger arteries or the heart when it comes to maintaining health and preventing conditions such as cardiovascular disease and type 2 diabetes.