Author: Nila Kartika Wati

A groundbreaking study, hailed as the most extensive investigation into risk factors for death in human … Why are nuts associated with decreased mortality, but not peanut butter?Read more

The allure of personalized genetic information, once confined to the realm of science fiction, is now … The Overrated Promise of Precision Medicine and the Perils of Consumer DNA TestingRead more

The scientific consensus that processed meats, including staples like bacon, ham, hot dogs, and various lunch … The Backlash to IARC’s Report that Meat Probably Causes CancerRead more

In 2018, a landmark report from the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), a respected … The Quantifiable Risks of Processed Meats and Their Link to Colorectal CancerRead more

The pervasive issue of weight bias and discrimination is not merely a social inconvenience; it is … The Weight Bias Epidemic: A Vicious Cycle Fueling Health DisparitiesRead more

The specter of Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurodegenerative disorder that robs individuals of their memory and … Pesticide Breakdown Products and Alzheimer’s Disease: A Growing ConcernRead more

The global fight against cancer, a complex and often devastating disease, continues to be a significant … The Power of Legumes: Unlocking Nature’s Defense Against Cancer MetastasisRead more

The long-held understanding of "protein quality" in nutrition may be due for a significant overhaul, according … Rethinking Protein Quality: A Public Health Imperative for Modern DefinitionsRead more

The well-intentioned effort to guide consumers toward healthier eating habits by providing information and options has … The Counterintuitive Psychology of Healthy Options: How Offering "Good" Choices Can Lead to "Bad" DecisionsRead more

For decades, public health advocates grappled with the formidable influence of the food industry, often finding … The Secret to Public Health’s Triumph: How the Trans Fat Ban Redefined Food RegulationRead more