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Anne GullandThe BMJagulland{at}bmj.comWhen Klaus Morales told his family he was taking time out from his medical degree in Brazil to work as a journalist halfway across the world his father thought he was mad. “Are you crazy? You’re taking six months off from medical school to live in London—to do medical journalism? What’s this all about?”Morales was not sure himself, as he later wrote in The BMJ.1 He had already dipped his toe into the world of medical journalism as a Clegg scholar at the journal in 2005, but when BMJ Student’s then editor, Tiago Villaneuva, had to return to…

Cargill, for instance, is looking at how it can support healthy longevity by exploring food solutions that benefit metabolic health, as well as immune health through its postbiotic offering. Charoen Pokphand Foods (CP Foods), on the other hand, is embarking on a “food as medicine” strategy, where it has identified four pillars to drive the plan forward. Tate & Lyle, while known for as a sugar and sweetener supplier, is delving into the fibre space, including human milk oligosaccharides (HMOs). Senior executives from the above three companies pointed out the above during a panel discussion titled “Functional Innovation: Fuelling Healthy…

Feel better from the inside out with these delicious, new and improved gut-healthy lunch recipes. From satisfying sandwiches and colorful salads to hearty grain bowls, there are plenty of great options to choose from. These recipes have at least 6 grams of fiber per serving and are made with prebiotic and/or probiotic-rich ingredients, meeting our gut-healthy parameters. A healthy gut can help promote better digestion, support immune health and even reduce uncomfortable symptoms like fatigue and headaches. Recipes like our Marry Me White Bean Salad and our High-Protein Cucumber Sandwich are lunches you’ll look forward to every day. Love these…

Plastic can cause food to spoil more quickly or even transfer harmful chemicals into your food when used incorrectly.Alternatives like cheese paper, glass or stainless steel help maintain freshness, flavor and texture.Select high-quality produce and keep your fridge at the right temperature to further reduce food waste. Cutting food waste is an excellent way to reduce your household’s environmental impact while stretching your grocery budget. One of the most effective ways is by storing food properly—but plastic, the material used in many storage containers and food packages, isn’t always the best choice. Here are six foods that experts recommend never…

You have full access to this article via your institution. People in African countries waited longer to receive COVID-19 vaccines than did people in high-income countries.Credit: Robert Bonet/NurPhoto/GettyWho would have thought that the proverbial red carpet would be rolled out for a regulatory agency? That is what happened — and rightly so — with today’s launch of the African Medicines Agency (AMA), which is headquartered in Kigali.As Nature Africa’s news team reports, the AMA is the most important development for health and science in Africa in years. Medicines regulators are the hidden stars of public health. It is their job…

CarobWay has sealed an exclusive distribution agreement with GRA Nutra, a US developer and distributor of natural ingredients. The deal enables CarobWay to expand its carob-based product line into the US. The company states that its production capacity is “ready to scale,” as it prepares to serve the US market next year. Its first commercial product, CarobBiome, is scheduled to roll out in 2026. CarobBiome is a prebiotic fiber derived from upcycled carob fruit pulp. It is shown to promote digestive comfort, enhance satiety, and contribute to metabolic function.The product is extracted through a proprietary method that utilizes only water and…

As Brazil hosts the United Nations climate summit COP30 in Belém, its government is taking steps to boost the economy without damaging the environment. The goal sounds almost utopian: by 2050, Brazil aims to double income per capita, slash emissions of every greenhouse gas to attain ‘net zero’, and distribute wealth more fairly to achieve a 20% reduction in the Gini index — a metric that reflects income inequality.There has already been substantial progress. For example, deforestation has substantially decreased since the start of President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva’s latest term in 2023, and is now at its lowest…

Some people are more sensitive to the cold than others due to a combination of factors including prior cold exposure and genetics.Image credit:© iStock.com, Alex PotemkinAs the golden autumn hues give way to muted greys and winter whites, most people bring out their sweaters to keep the cold at bay. Conversely, others stroll through the frosty air wearing shorts and just a t-shirt, completely unfazed. François Haman, a biologist University of Ottawa, specializes in studying energy metabolism and nutrition in extreme environments including cold.University of Ottawa“All humans on the planet are vulnerable to cold,” said François Haman, a biologist at…

Trudo Lemmens, professor1 2 3, Kanksha Mahadevia Ghimire, research associate1, Katrina Perehudoff, associate professor3 4, Jillian Clare Kohler, professor3 5, Eric Low, patient advocate6, Navindra Persaud, associate professor3 71Faculty of Law, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada2Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada3WHO Collaborating Centre for Governance, Accountability, and Transparency in the Pharmaceutical Sector, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada4Faculty of Law, University of Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands5Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto, Toronto, Canada6Public representative, Eric Low Consulting, Haddington, Scotland7Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, CanadaCorrespondence to: T Lemmens Trudo.lemmens{at}utoronto.caThe obligations and responsibilities of governments…

The carrots turn melt-in-your-mouth tender thanks to the savory broth mixture. Carrots and garlic team up to support immunity, reduce inflammation and promote heart health, thanks to their antioxidants.This simple veggie side requires just 15 minutes of active cooking time. These Melting Carrots with Garlic Butter are proof that a simple vegetable can be the shining star at the table. Roasting beta carotene–rich carrots brings out their earthy sweetness, while a simple garlic-lemon butter sauce adds brightness and depth. The result is a tender, silky texture that truly lives up to the “melting” name. With minimal ingredients, simple pantry staples and…