The debate around processed foods is one of the most persistent in modern nutrition. For years, the NOVA classification system has served as the gold standard for categorizing foods by their level of processing—ranging from unprocessed or minimally processed to ultra-processed. However, NOVA has been criticized for its lack of nuance: very different foods, such as a candy bar and a sugar-free, fortified whole grain cereal, end up in the same category, making it hard to accurately assess their health impacts.

ORLANDO, FL – June 4, 2025 — This summer marks the final edition of the Orlando Keto Summit, an event that for years has brought together healthcare professionals, educators, entrepreneurs, and patients around a shared goal: restoring metabolic health through conscious nutrition.

Study of 200,000 people finds diet quality, not just macronutrients, protects the heart

Top health groups warn: obesity drugs alone are not enough—nutrition is essential for long-term success

A new meta-analysis brings nuance to a long-standing debate in nutrition science: Is sugar really the villain when it comes to type 2 diabetes? According to researchers from Brigham Young University in Utah, alongside colleagues from Paderborn University and the University of Freiburg in Germany, how sugar is consumed matters more than how much.

Millions of consumers look to social media for advice on weight management. In 2025, the “protein craze” is generating the most buzz for diet seekers, young and old.

Have you ever wondered why some people gain weight faster than others, even when eating the same—or less? Or why some individuals lose weight more easily, even on similar diets? New scientific research may offer a powerful clue: a single gene could be playing a major role in all of this.

As the weather heats up and summer travel begins, it’s important for everyone to prioritize their own health and wellness.

In recent years, weight loss medications have gained momentum, particularly with the emergence of newer drugs that show significant effects on body fat reduction and metabolic improvements. Yet, a new study reveals a troubling gap: most of the people who qualify for these medications aren’t receiving them.

New research suggests that detecting insulin resistance early in life may be critical in preventing type 2 diabetes later on. The study, conducted by scientists from the Pennington Biomedical Research Center and other institutions, highlights the need to monitor this metabolic marker even in young individuals who appear healthy.

A new study published in Nature has raised serious concerns about taurine, a common ingredient in energy drinks and supplements. While taurine is naturally found in the human body and in foods like meat and seafood, researchers discovered that it can serve as a powerful fuel for the growth of leukemia cells. In lab tests and animal models, restricting taurine availability significantly slowed the progression of the disease.

By Fat to Fit Editorial Team