Tag: diet and nutrition

GLP-1 medications support weight loss, but they aren’t enough for lasting weight loss on their own. Learn how nutrition counseling can help lead to long-term success.

New research examines whether pregnancy and the gut microbiome help eliminate mercury from fish and naturally protect the developing fetus.

Know the difference between gastric bypass and gastric sleeve surgery, including recovery time, risk, and benefits.

If you struggle to manage your weight in winter, you’re not alone. UR Medicine experts explain why winter weight loss can feel more challenging — and what you can do to stay healthy through the ...

Between busier schedules, elaborate meals, family dynamics, and shorter days, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Our experts share simple tips on how to balance mental and physical health during the ...

Preventing cancer isn't always possible because finding a direct cause can be difficult. But researchers have found one important thing that makes a difference: nutrition.

Two key nutrients—calcium and vitamin D—work together to keep bones strong. Without enough of either, bones become weaker and more prone to breaks. But how much calcium do you need?

Every parent has faced the dinnertime standoff with their child. For most kids, picky or selective eating is a normal part of development. But for some, it's so severe that it affects their health, ...

Can Type 1 diabetes be cured? What’s the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes? In 2025, experts from UR Medicine debunk common diabetes myths and explain blood sugar management, reversing ...

Healthy habits are hard to create and even harder to maintain. But Self-Determination Theory, founded by researchers at the University of Rochester, shows how motivation and personal choice can help ...