Nutrition Faculty

Lawrence Cheskin and Raedeh Basiri speak about eating too much ultra-processed foods, how food systems are affecting the climate, and why obesity is more than an individual challenge. They break down potential solutions to solving the public health crises of obesity and climate change.

3 high-quality protein sources for over 50s that are easy to include in your diet.

Rethinking weight loss in the Ozempic era: Researchers urge a more holistic view.

It has more sugar than a candy bar. This fruit surprised scientists.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture has released the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Allison Miner, food systems expert, discusses key updates and the purpose of the accompanying visual representations.

Halide Zeynep Aydin, PhD, is a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Nutrition and Food Studies within the College of Public Health at George Mason University.

Embodying an alternative approach to weight.

George Mason trial: New pill aims to sustain weight loss after GLP-1s.

Wegovy injections vs. pills: Doctors explain the differences.

12 evidence-backed tips for reducing inflammation.