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Dec 02 2025EDUCATION

A Big Boost for Health Education at ODU

Old Dominion University is getting a major upgrade in health education. A generous gift of $15 million from Joan Brock is making this happen. This money will create the Joan P. Brock Institute for Nutrition Science and Health. The goal? To make nutrition a big part of medical training and research.

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Nov 16 2025HEALTH

The Hidden Heroes in Your Diet: How Minerals Fight Depression

Mental health is a big deal, and it turns out that what we eat might be a bigger part of the puzzle than we thought. Recent research has shown that not getting enough of certain minerals like potassium, iron, and zinc could be making depression worse. These minerals are like tiny bodyguards for your

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Nov 12 2025HEALTH

What's the Deal with Saturated Fats?

People are talking about changing the rules on saturated fats. Some say we should eat more of them, like those in butter, cheese, and meat. But others, like scientists who study food and health, worry this could be a bad idea. Saturated fats have been linked to higher levels of bad cholesterol. Thi

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Aug 12 2025HEALTH

Bread: A Friend, Not a Foe, in Your Diet

Bread often gets a bad reputation. Many people think it causes weight gain, inflammation, and other health issues. But experts say that's not entirely true. Bread can be part of a healthy diet. It can even be good for you. Fiber is key in bread. It helps lower bad cholesterol, keeps blood sugar sta

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