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Researchers have discovered that toxic sugars made by gut bacteria can trigger immune attacks that damage the brain in ALS and dementia. Targeting these sugars could open the door to entirely new treatments—and even slow disease progression.

Microbiome research is really opening doors in our understanding of devastating diseases.

Scientists discover hidden gut trigger behind ALS and dementia A new study reveals that gut bacteria may play a key role in triggering ALS and frontotemporal dementia. Harmful sugars produced by these microbes can spark immune responses that damage the brain. This breakthrough explains why some genetically at-risk people develop the diseases while others don’...

Grip strength is a measure of longevity. Pick up some heavy weights today 💪💪🏋️‍♂️

Resistance training can reduce body fat percentage while simultaneously improving grip strength, representing an effective management strategy for sarcopenic obesity, reports a systematic review and meta-analysis in BMC Geriatrics.

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Happy National Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day! To all those making a real impact in our patient’s health 🍓🥭🥦🐟🌾💪

🎉 Happy National Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Day!

Today we celebrate the science translators, myth-busters, behavior coaches, and compassionate advocates who turn nutrition research into real-life impact.

RDNs don’t just talk about food — we help people:
✨ Heal relationships with food
✨ Improve metabolic health
✨ Navigate complex medical conditions
✨ Build sustainable habits
✨ Feel better in their own bodies

Whether working in clinical care, community health, research, private practice, sports nutrition, or integrative wellness, RDNs are changing lives every day.

Here’s to evidence-based nutrition, personalized care, and the powerful role food plays in whole-person health.

Tag an RDN who inspires you 👇

Accurate statement. Norwegian VO2 max training study recently showed sedentary 50 year olds could take 20 years aging off their heart by doing 4 min intense bursts, 3 min recovery, repeat 4 times. Any movement is good movement!