A Paper on Choline

A Paper on Choline

by Sumayyah Elkhouly The NRI’s fourth annual Virtual Internship Program (VIP) concluded on July 20 with 21 high school students from around the country presenting their research on the nutrients of their choice. Their research papers have been compiled into a journal,...
7 Tips to Stay Hydrated Outdoors

7 Tips to Stay Hydrated Outdoors

This article originally appeared on UNC Health Talk. If you’re planning to spend a lot of time outside in the heat, such as for a sporting event or a day at a theme park, it’s important to stay hydrated. Your body cools itself down by sweating, causing you to lose...
Epidemiology: The story of disease.

Epidemiology: The story of disease.

Every good story includes the “5 Ws”: who, what, where, when, and why. In studying how disease begins and remains in a population, we’re writing the story of that disease, and we use the same technique. Understanding the various approaches to the “5 Ws” of a given...
Arugula, Mozzarella and Black Grapes

Arugula, Mozzarella and Black Grapes

Enjoy this healthy and delicious springtime salad featuring arugula, mozzarella and black grapes. Arugula, a leafy green, is dense with the natural antioxidants vitamin C, vitamin K and vitamin A. In addition to fighting free radical activity, these vitamins offer...

Speed Dating with the NRI: 3-Minute Nutrition Theories

Appetite for Life ReviewSpeed Dating with the NRI: 3-Minute Nutrition Theories These 3-minute theory presentations are designed to effectively explain complex scientific research in down-to-earth language for a non-scientific audience.  Click a button below to read...

Appetite for Life: Nutrition Trivia Night

Appetite for Life: Nutrition Trivia Night Thursday, January 26 at 6 PM Gaelic Alley Irish Pub 114 S. Main Street, Kannapolis, NC 28081 What’s the difference between a vitamin and a mineral?  Grab a pint and get ready to test your nutrition knowledge! The UNC...