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Nutrition

The fundamentals of what your body needs — explained clearly, with honest evidence.

Nutrition

Evidence-based nutrition science, in plain language. Two big topics — pick one below. Each page links deeper into fatty acids, amino acids, vitamins, minerals and more.

Nutrition basics

Macronutrients

Protein, carbohydrates, fat, alcohol — and water. The things your body needs in large amounts, explained from the ground up.

Fatty acids & fats →   Protein & amino acids →

Micronutrients

All 30 vitamins and minerals your body needs in tiny amounts — what they do, where to find them in food, and why food comes first.

Phytochemicals →   Antioxidants →