The UNC Nutrition Research Institute (NRI), located on the North Carolina Research Campus in Kannapol
Part of the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the NRI seeks to understand the variance in people’s DNA, metabolism and nutrient requirements and how this impacts their health. Long term, the NRI’s discoveries will lead to individually tailored nutrition recommendations that will allow people to customize their diets in order to maximize wellness and reduce risk of disease.
08/06/2026
FREE?! Now that’s something to get excited about.
We can’t promise adorable puppies, but we can promise valuable insight into the GLP-1 craze taking over the headlines.
Join us for a FREE AFL webinar as we explore the buzz, the science, and what GLP-1s could mean for the future of health and nutrition.
Save your spot today: https://bit.ly/4xe67ns
08/05/2026
Congratulations to Blake R. Rushing, PhD, recipient of the 2026 ELR Stokstad Award from the American Society for Nutrition Foundation!
This national honor recognizes early-career scientists conducting outstanding fundamental research in nutrition. We are proud to celebrate Dr. Rushing and his contributions to advancing nutrition science. Please join us in congratulating him on this well-deserved achievement!
American Society for Nutrition
08/04/2026
GLP-1s are everywhere. Your newsfeed knows. Your group chat knows. Your neighbor’s cousin suddenly thinks they know.
Next week, let’s hear from someone who actually knows the science.
Join us for GLP-1s Beyond the Headlines, where we’ll separate the facts from the frenzy and answer the questions everyone is asking.
📅 August 12
⏰ Noon
💻 Free and virtual
Your virtual seat won’t save itself. Register now at https://uncnri.org/afl
08/04/2026
Ever wanted reserved parking?
Now you can reserve your spot in something even better: the future of health research.
The UNC Nutrition Research Institute is looking for people to participate in nutrition studies. No lab coat or research experience required. Just bring yourself and a willingness to help science move forward.
Your spot in science could be waiting.
Explore current studies at uncnri.org/participate
Could too little choline affect blood sugar, even without weight gain?
In a new study, male mice fed a low-choline diet developed insulin resistance without becoming obese. Female mice eating the same diet responded differently.
Researchers traced these effects to changes in how the liver processed fat, offering new clues about the connections among nutrition, metabolism, and biological s*x.
The findings are from mice, but they highlight an important idea: the same nutrient intake may not affect every body in the same way.
Watch the science in seconds, then read the full story: https://bit.ly/3RGY5o3
08/03/2026
What if insulin resistance isn’t always about body weight?
In a new UNC Nutrition Research Institute study, male mice developed insulin resistance and higher blood sugar on a low-choline diet, even without becoming obese. Females eating the same diet responded differently.
The findings reveal a surprising connection between choline, liver metabolism and blood sugar regulation, and show why nutrition recommendations may not work the same way for everyone.
Read what researchers discovered: https://bit.ly/3RGY5o3
Isis Trujillo
08/01/2026
Wellness, Researched.
Healthy living isn't built overnight.
It's built one meal...
one walk...
one good night's sleep...
one choice at a time.
Research shows that small, consistent habits can have a meaningful impact on long-term health.
This National Wellness Month, focus on progress, not perfection, and let science guide the way.
07/31/2026
GLP-1s are everywhere but the facts can be hard to find.
You've probably seen the headlines. Maybe you've heard friends talking about them. But what do GLP-1 medications actually do, and who might benefit?
Join us for a free Appetite for Life virtual presentation as we separate the science from the hype.
📅 Tuesday, August 12
🕛 12:00 PM (Virtual)
Reserve your spot:
https://bit.ly/4uUUn7A
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07/30/2026
Today's Food Check
Have you eaten...
🥚 Protein?
Protein helps build and repair muscles, supports your immune system, and can help keep you feeling full longer.
🥬 Vegetables?
Vegetables are packed with vitamins, minerals, and fiber that support everything from heart health to digestion.
🥜 Healthy Fats?
Healthy fats, like those found in nuts, seeds, and avocados, help your body absorb certain vitamins and support brain and heart health.
🍓 Fruit?
Fruits provide fiber, antioxidants, and natural nutrients that help protect your cells and support overall wellness.
Nutrition researchers study how the foods we eat influence our health every day.
How many of these have you eaten today? (0–4)
07/29/2026
Curious about GLP-1s? Get beyond the buzz with science-backed information.
Join us for GLP-1s: Beyond the Headlines, a free virtual Appetite for Life webinar presented by Danae Gross, MS, RDN, LDN, a registered dietitian and doctoral candidate at UNC-Chapel Hill.
Learn more about how GLP-1 medications work, their potential benefits and side effects, and the role nutrition plays along the way.
• Wednesday, August 12
• 12 p.m. ET
• Online and free to attend
Register today: uncnri.org/afl