The molecule that might save your sight—and your heart Washington University researchers found that raising a molecule called ApoM helps eye cells sweep away harmful cholesterol deposits linked to age-related macular degeneration, potentially preventing vision loss, and the same trick might aid failing hearts too.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2025/06/2506

Resources for Pediatric RDs with Vegan Clients by Reed Mangels, PhD, RD I recently responded to a query from a dietitian who works in pediatrics – “I have not had to manage this in a bit, so I thought I would check on any current updates to guidelines. We have a 14-month-old in our practice where the family is vegan. What resources […]
https://www.vrg.org/blog/2025/....06/24/resources-for-

Superbugs in your shrimp: Deadly colistin-resistance genes ride on imported seafood Colistin, a last-resort antibiotic, is losing its power due to rising resistance—and the culprits might be hiding in your seafood dinner. A University of Georgia research team discovered colistin-resistance genes in bacteria found in imported shrimp and scallops from markets in Atlanta. These genes can hop between bacteria via plasmids, potentially turning once-curable infections into deadly threats.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/r....eleases/2025/06/2506

Study Examines the Association of Animal-based Butter versus Plant-based Oils on Mortality by Reed Mangels, PhD, RD For vegans, there’s no question—we don’t use animal-based butter. Non-vegans may be faced with a dilemma. Butter is sometimes presented as a “more natural” choice than plant oils. A recent study examined the correlation between frequent use of dairy butter, or of plant oils, and mortality. Study subjects were adults […]
https://www.vrg.org/blog/2025/....06/23/study-examines