Culinary medicine: Bringing healthcare into the kitchen

Obesity represents a significant public health issue in the United States, correlating with a higher prevalence of various comorbidities. This study aimed to assess whether nutrition education combined with hands-on cooking classes could enhance eating habits and culinary skills, ultimately aiding in chronic disease management. A convenience sample of 21 participants from primary health clinics […]

There has been conflicting research on the connection between eating and cooking at home and diet or health effects. Previous studies have focused on meal preparation rather than consumption, often using small, non-representative samples, and examined nutrient intake rather than overall diet quality or health. This study by Mills et al. (2017) aimed to determine […]