Despite nutrition playing a critical role in preventing chronic diseases, the subject is not sufficiently incorporated into medical education. However, a movement is underway to change that.

While bacteria often dominates microbiome discussions, the mycobiome—the fungal community within our bodies—plays an equally crucial role in health, particularly as we age.

Walt Pebley, chief scientific officer at OFD Life Sciences, gives listeners a guided tour of the evolution of freeze-drying. The lyophilization vet has spent more than four decades pushing the boundaries of freeze-drying—transforming it from a preservation method into a platform for scientific and nutritional innovation.

Nielsen IQ recently released its The Next Frontier of Wellness Report. The leading global consumer intelligence company identified several trends shaping the industry.