We are a physician-led nonprofit with the mission of improving health through education and advocacy for the powerful role of nutrition and lifestyle changes.
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Check out our latest newsletter to learn 4 easy ways to manage your post-meal blood sugar levels:
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Every 1,000 steps matter... and might help with blood pressure. Great to know that even modest increases in daily steps are linked to lower health risk! academic.oup.com/eurjpc/arti…
🌿 Check out our latest newsletter, and learn 5 powerful examples of nature as medicine: conta.cc/4yYam8p
GLP-1 medications are transforming weight loss—but they don’t replace the power of a high-quality diet. Explore why a patient's diet still plays a critical role in long-term health—even after reaching target weight. 🎧 Listen here: edhub.ama-assn.org/gaples-in… edhub.ama-assn.org/gaples-in…
Ready to level up your plate? 🥗Microgreens may be small, but they pack a serious nutritional punch! In our latest newsletter, find out:
• What microgreens are
• Why they’re so nutrient-dense
• Easy ways to add them to your meals
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What if the best diet isn’t about cutting back—but leveling up? 🌱 In this article from our Lifestyle Library, find out how a simple shift in focus can help you ease into a healthier pattern of eating:
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🧠🥦 Research suggests that preparing your own meals may do more than improve nutrition—it can support positive mood. It’s not a cure—but it’s a powerful tool worth exploring! Learn more in this article from our Lifestyle Library: gaplesinstitute.org/dicing-d…
Healthy eating isn’t just about what’s on your plate—it’s also about who’s around the table. 🧑🤝🧑 Social connection and mindful eating can be just as powerful for your health as the food itself. Learn more: gaplesinstitute.org/dont-eat…
Brain health is shaped by the choices we make every day. Food, movement, sleep, and stress all matter. 🧠 wapo.st/4fNxijg
High-potency weight loss medications are changing the landscape—but without the right nutrition, patients' overall health may suffer. Learn why food still matters, even with powerful pharmacotherapy.⤵️
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Part 2 of our protein discussion is here! Getting enough protein doesn’t have to be complicated. In our latest newsletter, we show how simple, balanced choices throughout the day can add up—helping you meet your protein needs without overthinking it. 👇conta.cc/4tmG1w2
The vibrant reds, blues, & purples in certain plant foods aren’t just beautiful 🌈 —they’re packed with powerful compounds that support heart health, reduce inflammation, & protect cells! 🥕 Learn more in this post from our Lifestyle Library: gaplesinstitute.org/color-po…
Protein seems to be everywhere right now—but is more always better? Our latest newsletter breaks down the hype vs. the science: how much you actually need, why the source matters, and facts that often get lost in the protein craze. myemail.constantcontact.com/…
Invited to the Washington, DC headquarters of the Association of American Medical Colleges (@AAMCtoday), our Executive Director, Stephen Devries, MD, shared how the Gaples Institute's #nutrition course for health professionals is shaping clinical #NutritionEducation nationwide.
Most of the salt in our diets isn’t from the shaker—it’s hidden in everyday processed foods. This piece from our Lifestyle Library breaks down what we really need to know about sodium, and why less can often be more. gaplesinstitute.org/a-tale-w…
Whole foods are more than the sum of their parts! 🌾🥜 Eating grains, nuts, and fruits in their intact form affects digestion, blood sugar, and nutrient absorption. Read more in this article from the Gaples Institute Lifestyle Library: gaplesinstitute.org/whole-fo…
Take a bite out of high blood pressure! ✨❣️Learn about foods that help, and find out how to get accurate blood-pressure readings that you can trust, in our latest newsletter: conta.cc/4mafzUz
Our Exec Director Stephen Devries, MD spoke to program directors at @ACCinTouch #ACC26 on preparing the next gen of cardiologists w/essential #nutrition training. Separately, a cardiology trainee presented a study on the positive impact of the Gaples Institute's nutrition course.
The 2026 edition of our nutrition science course for clinicians is now live! 🩺✨Curious about what's in it? Take a 90-second tour!
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Honored to be part of the movement to strengthen #NutritionEducation at @harvardmed! 🎓 We’re proud that our course is helping integrate practical, evidence-based #nutrition science into medical training 🥦💡
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