- Jul 27, 2026
- by Krishna Ramanujan, Cornell Chronicle
- Holistic Human Health
Will dietary fiber help digestion? It might depend on your gut bacteria
People may not only need specific species of gut bacteria but also the right strains of those bacteria to benefit from dietary fiber.
- Jul 30, 2026
- by Laura Reiley, Cornell Chronicle
- Holistic Human Health, Social Impact + Justice, Sustainability + Society
Humble grain, big question: Could supercharged millet help children’s gut health?
The fight against childhood malnutrition may have just gotten a new tool in biofortified millet.
- Aug 3, 2026
- Holistic Human Health
How chronic stress affects older adults
Anthony Ong, professor in the Department of Psychology, explains that older adults tend to recover from stress more slowly due to physical changes associated with aging.
Elaine (Yue) Sha
Elaine Sha, MPH, RD, IBCLC, is a Ph.D. student concentrating in Human and Molecular Nutrition under the mentorship of Dr. Yarden Golan Maor. Her research focuses on identifying the psychosocial, physiological, and pharmacological factors that influence human milk production and composition.
Prior to pursuing her doctoral training, Elaine spent three years working as an adult and pediatric dietitian. This experience shaped her commitment to addressing persistent misconceptions and knowledge gaps in nutrition and breastfeeding and
- Mar 25, 2026
- by James Dean, Cornell Chronicle
- Holistic Human Health, Social Impact + Justice
A stable sense of purpose helps teens navigate life’s challenges
Like their emotions and self-esteem, teenagers’ sense of purpose fluctuates day to day, and those who experience it steadily – not just intensely – may benefit most.
- Jul 23, 2026
- Holistic Human Health, Social Impact + Justice
Trump administration cuts landmark nutrition education program
Tashara Leak, associate professor in the Division of Nutritional Sciences, criticized the SNAP-Ed cuts and cited the program's role during the Flint, Michigan, water crisis.
- Jul 27, 2026
- Holistic Human Health
These dietitian-recommended cereals make healthier breakfasts easy
Tashara Leak, an associate professor of nutritional sciences, provides expert advice on choosing healthy cereals and emphasizes the importance of cost and enjoyment in making nutritious decisions.