Check out the August 2023 issue of NIH News in Health, the monthly newsletter bringing you practical health news and tips basedon the latest NIH research. Download a PDF version for printing.

Breaking Down Food

A Closer Look at What You Eat

Food provides energy and nutrients that are essential for your health. Eating a balanced diet helps ensure you get all the nutrients your body needs.

Pet Dogs to the Rescue!

Furry Friends Can Help Human Health

We share so much with our pets, including our homes, environments, and even some biology. Learn how studying these similarities can help to advance medical research. Plus, read online-only Q&As onthe NIH-supported Dog Aging Project andNIHs Dog Genome Project.

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