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Two kids get an up-close look at a very large insect at the Great Minnsect Show.
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Celebrating all things insects

The 2025 Great Minnsect Show at the University of Minnesota attracted over 1,000 visitors eager to explore the fascinating world of insects.

Dairy products including milk, cheese and yogurt
Research Brief

Connection between whole-fat dairy products and better heart health

For decades, Americans have been advised that cutting fat was key for a heart-healthy diet, spurring an industry of low-fat dairy products. A new generation of nutrition research is challenging some of those long-held beliefs — suggesting the impact of dietary fat is different when found in dairy products compared with other foods. 

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Talking with University of Minnesota

Talking lifecycle nutrition with University of Minnesota

Strong nutrition is the backbone of our health — whether you’re age nine or 99. For National Nutrition Month this March, Aimee Tritt, a clinical assistant professor in dietetics, answers questions about supporting healthy choices in every stage of life. 

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Associate Professor, Department of Family Medicine and Community Health
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