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Around Easter, rabbits are often seen as symbols of joy and gentleness. But in U.S. laboratories, their experience can b...
04/03/2026

Around Easter, rabbits are often seen as symbols of joy and gentleness.

But in U.S. laboratories, their experience can be very different.

At West Virginia University, rabbits are being used in experiments where they are surgically altered, restrained for long periods, and exposed to repeated stimuli over months—all to study the impact of diet on learning and memory.

But this kind of research can be done using human-based approaches. Scientists already use safe, noninvasive methods to study learning and memory directly in humans.

It’s time to move toward modern, human-based science and leave animal experiments behind.

Take action: https://act.pcrm.org/eGYup_OqZECi3WYkaTAjAw2?ms=social

Processed meat products like bacon, deli meat, and hot dogs have been classified as carcinogenic to humans due to their ...
04/03/2026

Processed meat products like bacon, deli meat, and hot dogs have been classified as carcinogenic to humans due to their link to colorectal cancer. The Physicians Committee is urging the USDA to require warning labels on these products.

The legal petition calls for labels that clearly state processed meat products may increase colorectal cancer risk.

The Physicians Committee is asking for these warnings to be included on packaging so consumers are informed about the potential health risks.

Learn more: https://www.pcrm.org/news/news-releases/doctors-group-files-legal-petition-urging-usda-require-colorectal-cancer-warning

New research from the International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine (ICNM), hosted by the Physicians Committee, is n...
04/02/2026

New research from the International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine (ICNM), hosted by the Physicians Committee, is now published, giving clinicians practical insights on how nutrition can support prevention and care.

The proceedings highlight evidence on topics including breast and prostate cancers, menopause, Alzheimer’s disease, and more, with an emphasis on dietary patterns in real-world clinical practice.

From plant-based foods linked to lower risk of fatal prostate cancer to guidance on limiting routine supplement use, the takeaway is clear: Food-first approaches play a central role in health.

Read more: https://www.pcrm.org/news/news-releases/international-journal-disease-reversal-and-prevention-publishes-proceedings-2025

04/02/2026

This Chickpea and Nopales Soup from is simple, nourishing, and packed with flavor. It’s loaded with tender chickpeas, tangy nopales, a little smoky heat from the chipotle, and a broth you’ll want to sip to the last drop. Serve it with a squeeze of lime and warm corn tortillas, and you’re set!



Makes 4 servings

1/4 cup water or broth

1/2 large white onion, diced (110 g)

1 serrano pepper, minced (8 g)

3 garlic cloves, minced (9 g)

4 plum tomatoes, diced (486 g)

10 cups vegetable broth (2.3 L)

2 cans chickpeas, drained (about 3 cups or 510 g)

1/2 teaspoon Mexican oregano

1/4 teaspoon ground cumin

1 chipotle chili in adobo (5 g)

3 sprigs cilantro

1/2 bunch Swiss chard, stems removed, chopped (200 g)

12 ounces nopales, cooked (340 g)

Heat 1/4 cup of water or broth in a large pot over medium-low heat. Add the onion and serrano pepper and cook for 6 to 7 minutes or until tender and translucent. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute.

Add tomato and cook for about 8 minutes or until the tomato softens and releases all its juices.

Add vegetable broth, chickpeas, oregano, cumin, chipotle pepper, and cilantro sprigs. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes. Add Swiss chard and simmer for 10 more minutes.

Add cooked nopales. Bring back to a simmer and season to taste with salt and pepper.

Notes:

If you want a mild version of this soup, omit the serrano pepper. Serve with a squeeze of lime and warm corn tortillas.

04/02/2026

We are proud to feature Jin Feng (Helmholtz Munich and Technical University Munich, Germany), a HUMAIN Award recipient.

Working as a postdoctoral researcher in Professor Heiko Lickert’s laboratory, Jin is exploring new ways to strengthen pancreatic β-cells, the insulin-producing cells that are progressively lost or impaired in diabetes. Her project investigates a next-generation GLP1-based conjugate designed to support β-cell function and stimulate their regeneration.

To study these effects, she will use advanced 3D human islet models that allow researchers to observe insulin secretion, cell health, and β-cell proliferation in a human-relevant system. This approach offers a powerful way to examine potential therapeutic strategies in conditions that better resemble human pancreatic tissue.

Through our collaboration with InSphero, the HUMAIN Award supports research that applies human-relevant models to improve how metabolic diseases like diabetes are studied.

🎥 Watch the video below to learn more about Jin’s work and her vision for improving β-cell therapies.

Learn more at: https://www.pcrm.org/HUMAINaward
Watch the full video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hyROZAgTHVU

04/01/2026

Could your gut hold the key to preventing Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease?

In this live Q&A, gastroenterologist and researcher Dr. Trisha Pasricha joins Chuck Carroll to break down the powerful connection between the gut microbiome and brain health — and what it could mean for your future.

From inflammation and the gut-brain axis to early warning signs that may show up in digestion years before neurological symptoms, this is a conversation that could change how you think about your health from the inside out.

We’re also diving into Dr. Pasricha’s new book, "You've Been Pooping All Wrong," and answering your questions live!

The next generation of science is already here—and it’s human-based. The Summer Immersion on Innovative Approaches in Sc...
04/01/2026

The next generation of science is already here—and it’s human-based.

The Summer Immersion on Innovative Approaches in Science is a tuition-free, award-winning program bringing together students, researchers, and leaders who are shaping the future of biomedical research—without animal experiments.

From hands-on workshops to career development and meaningful connections, this four-day experience is designed to help you grow, learn, and find your place in this field.

But don’t just take our word for it. 👇

Attendees call it:

“transformative”

“eye-opening”

“a community I belong to”

If you’re curious about human-based research methods or ready to build your career in this space, Summer Immersion is for you!

📍 June 15-18, 2026
🎓 Tuition-free
⏳ Apply by April 24

Apply now: SummerImmersion.org

03/31/2026

For Endometriosis Awareness Month, we are recognizing the everyday impact this condition has on millions of people.

Research shows that inflammation, hormone regulation, and immune function all play a role in the condition. Diets built around plant foods are associated with lower risk and may help reduce symptom severity by supporting these processes.

Fiber-rich foods can help the body clear excess estrogen, while plant-based meals can help reduce inflammatory triggers.
Nutrition is one tool that can support overall health alongside medical care.

03/30/2026

At the International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine (ICNM), we caught up with Dr. Michael Greger on the red carpet.

We asked him a simple question: If we looked inside your pantry, what’s one healthy staple you always keep in stock?

In this clip, Dr. Greger shares why he keeps this staple on hand—and a few of the ways he likes to use it.

🎤 Red Carpet Nutrition features quick health insights from the physicians, researchers, dietitians, and more—both speakers and attendees alike—from ICNM.

Why the red carpet? Because health information deserves the spotlight!

🎟️ If you’d like to hear directly from experts like Dr. Greger, join us at the International Conference on Nutrition in Medicine.

The first 100 people to use code REDCARPET will get $100 off the already-discounted early-bird registration.

For tickets and more info go to www.PCRM.org/ICNM

The Physicians Committee sent a letter to National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya urging the a...
03/30/2026

The Physicians Committee sent a letter to National Institutes of Health (NIH) Director Dr. Jay Bhattacharya urging the agency to act on key congressional directives from the fiscal year 2026 appropriations package.

Our priorities: End funding for the forced swim and tail suspension tests, increase federal protections for cephalopods used in NIH-funded research, and redirect $30 million in funding for the National Primate Research Centers toward sanctuary transitions and human-based research infrastructure.

The NIH recently announced a $150 million investment in human-based research, signaling a clear intent to reduce animal use. We will continue working with Congress and the agency to ensure the FY26 congressional directives are implemented, and that progress continues to prioritize human-based research methods and reduce the use of animals in research.

Read the full update here: https://www.pcrm.org/news/good-science-digest/physicians-committee-calls-nih-implement-key-fiscal-year-2026

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