Scientific research in the Laboratory for Diet Therapy, Food Chemistry and Biochemistry is focused on understanding the impact of nutrition on human health through an interdisciplinary approach. Special emphasis is placed on assessing the dietary quality of different population groups and identifying key nutritional factors that contribute to health maintenance and disease prevention.
Research includes the study of the relationship between dietary patterns and metabolic processes, including glucose regulation, protein and lipid metabolism, and their association with health. The presence and role of nutrients and bioactive compounds from food, as well as their impact on the body, are also investigated.
Recently, the focus has been directed toward personalized and sustainable nutrition, as well as the optimization of nutritional strategies for specific health conditions, including chronic diseases.