Responsive Nutrition
The Food and Health Center develops knowledge about personalized nutrition and how diet can contribute to improved gut health, metabolic health, and mental health.
The center is part of Örebro University’s strong research environment in the field of food and health. The university currently hosts three national research centres that explore the importance of diet from different perspectives.
Research on Gut–Brain Interactions
How does the food we eat influence the interaction between the gut and the brain?
The Nutrition-Gut-Brain Interactions Centre (NGBI) conducts research on the links between diet, gut health, and brain function. By studying the interaction between the gut and the brain, researchers aim to increase our understanding of how food can influence both physical and mental health. The Centre was established in 2012 with funding from the Swedish Knowledge Foundation (KK Foundation).
Research on Personalized Nutrition
How do individual differences influence the relationship between food and health?
Rosetta@ORU investigates why people respond differently to food and nutrients. By studying biological variations between individuals and over time, researchers seek to understand how diet affects health and well-being. The research also includes the development of novel biomarkers that can detect early signs of poor health before disease develops. The Centre was established in 2023 with funding from the Swedish Knowledge Foundation (KK Foundation).
Research on Plant Proteins
How is our health affected when we consume more plant-based protein?
PAN Sweden explores the health effects of shifting from animal-based to plant-based proteins. The programme also investigates how food technology can improve the taste, texture, and nutritional value of plant-based foods, as well as how consumer behaviours and preferences influence the development of the food of the future. PAN Sweden was launched in 2020 with funding from Formas, the Swedish Research Council for Sustainable Development.