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Nutrients publishes Special Issues to create collections of papers on specific topics, with the aim of building a community of authors and readers to discuss the latest research and develop new ideas and research directions. Special Issues are led by Guest Editors, who are experts on the topic and all Special Issue submissions follow MDPI's standard editorial process. The journal’s Editor-in-Chief and/or designated Editorial Board Member will oversee Guest Editor appointments and Special Issue proposals, checking their content for relevance and ensuring the suitability of the material for the journal. The papers published in a Special Issue will be collected and displayed on a dedicated page of the journal’s website. Further information on MDPI's Special Issue policies and Guest Editor responsibilities can be found here. For any inquiries related to a Special Issue, please contact the Editorial Office.

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Nutrition for the Mind: Cognitive Enhancement in Sports and Exercise
edited by Carmen Mannucci
submission deadline 15 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 61 | Submission Open
Keywords: cognitive performance; sports nutrition; exercise-induced fatigue; ergogenic supplements; brain health; nutritional strategies
(This special issue belongs to the Section Sports Nutrition)
Novel Approaches to Dietary Patterns in Aging: From Observational Insights to Translational Applications
edited by Meng-Hua Tao and Shu-Chun Chuang
submission deadline 15 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 60 | Submission Open
Keywords: diet; diet pattern; healthy aging; diet interventions; aging-related pathologies; aging biomarkers; chronic disease prevention
(This special issue belongs to the Section Geriatric Nutrition)
The Essential Role of Nutrient Intake in Neurological Diseases
edited by
submission deadline 15 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 57 | Submission Open
Keywords: neurodegenerative diseases; Alzheimer’ s disease; Parkinson’ s disease; cerebrovascular disease; stroke; multiple sclerosis; epilepsy; traumatic brain injury; psychiatric disorders; neuroinflammation; ketogenic diet; Mediterranean/MIND diet; omega-3 fatty acids; macronutrients; micronutrients; neutraceuticals; gut– brain axis; microbiota
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Neuro Sciences)
Supplemental Nutrition for Mothers, Neonates and Children in Rural Areas submission deadline 15 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 56 | Submission Open
Keywords: intestinal parasitism; hygienic conditions; sanitary conditions; cognitive development; schoolchildren; vulnerable populations; public health; health promotion; health prevention; malnutrition
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutritional Policies and Education for Health Promotion)
Food Environments, Dietary Behaviors, and Population Health
edited by Khalid M. Khan
submission deadline 15 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 54 | Submission Open
Keywords: food quality; chronic diseases; food insecurity; dietary patterns; brain and mental health
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Public Health)
Optimizing Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition in Critically Ill Patients
edited by April Mendoza
submission deadline 15 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 50 | Submission Open
Keywords: critical illness; autophagy; protein; enteral nutrition; parenteral nutrition; permissive underfeeding; ascorbic acid; thiamine; bowel ischemia; enteral intolerance
(This special issue belongs to the Section Clinical Nutrition)
Effects of Physical Activity and Nutritional Supplementation on Muscle Health
edited by
submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 5524 | Submission Open
Keywords: skeletal muscle; nutrition; supplements; performance; sports nutrition; muscle recovery; sarcopenia; strength; muscle mass
(This special issue belongs to the Section Sports Nutrition)
Medical Nutrition Therapy for Hospital In-Patients
edited by Samford Wong and
submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 2656 | Submission Open
Keywords: nutrition support; malnutrition; nutrition-related complications; rehabilitation; spinal cord injury
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Public Health)
Enhancing Dietary Assessments and Nutritional Monitoring Through Digital Health Monitoring and Intervention
edited by Theodore Walls and
submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2028 | Submission Open
Keywords: wearable devices; dietary assessment; eating behavior; food images; eating patterns; chrononutrition; chronic disease risk; internet of things (IoT); ambulatory monitoring; ecological momentary assessment; food photography; real-time measurement; intensive longitudinal data; multiple behavior monitoring
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition Methodology & Assessment)
Relevance and Safe Utilization of Amino Acids in Dietary Supplements
edited by
submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 168 | Submission Open
Keywords: amino acids; dietary supplements; tolerable upper intake level; physiological relevance; pathophysiology
(This special issue belongs to the Section Proteins and Amino Acids)
Nutraceuticals and Functional Bioactives: From Biochemical Mechanisms to Nutritional Applications submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 125 | Submission Open
Keywords: nutraceuticals; bioactive compounds; functional foods; antioxidant mechanisms; anti-inflammatory activity; oxidative stress; metabolic health; natural products; bioavailability; food formulations
(This special issue belongs to the Section Phytochemicals and Human Health)
Bioactive Peptides from Food Sources: Multi-System Health Benefits and Molecular Mechanisms
edited by , and
submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 116 | Submission Open
Keywords: bioactive peptides; muscle health; gut health; immunomodulation; inflammation; gut– brain axis; heat stress; wound healing; functional foods; molecular mechanism
(This special issue belongs to the Section Proteins and Amino Acids)
Diet and Exercise: Cardiovascular Responses in Health and Disease
edited by Yoko M. Nakao
submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 73 | Submission Open
Keywords: cardiovascular diseases; diet– exercise interactions; gene– diet interactions; haemodynamics; endothelial function; obesity; arrhythmia; heart failure; micronutrients; nutrigenomics; multi-omics; hydration and electrolytes; cardiac rehabilitation; machine learning; causal inference
(This special issue belongs to the Section Sports Nutrition)
Personalized Nutrition and Cardiology submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 72 | Submission Open
Keywords: food; health; nutrients; cardiovascular; metabolic; diet; mediterranean diet; personalized nutrition; protective; mechanisms
(This special issue belongs to the Section Clinical Nutrition)
Nutritional and Functional Foods and Their Components in Taste Biology and Health submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 67 | Submission Open
Keywords: functional foods; bioactive proteins and peptides; taste sensation; taste desensitization; taste perception; taste modification; disease prevention/intervention
(This special issue belongs to the Section Proteins and Amino Acids)
The Role of Dietary Intake and Food Behavior on Cardiometabolic Health: From Mechanisms to Clinical Outcomes submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 66 | Submission Open
Keywords: dietary patterns; food behavior; nutrient intake; cardiometabolic health; vascular function; metabolic regulation; inflammation; precision nutrition; endothelial function; arterial stiffness
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Metabolism)
Hydration, Fluid Homeostasis and Their Impact on Athletic Performance
edited by , and Monika Bigosińska
submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 62 | Submission Open
Keywords: hydration; water intake; fluid balance; dehydration; hyponatremia; electrolyte homeostasis; thermoregulation; sweat rate; endurance performance; exercise physiology; rehydration strategies; sport nutrition; environmental stress; heat adaptation; athletic performance
(This special issue belongs to the Section Sports Nutrition)
Novel Antioxidant Strategies: Exploring the Power of Natural Bioactive Compounds
edited by Marija Ljubojević
submission deadline 20 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 56 | Submission Open
Keywords: antioxidants; antagonism; antiaging; bioactive compounds; bioavailability; biomarkers; diet; longevity; oxidative stress; phytonutrients; synergy; vitamins
(This special issue belongs to the Section Phytochemicals and Human Health)
The Role of Food Supplements in Human Health submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 55304 | Submission Open
Keywords: dietary supplements; nutraceuticals; vitamins; minerals; botanicals; herbs; human health; inflammation; diseases
(This special issue belongs to the Section Phytochemicals and Human Health)
Food Security, Food Insecurity, and Nutritional Health
edited by Oana Maria Mîrza, and
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 19092 | Submission Open
Keywords: healthy diet; nutrition; dietary guidelines; bioactive compounds; food fortification; food safety; food loss and waste; food security management; food policy; sustainable development goals; sustainable nutrition; life support; life quality; climate changes; novel food; food contaminants; nutraceuticals
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Public Health)
The Role of Nutritional Intake and Supplements in Improving Athletic Performance submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 12671 | Submission Open
Keywords: nutritional strategies; dietary supplementation; nutrient timing; energy availability; macronutrients and performance; recovery nutrition; ergogenic aids; hydration strategies; micronutrients in sports; sports-specific dietary needs
(This special issue belongs to the Section Sports Nutrition)
Effects of Exercise and Diet on Health
edited by
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 8 articles | Viewed by 11918 | Submission Open
Keywords: physical activity; healthy diet; metabolism; adaptation; education
(This special issue belongs to the Section Sports Nutrition)
Research Progress on Immune and Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Food Active Substances submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 8144 | Submission Open
Keywords: macrophages; lymphocytes; cytokines; antibodies; tolerance; hypersensitivity; infection; inflammation; thymus; spleen
(This special issue belongs to the Section Phytochemicals and Human Health)
Antioxidant-Rich Natural Fruit and Vegetable Foods and Human Health
edited by Ilenia Martinelli
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 5 articles | Viewed by 8136 | Submission Open
Keywords: antioxidant; fruits; vegetables; health; organ damage
(This special issue belongs to the Section Phytochemicals and Human Health)
Iron Homeostasis in Chronic Diseases submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 8067 | Submission Open
Keywords: iron homeostasis; oxidative stress; chronic diseases; inflammation; ferroptosis; ferritinophagy; iron chelators; neurodegeneration; cardiovascular; cancer
(This special issue belongs to the Section Micronutrients and Human Health)
Implications of Artificial Intelligence in Clinical Nutrition and Non-Communicable Chronic Related Diseases of Obesity for Patients and Health Professionals submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 3 articles | Viewed by 6373 | Submission Open
Keywords: artificial intelligence; chat-bots; clinical nutrition; deep and machine learning; education; explainable artificial intelligence; generative artificial intelligence; image analysis-based AI; malnutrition; non-communicable chronic diseases related to obesity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Clinical Nutrition)
The Relationship Between Neurodevelopment and Nutritional Intake
edited by
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 2370 | Submission Open
Keywords: environmental factors; nutrition; neurodevelopmental disorders; cognitive development; developmental pediatrics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Neuro Sciences)
Exploring the Key to Healthy Cardiac Metabolism: Managing Diet, Nutrients, and Lifestyle Choices
edited by and Christos Fragoulis
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 2 articles | Viewed by 1903 | Submission Open
Keywords: cardiac metabolism; heart-healthy diet; omega-3 fatty acids; antioxidants; cardiovascular prevention; lifestyle choices; inflammation reduction; metabolic health
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutritional Epidemiology)
Effects of Diet and Nutrition on Musculoskeletal Health submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1795 | Submission Open
Keywords: muscle; bone; joints; bone mineral density; obesity; sarcopenia; osteoporosis; osteoarthritis; rheumatic disease; genetic disorders; minerals and trace elements; vitamins; protein; amino acids
(This special issue belongs to the Section Sports Nutrition)
Bioactive Microconstituents from Foods, Metabolic Health and the Underlying Molecular Mechanisms submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1670 | Submission Open
Keywords: bioactive compounds; microconstituents; metabolic health; molecular mechanisms; sustainability; polyphenols; terpenes
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Metabolism)
Sarcopenia in Older Adults: Is There a Place for Nutritional Interventions
edited by and João Pinheiro
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1633 | Submission Open
Keywords: sarcopenia; muscle mass; nutritional interventions; protein intake; amino acids; micronutrients; dietary patterns; physical activity; older adults; nutritional supplements
(This special issue belongs to the Section Geriatric Nutrition)
Plant Extracts in the Prevention and Treatment of Chronic Disease
edited by Keiko Ogawa-Ochiai and Sachiko Sugimoto
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 1047 | Submission Open
Keywords: herbal extract; frailty; chronic disease; metabolic health; prevention
(This special issue belongs to the Section Phytochemicals and Human Health)
The Role of Nutritional Interventions in the Prevention and Management of Osteoarthritis submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 908 | Submission Open
Keywords: osteoarthritis; saturated fat diet; Mediterranean diet; plant extract; herbal extract; isolated natural molecules; synthetic molecules; nanoparticles; inflammatory processes
(This special issue belongs to the Section Clinical Nutrition)
The Role of Plant, Fungi and Algae Nutritive Compounds in the Management of Health and Disease
edited by Kirsten Heimann and Evan Stephens
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 581 | Submission Open
Keywords: microalgae; macroalgae; cyanobacteria; plant; fungi; bioactive compounds; health and nutrition
(This special issue belongs to the Section Phytochemicals and Human Health)
New Approaches to Managing Diabetes Through Diet submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | 1 articles | Viewed by 436 | Submission Open
Keywords: diabetic neuropathy; new technologies in diabetes; diabetes mellitus type 1; diabetes mellitus type 2; insulin treatment; nutritional supplements in DM; diet; diabetic nephropathy; diabetic retinopathy; cardiovascular disease; mediterranean diet; ketogenic diet
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Diabetes)
The Role of Plant-Derived Bioactive Compounds in Musculoskeletal System
edited by
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 324 | Submission Open
Keywords: plant-derived bioactive compounds; bone; muscle; cartilage; musculoskeletal disorders; osteoporosis; osteoarthritis; polyphenols; flavonoids; alkaloids; terpenoids; sarcopenia
(This special issue belongs to the Section Phytochemicals and Human Health)
Educational Behavior-Change Interventions in Nutrition: Theory, Development and Evidence
edited by
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 240 | Submission Open
Keywords: nutrition interventions; education interventions; behaviour change; intervention development; theory-based interventions; health; preventative health; intervention effectiveness; education program
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutritional Policies and Education for Health Promotion)
The Latest Research Progress and Application of Nutritional Metabolomics submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 224 | Submission Open
Keywords: metabolomics; targeted metabolomics; nutrition; diet; non-communicable diseases; food metabolome; mitochondrial dysfunction; nutritional treatment; nutrient deficiencies; biomarkers; microbiota; micronutrients
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics)
Nutritional Management in IBD: From Malnutrition Diagnosis to Targeted Therapy
edited by Francesco William Guglielmi
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 193 | Submission Open
Keywords: Crohn’ s disease; ulcerative colitis; malnutrition; malnutrition complications; morbidity; mortality; oral supplementation; enteral nutrition; parenteral nutrition; short bowel syndrome
(This special issue belongs to the Section Clinical Nutrition)
Dietary Factors in Cancer Risk and Prevention
edited by Alex Yoon
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 186 | Submission Open
Keywords: public health nutrition; nutritional epidemiology; dietary intake; cancer risk; cancer prevention; dietary guidelines; antioxidants; food insecurity; modifiable risk factors
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Public Health)
Personalized Nutrition and Emerging Dietary Approaches in Inflammatory Bowel Disease
edited by Vito Annese
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 146 | Submission Open
Keywords: nutrition status; Mediterranean diet; CDED; FODMAP; enteral nutrition; IBD; ulcerative colitis; Crohn’ s disease; disease activity
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Metabolism)
Nutrition at the Top of the Game: Emerginig Evidence-Based Nutritional Strategies for Elite Football Performance on the Road to FIFA World Cup 2026 submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 128 | Submission Open
Keywords: football; soccer; dietary habits; tailored interventions; supplement use; probiotics; prebiotics; and postbiotics; periodization; gut microbiota modulation; ketogenic diets; intermittent fasting; nutri-omics
(This special issue belongs to the Section Sports Nutrition)
The Role of Epigenetics, Gut Microbiota and Nutrition in Human Wellbeing submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 118 | Submission Open
Keywords: epigenetics; DNA methylation; histone modifications; nutrition; nutrients; diet; methyl donor supplementation; one-carbon metabolism; bioactive compounds; gut microbiota; microbiota– host interactions; microbiota-derived metabolites; personalized nutrition; aging; well-being
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics)
Preventive Nutrition: Evidence-Based Dietary Approaches to Reduce Non-Communicable Disease Risk submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 117 | Submission Open
Keywords: nutrition; diet; dietary pattern; non-communicable disease; cardiovascular; diabetes; obesity; inflammatory disease; cancer; evidence-based assessment; risk analysis
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition Methodology & Assessment)
Trace Elements for Brain Health and Cognitive Ageing submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 107 | Submission Open
Keywords: trace elements; brain health; cognition; ageing; dementia; nutrition
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Neuro Sciences)
The Impact of Olive Oil on Human Health submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 92 | Submission Open
Keywords: olive oil; mediterranean diet; cardiovascular health; metabolic disorders; type 2 diabetes; inflammation; oxidative stress; neuroprotection; cancer prevention; gut microbiota
(This special issue belongs to the Section Lipids)
Integrative Nutritional Strategies in the Management of Chronic Musculoskeletal Pain
edited by
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 80 | Submission Open
Keywords: chronic musculoskeletal pain; integrative medicine; nutritional interventions; nonpharmacologic therapies; lifestyle modification
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Public Health)
Nutritional Care in Patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
edited by Camilla Fiorindi and Gabriele Dragoni
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 77 | Submission Open
Keywords: probiotics; micronutrient deficiency; postoperative management; dietary intervention; nutritional supplementation; quality of life; malnutrition; sarcopenia; enteral nutrition; preoperative nutrition
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutritional Immunology)
Nutritional Supplements for Alzheimer’s and Other Neurodegenerative Diseases
edited by Angela Marie Abbatecola and Salvatore Caponnetto
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 76 | Submission Open
Keywords: neurodegenerative disease; Alzheimer’ s; neuroinflammation; biomarkers; age-related comborbidities; precision care
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition and Neuro Sciences)
Maternal Nutrition and Placental Biology in Early-Life Programming
edited by Yewei Wang and Elizabeth M. Kennedy
submission deadline 25 Jun 2026 | Viewed by 76 | Submission Open
Keywords: maternal nutrition; placental biology; early-life programming; multi-omics; immune signaling; gestational weight gain; prenatal exposome; endocrine disruptors; mixture modeling
(This special issue belongs to the Section Nutrition in Women)
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