Revolutionizing the British Diet: Beans in Toast
Scientists are striving to transform British diets by incorporating more domestically grown beans into our daily bread. University of Reading researchers and chefs hope to…
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Unlocking Effective Weight Loss: Investigating the Impact of “Hyper-Palatable” Foods Across Four Diets
If losing weight was among your 2023 resolutions, findings by researchers from the University of Kansas and the National Institutes of Health (NIH) may provide…
Scientists Warn That Fructose Could Drive Alzheimer’s Disease
Researchers say an evolutionary foraging instinct that relied on the sugar fructose, may now be fueling the formation of Alzheimer’s disease. An ancient human foraging…
Harvard Study Links a Variety of Healthy Eating Patterns to a Lower Risk of Premature Death
A Harvard study finds healthy eating patterns lower risk of premature death. Researchers discovered participants who followed at least one of four healthy eating patterns…
Just a Teaspoon: Adding Herbs and Spices to Your Diet Could Improve Gut Health
Two recent studies suggest that incorporating peanuts and herbs and spices into one’s diet can lead to an increase in the abundance of gut bacteria…
Choline: An Essential Brain-Boosting Nutrient That Most Americans Are Lacking
Choline, a crucial nutrient produced in the liver and present in foods such as eggs, broccoli, beans, meat, and poultry, is vital to human health….
New Study Alarms: Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Increased Risk of Cancer & Death
Higher consumption of ultra-processed foods may be linked to an increased risk of developing and dying from cancer, a new study suggests. Researchers from Imperial…
Scientists Reveal Genetic Mechanism Linked to High-Calorie Food-Fueled Obesity
High-calorie foods—high in fat, oil, and sugar—often taste delicious but can also cause overeating, leading to obesity and major health problems. But what stimulates the…
Not Safe for Everybody: The Hidden Risk of Green Tea Extract
According to a recent study, although taking high-dose green tea extract for an extended period may offer some protection against cancer, cardiovascular disease, obesity, and…
Debunking Previous Misconceptions: New Study Indicates That Potatoes Are Healthier Than You Think
While they may not have all the benefits of other vegetables, potatoes can still be a healthy choice if prepared correctly. In recent years, low…
New Research: Eating Grapes Can Protect Against UV Damage to Skin
A recent study highlights the potential of grapes in providing photoprotection. A recent study published in the journal Antioxidants has shown that consuming grapes can…
A Life-Saving Breakthrough: Scientists Uncover Japanese Fruit Juice That May Help Prevent Lung Cancer
Using a mouse model, Japanese researchers unleash the likely mechanism of action of Actinidia arguta (sarunashi) juice on lung cancer development. Lung cancer is a…
How Intermittent Fasting Extends Life Spans – Time-Restricted Eating Reshapes Gene Expression Throughout the Body
Salk researchers find that timing calorie intake synchronizes circadian rhythms across multiple systems in mice. Numerous studies have shown health benefits of time-restricted eating including…
Whole Grains Confusion: New Study Highlights Need for Consensus on Definition
A recent study has highlighted the need for a unified definition of whole-grain foods, as there are currently multiple competing definitions in use. A new…
Even More Beneficial Than We Thought: How Drinking Black Tea May Improve Your Long-Term Health
The flavonoids found in black tea have been linked to improved cardiovascular health later in life. Drinking a cup of black tea daily may provide…
New Research Reveals That Plant-Based Meat Substitutes Often Lack Nutritional Value
The rise of plant-based protein options as meat substitutes has grown significantly as more individuals adopt a plant-based diet. However, the nutritional value of these…
Stanford Study Reveals Secrets to Sustainable Weight Loss: Behaviors and Biomarkers Exposed
A new analysis of data from a yearlong weight-loss study has identified behaviors and biomarkers that contribute to short- and long-term weight loss. Strictly following…
Consumption of Fast Food Linked to Potentially Deadly Liver Disease
Risk of liver damage is highest for those with obesity or diabetes. The new year has begun, and with it, resolutions for change. A study…
