Nutrition News
August 2, 2025
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Aug. 1, 2025 — Ape behavior just got a name upgrade — “scrumping” — and it might help explain why humans can handle alcohol so well. Researchers discovered that African apes regularly eat overripe, ...
Aug. 1, 2025 — Women who drank heavily, even though they strongly wished to avoid pregnancy, were 50% more likely to become pregnant than those who drank little or not at all, according to new research. Surprisingly, cannabis use didn t show the same ...
July 31, 2025 — GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic are transforming weight loss, but a new UVA study warns they're not improving a critical measure of health: cardiorespiratory fitness. While these medications help people shed fat, they also strip away vital muscle mass ...
July 28, 2025 — Eggs are finally being vindicated after decades of cholesterol-related blame. New research from the University of South Australia reveals that eggs, despite their cholesterol content, aren't the dietary villains they've long been made out to be. ...
July 28, 2025 — Over-the-counter (OTC) products like St John’s Wort and omega-3s have long been touted for helping with depression, but new research reveals that 64 different OTC products have been tested in ...
July 25, 2025 — Fermenting stevia with a banana leaf-derived probiotic turns it into a powerful cancer-fighting agent that kills pancreatic cancer cells while sparing healthy ones. The secret lies in a metabolite called CAME, produced through microbial ...
July 25, 2025 — What if we could predict obesity before it ever takes hold? A global team has created a genetic test that forecasts a child’s risk of adult obesity before age five—years before other factors kick in. By analyzing data from over five million ...
July 24, 2025 — A new study reveals that swapping a typical nighttime carbohydrate snack for pistachios may beneficially alter gut bacteria in people with prediabetes. Conducted by Penn State researchers, the 12-week clinical trial found that pistachio consumption ...
July 24, 2025 — A massive global survey has revealed that people with eating disorders often turn to cannabis and psychedelics like magic mushrooms and LSD to ease their symptoms, rating them more effective than ...
July 23, 2025 — A groundbreaking study involving genetic data from over five million people has uncovered how our DNA can predict obesity risk as early as childhood. The new polygenic risk score outperforms previous methods, helping to identify high-risk children ...
July 21, 2025 — People in richer countries aren t moving less they re just eating more. A new Duke study shows that diet, not laziness, is fueling the obesity epidemic across industrialized ...
July 18, 2025 — In a groundbreaking UK first, eight healthy babies have been born using an IVF technique that includes DNA from three people—two parents and a female donor. The process, known as pronuclear ...
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July 18, 2025 — A gene called SDR42E1 has been identified as a key player in how our bodies absorb and process vitamin D. Researchers found that disabling this gene ...
July 15, 2025 — A cutting-edge mouse study reveals that tirzepatide, the dual GLP-1/GIP drug already hailed for impressive weight loss, does more than trim fat: it slashes the growth of obesity-linked breast tumors. ...
July 15, 2025 — A new study comparing three popular diets—intermittent fasting, time-restricted eating, and continuous calorie cutting—found that all can help people with type 2 diabetes lose weight and lower ...
July 15, 2025 — Kids who consume artificial and natural sweeteners like aspartame, sucralose, and glycyrrhizin may face an increased risk of early puberty, especially if they carry specific genetic markers. This ...
July 14, 2025 — A massive spike in young children accidentally ingesting nicotine pouches has alarmed poison control researchers, with a 763% rise reported between ...
July 13, 2025 — In a striking new study, the anti-obesity drug tirzepatide, known as Mounjaro and Zepbound, not only triggered significant weight loss in obese mice but also slashed breast cancer tumor growth. The ...
July 10, 2025 — Climate change is silently sapping the nutrients from our food. A pioneering study finds that rising CO2 and higher temperatures are not only reshaping how crops grow but are also degrading their ...
July 2, 2025 — Researchers testing urine from 2- to 4-year-olds in four U.S. states uncovered 96 different chemicals, many of them unmonitored and linked to hormone ...
July 1, 2025 — Over a thousand students revealed a striking link between lactose intolerance and nightmare-filled nights, hinting that midnight stomach turmoil from dairy can invade dreams. Researchers suggest ...
June 30, 2025 — Scientists have uncovered a surprising sugar-related mechanism inside brain cells that could transform how we fight Alzheimer’s and other ...
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June 26, 2025 — Swap steaks for spinach and you might watch the scale plummet. In a 16-week crossover study, overweight adults who ditched animal products for a low-fat vegan menu saw their bodies become less acidic ...
June 28, 2025 — Teens are being misled by cannabis edibles dressed up like health foods. Bright colors, fruit imagery, and words like vegan make these products look fun, natural, and safe even when they re not. A ...
June 20, 2025 — A common diabetes drug may be the next big thing for migraine relief. In a clinical study, obese patients with chronic migraines who took liraglutide, a GLP-1 receptor agonist, experienced over 50% ...
June 20, 2025 — Fitness trackers often fail people with obesity by underestimating their energy burn, leading to discouraging results and misguided health data. A scientist's frustrating experience in an ...
June 19, 2025 — Intermittent fasting might not be a miracle solution, but it stands shoulder to shoulder with traditional calorie-cutting when it comes to shedding pounds and improving metabolic health. A major new ...
June 17, 2025 — Coffee might be doing more than fueling your morning routine it could be extending your life. A large-scale study by Tufts University suggests that drinking one to three cups of caffeinated coffee ...
June 12, 2025 — A team of scientists has discovered a direct link between the smell of food and feelings of fullness at least in lean mice. This brain circuit, located in the medial septum and triggered by food ...
June 11, 2025 — A team of scientists has identified specialized neurons in the brain that store "meal memories" detailed recollections of when and what we eat. These engrams, found in the ventral ...
June 14, 2025 — Rutgers scientists have uncovered a tug-of-war inside the brain between hunger and satiety, revealing two newly mapped neural circuits that battle over when to eat and when to stop. These findings ...
June 12, 2025 — Tufts University scientists are aiming to revolutionize the future of weight loss drugs by engineering a new compound that targets four gut hormones instead of the usual one to three. These next-gen ...
June 10, 2025 — Creatine is gaining recognition far beyond its roots in athletic performance. Once seen as a gym-only supplement, it's now understood to play a vital role in cellular energy, cognitive function, ...
June 8, 2025 — Genetic research in Sweden has unveiled three new gene variants that dramatically increase the risk of venous blood clots, sometimes by up to 180%. These discoveries build on existing knowledge of ...
June 11, 2025 — A popular fat found in olive oil may not be as innocent as it seems. Scientists discovered that oleic acid, a major component of many high-fat foods, uniquely spurs the growth of new fat cells by ...
June 7, 2025 — New research reveals a surprising downside to calorie-cutting diets: a link to higher levels of depressive symptoms, especially in men and those who are overweight. Despite popular beliefs that ...
June 3, 2025 — Eating a colorful variety of flavonoid-rich foods like tea, berries, dark chocolate, and apples may significantly lower your risk of chronic diseases and even help you live longer. A major study ...
June 21, 2025 — A new study is turning heads by challenging the popular belief that seed oils are harmful to health. Researchers analyzed blood markers from nearly 1,900 people and found that higher levels of ...
May 30, 2025 — In a comparative pilot study, the Mediterranean diet and the low FODMAP diet both provided relief for patients with ...
May 28, 2025 — New research conducted by an international consortium shows that IBD and related conditions are now spreading through developing regions in Africa, Asia, and Latin ...
May 28, 2025 — Obesity is a global health problem that affects many people. In recent years, very promising anti-obesity drugs have been developed. Despite these successes, there are patients who do not respond to ...
May 28, 2025 — An analysis of data from a national health survey conducted before the pandemic found that pizza, soup and chicken are some of the main sources of sodium (salt) intake for people in all racial and ...
Thursday, June 26, 2025
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Friday, June 20, 2025
- Diabetes Drug Cuts Migraines in Half by Targeting Brain Pressure
- Fitness Trackers Are Failing Millions — This Fix Could Change Everything
Thursday, June 19, 2025
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Wednesday, May 28, 2025
- IBD on the Rise: International Research Highlights Spread in Africa, Asia, and Latin America
- Newly Identified Group of Nerve Cells in the Brain Regulates Bodyweight
- Understanding Cultural Differences in Salt Usage May Help Lower Consumption
- A High-Fat Diet Sets Off Metabolic Dysfunction in Cells, Leading to Weight Gain
- Intestinal Bacteria Influence Aging of Blood Vessels
Tuesday, May 27, 2025
- Location Matters: Belly Fat Compared to Overall Body Fat More Strongly Linked to Psoriasis Risk
- Different Versions of APOE Protein Have Varying Effect on Microglia in Alzheimer's Disease
- Weight Loss Linked to Nerve Cells in the Brain
Thursday, May 22, 2025
- Exercise and Eat Your Veggies: Privileged Prescriptions Like These Don't Always Reduce Risk of Heart Disease
- A Potential 'anti-Spice' That Could Dial Down the Heat of Fiery Food
- Looking to Cut Calories? Try Adding Chilies, Study Suggests
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
- Vitamin D Supplements Show Signs of Protection Against Biological Aging
- The Dietary Bug in a Cancer Therapy
- Unlocking the Secrets of Bat Immunity
- This Gene Variant Contributed to the Dietary and Physiological Evolution of Modern Humans
- Newfound Mechanism Rewires Cellular Energy Processing for Drastic Weight Loss
- A New Technology for Extending the Shelf Life of Produce
Tuesday, May 20, 2025
- Thinking Peers Drink More Drives Risky Behavior
- Molecules in Blood and Urine Could Reveal How Much Ultra-Processed Food You Eat
- Eating Craved Foods With Meals Lessens Cravings, Boosts Weight Loss
Monday, May 19, 2025
- After Cardiac Event, People Who Regularly Sit for Too Long Had Higher Risk of Another Event
- Gut Bacteria and Acetate, a Great Combination for Weight Loss
- Sophisticated Data Analysis Uncovers How City Living Disrupts ADHD's Path to Obesity
- Fast Food, Fast Impact: How Fatty Meals Rapidly Weaken Our Gut Defenses
Friday, May 16, 2025
- Scientists Discover Key Gene Impacts Liver Energy Storage, Affecting Metabolic Disease Risk
- In Healthy Aging, Carb Quality Counts
- Study Reveals Impacts of Alzheimer's Disease on the Whole Body
Thursday, May 15, 2025
- Study Reveals a Deep Brain Region That Links the Senses
- School Dinners May Encourage Picky Teenagers to Eat Better, Says New Study
Wednesday, May 14, 2025
- Drinking Water, Select Foods Linked to PFAS in California Adults
- Exercise the Key to Maintaining Vitamin D Levels in Winter
- Got Data? Breastfeeding Device Measures Babies' Milk Intake in Real Time
- Postpartum Depression and Bonding: Long-Term Effects on School-Age Children
- A Downside of Taurine: It Drives Leukemia Growth
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
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Friday, May 9, 2025
- Colonic Inflammation Explains Missing Link Between Obesity and Beta-Cell Proliferation
- Can Frisky Flies Save Human Lives?
- Studies Point to Redlining as a 'perfect Storm' For Breast Cancer
Thursday, May 8, 2025
- New Study Traces Sharp Regional Shifts in Ischemic Heart Disease Burden -- A Global Warning Signal
- Eating Ultra-Processed Foods May Harm Your Health
- Vitamin Supplements Slow Down the Progression of Glaucoma
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
- Eating Ultra Processed Foods May Speed Up Early Signs of Parkinson's Disease
- Obesity a Leading Cause of Knee Osteoarthritis
- Junk Food for Thought: Landmark Study Directly Links Ultra-Processed Foods to Poor Health
- Cannabis Study: Legalization Reduces Problematic Consumption, Particularly Among Certain Individuals
- Scientists Map Tongue's Sweet Sensor, May Lead to New Ways to Curb Sugar Cravings
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
- A Healthy Diet in Childhood Is Linked to Starting Menstrual Periods Later, Regardless of BMI or Height
- Food as Medicine: How Diet Shapes Gut Microbiome Health
- Social Drinking Also a Well-Worn Path to Alcohol Use Disorder
Monday, May 5, 2025
- Certain Traits in Romantic Partners Can Amplify the Impact of a Person's Genetic Risk for Alcohol Problems
- Black Tea and Berries Could Contribute to Healthier Aging
Friday, May 2, 2025
Thursday, May 1, 2025
- Molecular Double Agent: Protein 'Eato' Plays Surprising Role in Protecting the Brain
- Neuroestrogen: The Brain's Secret Weapon Against Hunger
- Designer Microbe Shows Promise for Reducing Mercury Absorption from Seafood
Wednesday, April 30, 2025
- Once Bitten, Animals Develop Resistance That Shrinks Tick Population
- Global Shortage of Essential Nutrient Poses Health Concern
- Protein Sources Change the Gut Microbiome -- Some Drastically
- Mindfulness Therapy Reduces Opioid Craving and Addiction, Study Finds
- Broader Antibiotic Use Could Change the Course of Cholera Outbreaks, Research Suggests
Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Monday, April 28, 2025
- Global Study Links Consumption of Ultraprocessed Foods to Preventable Premature Deaths
- United States Sees Disproportionate Increase in Body Mass Index Rates of More Than 60
Friday, April 25, 2025
- Why Our Waistlines Expand in Middle Age: Stem Cells
- Nudges Improve Food Choices and Cut Calories When Shopping for Groceries Online
Thursday, April 24, 2025
- Can Technology Revolutionize Health Science? The Promise of Exposomics
- Cinnamon Could Affect Drug Metabolism in the Body
- Plant-Based Calamari That Rivals Real Seafood in Texture
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
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Monday, April 21, 2025
- Omnivorous? Vegan? Makes No Difference to Muscle Building After Weight Training, Study Finds
- Hospitalized Patients Who Receive Alcohol Use Disorder Treatment Can Substantially Reduce Heavy Drinking
- High-Fat, High-Sugar Diets Impact Cognitive Function
Saturday, April 19, 2025
Tuesday, April 15, 2025
- Meat or Veg? Plant-Based Protein Is Linked to a Longer Life, Research Shows
- Taste Research Suggests Pearl Millet Could Be a Healthy, Sustainable, Gluten-Free Wheat Alternative in the US
Monday, April 14, 2025
- The Gut Health Benefits of Sauerkraut
- Stress, Depression Factor Into Link Between Insomnia, Heavy Drinking