Science Explains Why It’s So Typical for First-Year Students to Pack on Pounds
As the daughter of immigrants, I had no idea what the Freshman 15 was. That ignorance disappeared quickly…
Gluten-free guide lifts diet quality for children but lasting change needs support
A Canadian study reveals that while a new Gluten-Free Food Guide can help children with celiac disease eat…
Does intermittent fasting dull your mental edge? We crunched the data for the best advice
Ever worried that skipping breakfast might leave you foggy at work? Or that intermittent fasting would make you…
Study finds high intake of ultra-processed foods tied to reduced DNA methylation
Researchers have found that women who consume more ultra-processed foods exhibit widespread differences in DNA methylation, suggesting early…
Indoor hydroponic gardening boosts wellbeing for cancer patients
Indoor hydroponic gardening – a method of growing plants using nutrient-rich water instead of soil – could help…
What does the science say about the modern obsession with protein?
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Research shows citrus and grape compounds may protect against type 2 diabetes
Nov 2 2025 A new Italian study reveals that a daily blend of citrus and grape extracts with…
Why Gluten-Free Diets Are Unnecessary for Gluten-Sensitive People
GLUTEN DESERVES AN apology. In the past decade, the protein complex has gained a notorious reputation in the…
Prominent Carnivore Doctor No Longer Exclusively Eats Beef, Says Broccoli And Asparagus Are ‘OK’
Dr Robert Kiltz, a medical doctor and prominent carnivore diet proponent, has said that he no longer exclusively…
Massive cross-ancestry study explains why obesity risks differ around the world
By analyzing genetic data from more than 800,000 individuals across six ancestries, researchers have identified previously unknown obesity…
Common viruses sharply raise heart attack and stroke risk, major global review shows
From flu and COVID-19 to HIV and shingles, a sweeping analysis reveals that viral infections can trigger or…
Two microbial metabolites compete to control the cells’ protein building machinery
The microbiome-the trillions of bacteria, viruses, and fungi that live quietly in our body-plays a crucial role in…