Scientists Identify Diet That Reduces Liver Fat and Prediabetes Risk More Effectively Than Others
The diets were designed so that all participants would lose approximately 10% of their initial body weight...
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European Dietitian Recommends Eating Whole-Grain Bread Several Times a Day
According to the expert, people in Hungary often consume excessive amounts of energy from fats instead...
Biomolecules: Mulberries May Alter the Composition of the Gut Microbiota
The researchers were particularly interested in how biologically active compounds found in mulberries interact with gut bacteria...
Scientific Reports: A Daily Acetic Acid Drink May Help Relieve Constipation
Participants recorded their bowel movement frequency and other stool characteristics every day...
Coffee Consumption May Be Linked to Better Breast Cancer Outcomes, Study Finds
Women with the highest polyphenol intake were less likely to die from breast cancer and also had a lower risk of recurrence. Coffee was the main source of polyphenols in the participants’ diets...
Legumes, Nuts and Whole Grains Against Diabetes: What a New Scientific Review Found
The researchers found substantial differences between various types of plant-based diets...
Nearly One Million People and 27 Years of Follow-Up: Scientists Examine How Meat Consumption Is Linked to Longevity
Participants were divided into several groups based on their consumption of red and processed meat: high, moderate, and low consumption...
British Journal of Nutrition: Just a Handful of Nuts a Day May Reduce the Risk of Hypertension by 20%
The analysis found that people who consumed the highest amounts of nuts had approximately a 16% lower risk of developing hypertension than those who ate the least...
Have the Benefits of Intermittent Fasting Been Overhyped?
Intermittent fasting can involve restricting food to certain hours each day or fasting on particular days of the week...
Professor becomes his own test subject in longevity study, with biological age estimated 15 years younger
According to Ho, people differ not only from one another but also from themselves over time.․․
Neurology: Limiting Sugar Intake During the First 1,000 Days of Life Linked to Lower Risk of Dementia
The association was even stronger among people who lived under restricted sugar consumption until the age of two...
Western-Style Diet and Genetics: Scientists Find Link to Declining Attention in Older Adults
The scientists identified two main dietary patterns: a Western-style diet, which included more foods typical of a modern high-calorie diet, and a healthier dietary pattern...
Scientists Find a Way to Lose Weight Without Counting Calories: Food Composition Is Key
The clinical trial involved adults who were overweight...
Watermelon Rind Receives First-Ever Official Nutrition Profile, Revealing Its Health Benefits
Previous studies have already linked watermelon consumption to higher overall diet quality...
Frontiers in Nutrition: Weight-loss drugs may change the desire to eat rather than the taste of food
Many people taking GLP-1RA medications report that their favorite foods become less appealing, eating is less enjoyable, and cravings for high-calorie foods decrease...
Study links vegetable-rich diets to longer life and lower cardiovascular risk
Rather than studying foods separately, the researchers treated each food group as part of a network, identifying groups of foods that are commonly consumed together and examining how these dietary patterns relate to health outcomes...
ASN: Low-carbohydrate diet may sharply increase cholesterol in people with certain genetic profiles
The researchers analyzed data from more than 600 participants enrolled in a one-year clinical trial comparing a healthy low-carbohydrate diet with a healthy low-fat diet...
Cell Press Blue: Lower protein intake may help slow aging, review suggests
The authors concluded that moderate reductions in protein intake may help slow the aging process by improving metabolism, altering cellular nutrient-sensing pathways, reducing cellular damage, and supporting normal cell function...
BJN: Plant diversity in the diet may be more beneficial for gut health than probiotics
One group consumed 30 grams of the plant blend daily, another received a calorie-matched control product, and the third took a daily probiotic capsule...
Journal of the American Nutrition Association: Study identifies four foods people most often misjudge as healthy
The researchers compared consumers' views with expert assessments of 20 commonly consumed carbohydrate-rich foods...
Nutrients: Grapes and Blueberries May Support Blood Vessel Health and Help Lower Heart Disease Risk
The authors examined data from 37 scientific studies investigating the effects of grapes, blueberries, and their polyphenols—natural antioxidant compounds—on risk factors for cardiovascular disease...
Calendula May Become a Natural Food Additive, Scientists Say
Researchers analyzed 76 scientific publications and found that calendula flowers are rich in flavonoids, carotenoids, essential oils, and other compounds with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties...
Not Meat, but Motivation: Study Explains the Link Between Vegetarianism and Eating Disorders
The authors emphasize that the reasons behind a person's dietary choices are far more important than the diet itself...
Honey Shows Promise in Slowing Skin Aging
Skin cells treated with a diluted honey solution before UV exposure retained more of their youthful characteristics and regenerative capacity than untreated cells...
Study: Chicken Eggs May Help Protect the Aging Brain
U.S. dietary guidelines once recommended limiting cholesterol intake to 300 milligrams per day...
Does It Matter Whether You Eat Unhealthy Foods for Breakfast or Later in the Day?
For breakfast, nutritionists recommend combining high-quality protein with whole grains, fruit or vegetables, and healthy fats.․․
Moderate Coffee and Tea Consumption Continues to Be Linked to Health Benefits, Research Suggests
On average, adults consume about 200 milligrams of caffeine per day...
Study: Intermittent Fasting Helps Maintain Weight Loss for at Least One Year
The researchers evaluated the popular 16:8 intermittent fasting approach, in which people fast for 16 hours and eat during an eight-hour period...
Study: How Ultra-Processed Food Companies Convince Consumers Their Products Are "Healthier"
Ultra-processed foods are industrially manufactured products made largely from refined ingredients—such as starches, sugars...
Which Hot Drinks May Help You Live Longer?
Green tea has also been linked to a reduced risk of cardiovascular disease and certain types of cancer...
Study suggests common spices may support gut and brain health
According to the authors, polyphenols found in spices are only minimally absorbed in the upper digestive tract...
American Heart Association: Up to five cups of coffee a day appears safe for most adults, but energy drinks may pose heart risks
Experts also note that adding sugar, flavored syrups, cream or milk may reduce coffee's potential health benefits, although more research is needed to confirm the impact of these ingredients...
Late Eating Habits Linked to Higher Body Fat and Poorer Metabolic Health in Women
The study analyzed data from 287 healthy European and Pacific New Zealand women aged 18–45 who participated in the PROMISE study...
One Avocado a Day May Lower a Key Heart Disease Risk Factor in People With Obesity
LDL particles transport cholesterol throughout the body...
Study Links High Chili Pepper Consumption to Increased Risk of Esophageal Cancer
The authors stress that all studies included in the analysis were observational, meaning they can only identify associations rather than prove that chili peppers directly cause cancer...
Researchers launch global initiative to preserve and study disappearing heritage diets
For thousands of years, communities around the world have developed unique eating patterns based on locally available foods and traditional preparation methods...
Study: Coffee May Reduce the Risk of Liver Disease and Liver-Related Death
Liver diseases are responsible for approximately two million deaths worldwide each year—about 4% of all global deaths—with nearly two-thirds of these fatalities occurring in men, according to a 2023 study...
Study Identifies Vegetables That May Help Reduce the Risk of Heart Disease
The findings suggest that different vegetable groups may provide distinct health benefits for men and women...
Medicine: Gut-Healthy Diet May Lower Risk of Death in People with Heart Disease
In contrast, foods such as refined grains, red and processed meats, and excessive amounts of high-fat foods were associated with a less favorable dietary pattern for maintaining a healthy microbiome...
Not Just a Delicacy: Scientists Discover an Unexpected Gut-Protective Ability in Oysters
Previous studies have also shown that oyster-derived compounds can reduce inflammation in mouse white blood cells.․․
Nutrition & Diabetes: Yogurt, Probiotics, and Prebiotics Linked to a Lower Risk of Colorectal Cancer
According to the researchers' analysis, individuals who consumed yogurt, probiotics, or prebiotics had approximately a 50% lower likelihood of having colorectal cancer than those who did not.․․
Blood 'Remembers' Fast Food: Scientists Identify a Concerning Biological Signature
This approach examines small molecules produced during metabolism, providing insight into how diet influences the body's biochemical processes...
JCP: 750-Calorie Fasting-Mimicking Diet Reduces Inflammation in Patients with Periodontitis
FMD, or fasting-mimicking diet, is designed to reproduce many of the biological effects of fasting while allowing limited food intake.․․
JAMA Network Open: Everyday Diet May Reduce Dementia Risk by Nearly One-Third
At the start of the study, all participants were over the age of 60 and showed no signs of dementia...
'Food Noise': Why the Brain Keeps Returning to Thoughts About Food
Researchers emphasize, however, that not all thoughts about food are problematic...
Why Some Children Refuse to Eat: First Clinical Trial Identifies Effective Treatments for ARFID
In the study, families were randomly assigned to one of two treatment approaches, each consisting of 14 online therapy sessions delivered over four months...
Nutrition Bulletin: Nearly All French People Consume Foods Containing Live Microorganisms Every Day
Researchers categorized foods according to their estimated content of live microorganisms into low, medium, and high groups based on their composition and processing methods...
New Clinical Guidelines Introduce Updated Standards for Obesity Screening and Diagnosis in Adults
The new standards emphasize that obesity is a complex, chronic disease rather than simply a matter of excess body weight...
Scientists Discover Why Red Meat May Worsen Intestinal Inflammation
In the new study, researchers compared the effects of several protein sources—including beef, eggs, dairy products, soy, and peas—on intestinal inflammation in multiple mouse models of IBD.․․
How Pomegranates May Help the Gut Repair Itself After Injury
The team discovered that urolithin A activates a specialized protein known as the aryl hydrocarbon receptor (AHR), which functions as a sensor for signals originating from the environment, diet, and the gut microbiome...
Why Appetite Decreases in Hot Weather: What Happens Inside the Body
The body's primary objective is to maintain an internal temperature of around 37°C (98.6°F)...
Healthy diet may still fall short if you're missing this key heart-friendly nutrient
The findings indicate that the nutritional value of fruits and vegetables varies considerably, making food selection an important factor...
Scientists Identify a Gene Linked to a Preference for Onions and a Lower Risk of Several Diseases
The scientists set out to investigate whether genes involved in taste and smell perception could influence not only food preferences but also human health...
Translational Psychiatry: Intermittent Fasting Helps the Brain Resist Stress
Previous studies have shown that chronic stress can damage myelin, the fatty sheath that surrounds nerve fibers and enables rapid and efficient communication between brain cells...
Why even tiny amounts of vitamin B12 become more important with age
Risk increases with age because stomach acid levels often decline, making it harder to release B12 from food...
High-fat ketogenic diet may help protect the aging brain, research suggests
Under normal conditions, brain cells rely on glucose as their main fuel source...
Pomegranate Compound May Help Protect Against Heart Disease, Researchers Find
Although cholesterol-lowering drugs have significantly improved cardiovascular care, heart disease remains a leading cause of death worldwide...
American Journal of Gastroenterology: Ultra-Processed Grain Products May Increase the Risk of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
The authors emphasize that the observed associations do not prove a cause-and-effect relationship...
One Glass a Day: Study Identifies a Beverage That May Increase Liver Cancer Risk
Cases of liver cancer were identified through national cancer registries and medical examinations...
Scientists Identify the “Sweet Spot” of Carbohydrate Intake for Heart Health
The findings showed that all forms of low-carbohydrate diets could promote weight loss and improve certain markers of metabolic health, including blood pressure and triglyceride levels...
The Lancet: Chile Reduced Childhood Obesity Risk Through Comprehensive Food Policy
By targeting consumers, schools, and the advertising environment simultaneously, the policy represents a rare example of a comprehensive national nutrition strategy...
Tea May Promote Better Health and Longer Life—But How You Drink It Makes a Difference
According to the findings, green tea appears especially beneficial for cardiovascular health, helping lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol profiles.․․
Early Egg Introduction Linked to Lower Risk of Childhood Egg Allergies, Study Finds
To assess the impact of these changes, investigators analyzed data from more than 7,200 one-year-old children in Melbourne...
Late-Night Eating While Stressed May Disrupt Gut Health, Study Suggests
Lead author Dr. Harika Dadigiri said the study was inspired by her own habit of eating late at night and the limited research available on how meal timing affects digestive health...
Why Do Some People Add Extra Salt to Their Food More Often Than Others? Findings from a Large Study
Among women, the picture was more complex. Not following a hypertension diet increased the likelihood of adding salt by 68%, while living in an urban area doubled the odds...
WHO: Unsafe Food Claims 1.5 Million Lives Each Year, with Young Children Most at Risk
Although the overall number of foodborne illnesses has declined since the early 2000s, the global burden remains highly uneven...
Why We Lose Strength With Age: Scientists Identify a Key Dietary Factor
The study focused on protein-rich foods such as eggs, legumes, fish, chicken, and dairy products...
Daily fruit juice may help reduce depression symptoms, study suggests
However, simply eating more fruits and vegetables without adding juice or smoothies did not show the same mental health benefits in this study...
The truth about tahini: experts explain why this Middle Eastern staple deserves a bigger place in your diet
Sesame seeds naturally contain B vitamins and important minerals that support many body functions...
Scientists say guava juice may boost the effectiveness of iron supplements
The review included studies involving pregnant women and adolescent girls, most of them conducted in Indonesia...
Widely criticized keto diet study has been retracted
However, this conclusion sharply contradicted earlier research and sparked widespread controversy in the nutrition science community...
European Heart Journal: Food Additives May Increase the Risk of Heart Disease
Researchers identified several commonly used additives that showed associations with elevated blood pressure and/or cardiovascular risks...
AJHE: Drinking Clean Water in Childhood Extends Life Expectancy by Months
The researchers conclude that access to purified water in childhood is associated with a small but statistically significant increase in life expectancy in adulthood, estimated at several additional months...
Daily Grape Consumption May Strengthen Skin’s Natural Defense Against Sun Damage
Although each volunteer demonstrated a unique genetic response, the researchers observed consistent biological effects across all participants...
Scientists Discover Benefits of Matcha for the Brain and Gut
According to the researchers, catechins and polyphenols found in matcha may have positive effects on blood sugar levels, fat metabolism, body weight, and gut microbiota...
Tea identified that may reduce inflammation in the lymphatic system
In the study, scientists examined the effect of Liubao tea extract on lymphatic endothelial cells, which line lymphatic vessels...
Jennifer Aniston Starts Her Day With Collagen Coffee — But Is It Healthy?
Jennifer Aniston’s use of collagen powder may help support skin health, bone strength...
Aging Cell: A Four-Week Dietary Adjustment Affects Markers of Biological Aging in Older Adults
The study, conducted by scientists at University of Sydney, involved older adults who followed different dietary patterns for four weeks, with varying proportions of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates...
Study: Children’s Diet May Affect Their Mental Health
The research, conducted by scientists at University of Agder and published in the journal Nutrients, points to a strong connection between nutrition and the mental health of young children...
Study: Eating Chips May Lead to Dangerous Consequences
Lead author Barbara Cardoso noted that ultra-processing destroys the natural structure of food and introduces potentially harmful substances, kp.ru reports...
Journal of Nutrition: Regular Egg Consumption Linked to Lower Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
The study was based on data from large long-term observational studies involving older adults.․․
Turmeric Against Diabetes Complications: What a New Study Found
Scientists note that curcumin acts on several biological processes simultaneously...
A Source of Plant Protein with Beneficial Properties Found in Ornamental Flowers
The authors emphasize that a significant portion of the marigold harvest—up to 40%—is currently unused and disposed of as waste...
What makes people drink less — an unexpected factor identified
The results showed that the updated warnings were perceived as significantly more impactful and effective than the existing general message...
Healthy diet and lung cancer risk: a surprising link explained
The study included 187 patients, most of whom were women and nonsmokers...
Nature: Meal timing may directly affect the efficiency of the immune system
Scientists were particularly surprised that the effect persisted for a long time...
F&F: Theabrownin in Pu-erh Tea Restores Intestinal Barrier Functions
The researchers attribute this effect to the restoration of the intestinal barrier function...
The Guardian: Excessive Dietary Fat Accelerates Immune System Aging
An excess of refined carbohydrates and foods cooked at high temperatures also has a negative impact...
Oranges vs. Liver Disease: Effect Turned Out Weaker Than Scientists Expected
In simple terms, some indicators looked slightly better, but the effect was weak and not statistically proven...
ES: Ketogenic Diet May Improve Pancreatic Function in Patients With Type 2 Diabetes
The main outcome measure was the proinsulin-to-C-peptide ratio—a biomarker reflecting beta-cell stress. The higher this ratio, the greater the strain on the pancreas...
Scientists Discover How Coffee Affects the Gut and Mood
The study involved 62 participants—31 regular coffee drinkers and 31 non-drinkers...
Smoothies, Juice, or Whole Fruits: What’s the Healthiest Way to Eat Fruit?
owever, the benefits of juices and smoothies largely depend on which fruits are used...
Smoothies vs. Juices: An Unexpected Difference in Health Benefits Revealed
The results were quite revealing.․․
Why Do People Love Sweets So Much?
The study involved 99 healthy adults with an average age of about 24.․․
Scientists Explain How Often Processed Meat Can Be Consumed Without Serious Risk
However, researchers emphasize that the picture is not entirely straightforward․․․
“Natural” and “Healthy” Labels May Mislead Rather Than Guide Consumers
Consumer confusion increases when it comes to food processing...
Study suggests why an apple a day may have different effects across individuals
These findings suggest that individual gut microbiome structure may act as a modifier of dietary response, supporting the development of more personalized nutrition strategies...
Coffee’s “Sweet Spot” May Support Long-Term Mental Health
Interestingly, the protective effect appeared to be stronger in men than in women...
6 Foods That Can Help Lower Blood Pressure
6 Foods That Can Help Lower Blood Pressure—Beyond Pomegranate Juice..
Is Chocolate Healthy? What Science Says
The risks and benefits can differ significantly depending on the type and processing...
Study: Does Eating Meat Reduce the Risk of Dementia?
Across all genetic groups, individuals who consumed large amounts of processed meat showed a higher likelihood of developing dementia...
Natural Unsweetened Yogurt Can Be Safely Introduced Into an Infant’s Diet From Six Months
Specialists recommend starting with small portions of plain pasteurized yogurt without added sugar or sweeteners...
Strict Diets Questioned: Scientists Warn About the Risks of “Healthy” Eating
Researchers suggest intuitive eating as an alternative—paying attention to the body’s own signals, such as hunger...
Moderate Wine Consumption May Slow Biological Aging in Men
The researchers also stress that the study is observational and does not prove causation...
AHA: Salt substitutes help lower blood pressure and improve heart health
Fewer than 6% of adults use salt substitutes, even though it is an inexpensive and effective way to control blood pressure․․․
Desert Drink: How Camel Milk May Support the Body
It contains proteins, vitamins, minerals, and unique bioactive compounds that distinguish it from cow’s milk...
The Hidden Benefits of Hummus: How This Tasty Dish Can Lower Cholesterol and Aid Weight Loss
The fats in hummus are mostly mono- and polyunsaturated, which are associated with better heart health and support cognitive function....
F&F: Walnut waste may protect cells from inflammation
The researchers analyzed the chemical composition of different parts of the nut—the kernel, shell, and green outer husk...
HuffPost: Swiss cheese and sheep’s milk cheese are considered the healthiest
White also added that aged cheeses are often better tolerated by people with lactose intolerance...
Blueberry Extract May Ease Gestational Diabetes via Gut Microbiota
In an animal experiment, scientists induced a model of gestational diabetes using a high-fat diet...
NatCom: Keto diet combined with exercise improves metabolism
“After one week on a ketogenic diet, the animals’ blood sugar levels were as if they didn’t have diabetes at all,” said physiologist Sarah Lessard of Virginia Tech Carilion....
Natural remedy found to reduce the risk of diabetes
In the new study, researchers analyzed in detail the composition of different parts of the fruit—peel, pulp, and seeds—in both fresh and dried forms...
The British Journal of Nutrition: Excessive Consumption of Ultra-Processed Foods May Harm Bone Health
Researchers analyzing dietary and physical health data from a large population found that individuals who ate more ultra-processed foods․․․
Compounds in Dark Sweet Cherries May Slow Aggressive Breast Cancer
This type of cancer is characterized by the absence of three key molecular markers in tumor cells...
How Coffee Affects Sleep: A Large Study Challenges a Popular Myth
Scientists analyzed data from a large Swedish population sample and compared the amount of coffee consumed with various sleep indicators...
Nature: The balance of fats in the diet directly affects immune cell strength
T cells play a central role in the body’s immune defense․․․
Frontiers in Nutrition: Regularly skipping breakfast associated with metabolic syndrome
Frequent omission of the morning meal was also linked to specific components of the syndrome․․․
Microwave-Ready Meals May Pose Serious Health Risks
“In reality, we are being exposed to a cocktail of microplastics and dangerous chemicals that have no place in or near our food.”..
Vegetarian Diet Linked to Increased Risk of Esophageal Cancer
However, the vegetarian diet was associated with nearly a twofold increase in the risk of esophageal cancer...
Nutrients: Berries May Improve Memory in Mild Cognitive Impairment
However, the scientists emphasize that it is too early to claim that berries can prevent dementia...
Frontiers: Certain Types of Spices May Help Ease Depression
The specialists conducted a meta-analysis of experimental and clinical studies on the effects of spices on the brain...
Science Advances: Healthy Diet May Add 1 to 4 Years to Life
The authors emphasize that the positive effect was observed regardless of genetic predisposition to longevity...
Frontiers: Ginger and Black Pepper May Help Alleviate Depression
Unlike traditional antidepressants, these spices are consumed in relatively small amounts as part of a daily diet.․․
Study: Coffee and Tea May Reduce the Risk of Dementia
Coffee and tea contain bioactive compounds...
Front Nutr: Following a Mediterranean diet slows decline in kidney function
Overall, following a Mediterranean diet was associated with a modest improvement in estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR), a key marker of kidney function.․․
The Mirror: Grapes Protect the Body From the World’s Leading Cause of Death
The fruit in question is grapes—a food rich in biologically active compounds that improve gut microbiota health and lower cholesterol levels...
Nature Communications: A Short Oatmeal-Based Diet Improves Cholesterol Levels and Metabolism
During the trial, participants consumed almost exclusively oatmeal for two days: they were given 300 grams of oatmeal cooked in water three times a day...
Food That Matters: What Increases and Decreases the Risk of Stomach Cancer
Instead, it is advisable to include more fresh fruits and vegetables rich in antioxidants, which help protect the body’s cells from damage that can contribute to the development of malignant tumors...
Study: Meat May Play an Unexpected Role in Human Longevity
Older adults may face specific nutritional challenges...
Experts Seek to Recognize Dietary Fiber as an “Essential” Nutrient for the First Time in 50 Years
A key role in these benefits is played by the gut microbiota: most beneficial bacteria feed on dietary fiber, and their metabolites help strengthen immunity and protect the intestinal lining.․․
Diet revolution: Researchers discover way to eat more but not gain weight
In a revised analysis of data from a large clinical trial, scientists found that...
Popular spice may support memory
Higher doses of the extract reduced anxious behavior and improved the ability to recognize new objects, reflecting enhanced memory function...
Annals of Neurology: The Ketogenic Diet Can Provide Protection Against Epileptic Seizures
Hyperexcitable neurons are often the trigger for epileptic seizures, and this mechanism helps explain why the ketogenic diet can be effective where medications fall short...
Not Berries and Not Seeds: Scientists Discover a New Superfood
Bamboo is one of the fastest-growing plants on the planet, and its shoots have long been part of the diet in many Asian cultures...
Not All Foods Are Neutral: Which Products Are Linked to Autism Risk
In contrast, a tendency toward more frequent banana consumption was linked to a lower risk of autism...
Scientists Warn of a Hidden Deadly Threat in Everyday Products
All of these additives are used in everyday products, such as processed meats, sauces, and even toothpaste, Daily Mail notes.․․
Nutritional Neuroscience: Fruits and Vegetables Protect the Brain from the Harmful Effects of a High-Fat Diet
To explore the mechanism behind the effect, the researchers measured levels of malondialdehyde in the liver, a marker of oxidative stress.․․
Food as Protection: Scientists Discover Why a High-Protein Diet Prevents Cholera from Infecting the Gut
The researchers found that a high-protein diet sharply reduces the ability of Vibrio cholerae to colonize the intestine...
AJE: Diet May Influence the Risk of Tinnitus in Women
According to the researchers’ estimates, women with the highest fruit intake had about a 19% lower risk compared with those who consumed fruit less frequently.․․
No calories, no exercise: Unexpected factor that enhances effect of weight loss identified
A new study has revealed that people who use meal plans lose more weight...
Product that slows down body aging announced
The scientists suggest that theobromine, like other alkaloids, may affect the regulation of gene activity...
F&F: A Common Spice Eases Symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease
The study was designed as a triple-blind, placebo-controlled trial and involved 92 patients with Parkinson’s disease...
AP: Granola, Yogurts, and Smoothies Hide Large Amounts of Sugar
Since 2021, manufacturers have been required to list added sugar separately from total sugar...
Acceptable Portion Size of Red Caviar Named
Fish roe is certainly not only a tasty but also a healthy food product. It contains valuable nutrients....
PhyBeh: Snacking in Front of the TV Poses the Greatest Risk for Weight Gain
The authors examined how different digital distractions affect the amount of food consumed...
Neurology: Full-Fat Cheese and Cream Linked to a Lower Risk of Dementia
Previous studies investigating dairy consumption and dementia risk have produced mixed results...
Betsubara: Why We Can Eat Dessert Even After Overeating
Sugar and carbohydrates leave the stomach quickly and require minimal digestion, which also contributes to the feeling that dessert is “easy” to eat...
Food & Function: Tea and Coffee Improve Lung Function
Dietary intake was assessed using both questionnaires and repeated 24-hour dietary recalls, allowing researchers to better estimate actual consumption levels...
Scientists Propose Microalgae for Infant Formula
He added that this may lead not only to digestive problems, such as constipation in some children, but also to disturbances in calcium metabolism—an element vital for skeletal development...
Study: Vegan Diets May Be Beneficial for Children, but There’s a Catch
Vegetarian children generally consumed more fiber, iron, folate, vitamin C, and magnesium than omnivores, but had lower intakes of energy, protein, fat, vitamin B12, vitamin D, and zinc...
Nature: Ultra-Processed Foods Drive Evolution of Gut Bacteria
Horizontal gene transfer is well known for rapidly spreading antibiotic resistance, but its role in the evolution of gut microbes had been poorly understood...
JFCA: Gluten-Free Beer May Cause Digestive Discomfort
ATI proteins play a protective role in plants but can activate the innate immune system in the human body...
IJE: Excess “Fast” Carbohydrates Increase Dementia Risk by 14%
The study included over 200,000 adult residents of the UK, who were followed for an average of 13 years...
Journal of Physiology: Cocoa Protects Blood Vessels from the Effects of Prolonged Sitting
At the same time, flavanols were equally effective in participants with both high and low fitness levels...
Nutrients: Greek yogurt may trigger bone tissue renewal
Among non-exercising participants, there was a sharp decrease in interleukin-6, a key marker of chronic inflammation...
Nutrients: Blueberry extract reduces liver damage from fried foods
Tissue analysis also showed a decrease in markers of inflammation and fibrosis...
Aging: Theobromine in chocolate may extend lifespan
Theobromine belongs to the same family of compounds as caffeine and theophylline...
CRFSN: 140 Grams of Avocado per Day Reduce LDL Cholesterol
LDL (low-density lipoproteins) represent particles that transport cholesterol from the liver to the body’s cells...
Kiwi vs. Wrinkles: How the Fruit Increases Vitamin C in the Skin and Strengthens Its Structure
The researchers compared vitamin C concentrations in the blood with its content in the layers of the skin․․․
Study: Regular Consumption of Orange Juice Has a Beneficial Effect on Immune Cells
While these changes may appear small, they can have a meaningful cumulative impact on heart health over many years...
Ultra-Processed Food: The Quiet Driver of a Global Wave of Disease
The scientists’ main message is simple: we are not destined to eat what the industry dictates...
Aging Cell: Calorie restriction slows aging of brain cells
Long-term reduction of calorie intake by about one third may slow the aging of cells that maintain white matter in the brain, according to a study...
JI: Iron deficiency in the diet increases the risk of respiratory viral infections
In the experiment, mice were switched to a low-iron diet and then infected with the influenza virus.․․
Nutrients: Nut Snacks Reduce Cravings for Sweets
Participants in the “nut” group showed a significant reduction in episodes of strong cravings for sweets and fast food...
NN: Fatty Foods Disrupt the Gut–Brain Connection
About 95% of serotonin is synthesized in the gut, where it regulates food movement and blood flow.․․
Clinical Nutrition: Roasted Peanuts with Skins Improve Blood Flow in the Brain
As cerebral circulation improved, cognitive performance also increased: participants showed a 5.8% improvement in verbal-memory tests...
Aging Cell: Long-Term Calorie Reduction of About 30% May Slow Brain Aging
This is not about harsh fasting, but rather about a roughly 30% reduction in calorie intake — a level that can be safely maintained for years...
Study: Orange Juice Can Reduce Inflammation and Improve Vascular Function
The experiment involved 20 healthy individuals who were required to drink two glasses of freshly squeezed orange juice every day for two months...
Nutrients: Ketogenic Diet Reduces Depression Symptoms in Adults
As for anxiety, the results were less convincing: randomized trials did not show a significant reduction in anxiety symptoms, although some improvements were reported in less rigorous studies...
Scientists Identify a Food That Triggers the Development of a Dangerous Type of Cancer
It is noted that this recommended amount of calcium is contained in one glass of milk, three tablespoons of chia seeds, or a serving of Greek yogurt...
Obesity: Ultra-Processed Foods in the Diet Lead to Overeating
Overall, the type of diet did not affect the total number of calories consumed. However, statistically significant differences emerged when participants were divided by age...
Experts Call for Unprecedentedly Strict Measures to Curb Ultra-Processed Food Consumption
Therefore, they urge governments to act boldly, similar to how tobacco industry regulations were strengthened in the past...
Wiley Online Library: Black cumin reduces ‘bad’ cholesterol, prevents obesity
The scientists conducted both cell-level experiments and trials involving humans...
A Deadly Habit Before Cooking Has Been Identified
Despite what you may hear online or see in blogs, washing raw chicken is a myth that only spreads bacteria around the kitchen...
JHPN: The Mediterranean Diet Helps Regulate Bladder Function
The authors analyzed data from more than 23,000 U.S. adults under the age of 65․․․
BJN: To Protect Against Heart Disease, Coffee and Tea Should Be Consumed in a 3-to-2 Ratio
Over a 13-year period, scientists analyzed health and dietary data from 183,000 people.․․
Nutrition and Age: Why Diets Affect Men and Women Differently
Researchers used statistical models adjusted for body mass index and physical activity levels...
Neurobiology of Pain: Nerve Injuries Disrupt the Immune System
When blood from injured mice was transfused into healthy ones, both male and female recipients showed increased pain sensitivity...
The Sun: Alcohol Consumption Linked to Increased Risk of Hair Loss
Researchers from the University of Porto analyzed 17 previous studies involving more than 60,000 participants...
Nutrients: DNA Changes Found in Women Who Frequently Consume Ultra-Processed Foods
The study, published in the journal Nutrients, was conducted among women aged 20–40 with varying body mass indexes...
Alcohol: A Sudden Switch to Healthy Eating May Increase Cravings for Alcohol
The research was conducted on laboratory mice.․․
CRFS: The Astringent Taste of Cocoa and Berries Stimulates Brain Function
In experiments on mice, flavanols were administered orally at doses of 25 and 50 mg per kilogram of body weight...
The Conversation: Consumption of moldy nuts may increase risk of liver cancer
Aflatoxins found in moldy nuts…
Daily Mail: Protein Deficiency in the Diet May Be a Cause of Patchy Beard Growth
The doctor noted that there are specific medications that can accelerate beard growth, but they should only be used under the supervision of a specialist...
Vegetables That Reduce the Effects of Sugar on the Body Named
They found that onions, garlic, and artichokes can alter the bacteria living in the gut, preventing fructose from reaching the liver...
NN: Blackcurrant juice boosts blood flow to the brain
We observed a clear increase in blood flow in the left prefrontal cortex, which is responsible for attention and decision-making...
Daily Mirror: Cooled Croissants May Boost Gut Health
“Croissants prepared this way are digested more easily than regular bread,” the doctor noted...
Nutrients: Red Meat in a Balanced Diet Supports Brain Health
Participants were divided into four groups based on red meat consumption and overall diet quality...
Translational Psychiatry: Keto Diet Reduces Depression Symptoms by 70%
The results were remarkable: according to self-assessments and clinical scales, depression severity decreased by approximately 70%...
Nutrients: Yellow kiwi helps quickly boost vitamin C levels in the body
Kiwi proved to be faster and more effective than supplements: within just four days...
Cell: Keto diet may trigger cellular aging in men
The scientists noted that mouse metabolism shares many similarities with human metabolism...
Neurology: Sugar substitute identified that does not accelerate brain aging
Based on sweetener intake, participants were divided into three groups...
Scientists uncover alarming fact about fast food
We knew that poor diet harms the brain, but we did not expect this specific group of cells to be so vulnerable...
PLOS: Fatty foods impair brain function
The scientists showed that a high-fat diet disrupts autophagy...
Nutrients: Raspberry leaf tea prevents blood sugar spikes
The analysis showed that when sucrose was combined with raspberry leaf tea, the increase in blood sugar concentration was significantly slower...
JPeriodontology: Mediterranean diet reduces risk of gum inflammation
The authors emphasize that including plant-based foods and healthy fats in the diet not only strengthens gum health but also reduces overall inflammation in the body...
NutritHealth: soda and alcohol increase the risk of hair loss
The researchers note that consumption of soy products and cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli and cabbage, was associated with reduced hair loss...
El Español: Antioxidants in wine do not improve health
The doctor noted that the harm from wine is comparable to the effects of ultra-processed foods, added sugar, and trans fats...
Translational Psychiatry: Keto Diet Reduced Depression in Students by 70%
ognitive test performance also improved, and all but one participant lost weight....
Ultra-Processed Foods Harm Reproductive Health
While the link between such foods and conditions like obesity and type 2 diabetes...
Researchers reveal food that protects against cancer
The respective study analyzed data from almost 16,000 people aged 19 and older...
Dairy products are good for intestinal health, study suggests
Researchers examined samples of the colonic mucosa of 34 adults...
Nutrients: A Potassium-Rich Diet May Reduce the Risk of Depression
The analysis was based on large-scale national surveys: KNHANES (Korea) and NHANES (U.S.), which included more than 22,000 participants...
Geneticists Reveal an Unexpected Danger of Carrots for Men
The exact mechanism of how carotenoids affect erections remains unclear...
MNFR: Red Meat Triggers Intestinal Inflammation
The scientists recorded an excess of pro-inflammatory cytokines and massive infiltration of immune cells into the intestinal tissue...
How Fasting Affects Lean People and Patients with Obesity
Dr. Hashim Islam, Associate Professor in the School of Health and Exercise Sciences and the Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management at UBCO...
For Night Owls, a Late Dinner Is More Dangerous Than for Early Birds
The scientists conducted a five-day experiment in which participants were instructed to record the timing and amount of food consumed...
Terra: The last cup of coffee should be drunk six hours before bedtime
According to the expert, the half-life of caffeine in the body is four to six hours — this is how long it takes for the level of the substance in the blood to decrease by half...
Infobae: Pasta and fruit help maintain energy during mental work
"The daily diet should also include several servings of vegetables, two fruits, and lean protein," added the doctor...
Nutrients: Low-gluten diets disrupt gut health by depleting key bacteria
Decrease in α-diversification of microflora - especially after 16 weeks, indicating a decrease in diversity of beneficial bacteria...
The Ideal Breakfast Composition Revealed
If animal protein is included in the diet, García recommends choosing natural meat over ultra-processed products like sausages and bacon...
PNAS: Obesity Linked Not to Sedentary Lifestyle, but to Consumption of Ultra-Processed Foods
The main conclusion: energy expenditure is only weakly associated with obesity — accounting for about 10% of cases...
Coffee Found to Have a Mental Health Benefit
The results were striking: mice that received caffeine behaved as actively as the control group that was not exposed to stress...
Cashew Nuts May Trigger Severe Allergic Reactions in Children
The authors emphasize that the frequency of severe reactions to cashews in children is continuing to rise, and the nut has now become one of the most dangerous allergens in its category...
Scientists Identify Diet That Improves Brain Blood Flow
JCEM: Ketogenic Diet Increases Cerebral Blood Flow by 22%...
Frontiers in Psychology: Excessive consumption of dairy products may cause nightmares
About 40% of participants said they thought eating late or certain foods affected their sleep...
Psychiatry and Clinical Neurosciences: Japanese Dietary Pattern May Help Alleviate Depression Symptoms
Among the 12,499 participants, 30.9% showed symptoms of depression...
Food Science & Nutrition: Instant coffee may negatively affect eye health in older people, study shows
The negative effects of instant coffee are related to its production, according to researchers…
Researchers link white bread to higher risk of colorectal cancer
Simple changes in diet can play a key role in the prevention of oncological diseases, doctors say…
Sleep Health: People who eat 5 cups of fruits, vegetables a day sleep 16% better than those who don’t, new study finds
Studies have shown that lack of sleep can lead people to consume unhealthy diets high in fat and sugar…
npj Metabolic Health and Disease: Ultra-processed foods alter brain structure, causing overeating
The study found that the link between ultra-processed foods and overeating cannot be explained solely by the resulting inflammation or obesity...
Daily Mail: coffee reduces effectiveness of thyroid medication
According to the specialist, coffee drunk immediately before taking drugs like levothyroxine can reduce their absorption by the body up to 50%...
BMJ: Severe calorie restriction in diet may cause depression
The study was based on data from 28,000 adult volunteers who had previously participated in the US National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey...
ASN: MIND diet reduces the risk of dementia
The study was based on data from nearly 93,000 Americans between the ages of 45 and 75 collected since the 1990s. During that time...
ComBio: caffeine increases chaotic brain activity during sleep
The scientists recorded a suppression of theta and alpha waves, which are characteristic of deep sleep, and an amplification of beta waves, which normally occur during wakefulness...
EJN: Coffee protects against fatigue and weakness in the elderly
Scientists attribute the protective effect of coffee to its high content of polyphenols and other antioxidants...
Cancer Research UK: Burnt toast does not considerably increase cancer risk
Burnt bread contains a harmful compound that can damage DNA, but…
Researchers discover previously unknown health benefit of coffee
These findings can be considered alongside the European Food Safety Authority's (EFSA) scientific opinion that...
InStyle: Healthy breakfast should include 3 types of foods
The nutritionist added that it is not necessary to have breakfast immediately after waking up, and it can be postponed for some time or started after a morning workout...
Smart food: Armenian developments for AMADEE-24 Mars mission
Millions of people around the world strive for an ideal figure…
Daily Mail: Meat-Based Diet May Disrupt Hormonal Balance in Women
Another dangerous consequence of the carnivore diet could be the development of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)...
Scientists Identify Foods That Damage the Brain
Within just three days after the experiment began, the aged rats showed memory problems and inflammatory reactions in the brain...
Expert: Ultra-processed foods displace tobacco as leading cause of early deaths
According to the scientist, this is because the food system produces highly processed foods, which are the leading cause of biodiversity loss, the second leading cause of carbon dioxide emissions and the leading cause of plastic pollution...
NatMed: two weeks of eating sweet and fatty foods weakens immunity
The results showed that switching to the Western diet increased the level of inflammatory proteins in the subjects' bodies...
Science: Substance from eggs, pork triggers aggressive subtype of breast cancer, study finds
Omega-6 linoleic acid is a nutrient that is considered important for mammals…
Naturе: Sugar substitutes increase activity of appetite regulating part of brain
According to the scientists, sucralose “confuses the brain”, providing a sense of sweetness without the expected energy value...
Nutrients: eating slowly can help fight obesity
Researchers have concluded that slowing down the eating process can be used as an effective way to control weight...
MedicalXpress: eating slowly helps avoid bloating after a meal
According to the expert, eating a serving in less than 20 to 30 minutes is considered too fast...
JI: high-fat diet may weaken immune system
The researchers found that the high-fat diet impaired the bone marrow neutrophils' ability to accumulate and release TNF-alpha...
Nature Metabolism: Excessive consumption of fatty and sweet foods may cause lung cancer, study suggests
Excess sugar and fat in the diet will lead to the accumulation of glycogen carbohydrates in the body, which will “feed” lung cancer tumor cells, researchers said…
Nature Microbiology: Low-carb diets can increase risk of colorectal cancer, study finds
Researchers found that a low-carb diet may increase the exposure of DNA-damaging bacteria…
ExpGeront: even strong coffee does not affect the balance of people in old age
Given the popularity of coffee among older adults, researchers decided to study how its consumption affects balance and physical function...
Nutrients: Fresh mango fruit may help lower insulin concentrations and improve insulin sensitivity in obese adults
After four weeks, patients in the mango group also had significantly reduced insulin concentrations in response to an oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) compared to the start of the study, while no change was observed in the control group...
JNNR: fish slows progression of multiple sclerosis
Results showed that active consumption of both fatty and lean fish at the time of diagnosis reduced the risk of disease progression by 44% and worsening symptoms to third-degree disability by 45%...
Nutrients: Excess fat in diet worsens sleep quality, study shows
It turned out that the active use of protein and fiber (plant fiber) contributes to longer and deeper sleep...
Intermittent fasting could be unsafe for teens, study suggests
The study reveals that age plays a significant role in the outcomes of intermittent fasting...
PFHN: gluten-free products have questionable health benefits
However, the study found that some gluten-free products, such as gluten-free seed breads, can contain significantly more fiber - up to 38.24 grams per 100 grams - due to the use of pseudo grains such as amaranth and quinoa...
Appetite: babies like the food their mothers ate at the end of pregnancy
The study involved three-week-old infants whose mothers regularly consumed cabbage or carrot powder late in pregnancy...
JAD: breakfast after 9am can worsen mental health
It was also found that completely avoiding breakfast also had the same detrimental effect on psychological well-being and emotional background...
The Conversation: cholesterol from eggs is poorly absorbed by the body
Eggs are a good source of protein - the most important “building material” for organs and tissues...
