Mealworms as Fish Food: Does Growing Method Matter?
Scientists tested whether the material used to grow mealworms affects their nutritional value for farmed fish. They compared mealworms grown on regular …
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Plant Supplements Help Stressed Chickens Stay Healthy
Chickens raised on farms face many challenges like heat, hunger, and disease that can slow their growth. Scientists tested whether special plant-based …
Read MoreCan Eating Avocados Help Fight Body Inflammation?
Researchers looked at 14 high-quality studies involving 2,438 people to see if avocados could help reduce inflammation and oxidative stress in the body—two …
Read MoreTea Extract Boosts Gut Health in Geese
Researchers gave some geese a special tea extract called tea polyphenols mixed into their food for 18 weeks to see if it would improve their digestive health. …
Read MoreThe Right Amount of Plant Extract Boosts Duck Health
Researchers tested a natural plant compound called tannic acid in duck feed to see if it could improve growth and health. They found that small to medium …
Read MoreWhy Your Body's Sleep Clock Matters as You Age
As we get older, our bodies produce less melatonin—a natural chemical that helps us sleep and protects our cells. This review explains how melatonin works in …
Read MoreVitamin E and Special Drugs Change How Chicken Meat Ages After Cooking
Scientists studied how two different treatments affect chicken meat quality after the bird is processed. One treatment used a drug called teriflunomide that …
Read MoreJunk Food Hurts Male Fertility, But Supplements May Help
Eating too much junk food can damage sperm and reduce a man's ability to have children, according to a new study in mice. The problem happens because junk food …
Read MoreAncient Herbs Help Chickens Grow Bigger and Healthier
Researchers tested whether two traditional Chinese herbs—Chinese yam and Rehmannia glutinosa—could help chickens grow better when added to their food. They fed …
Read MoreProbiotics and Turmeric Together Don't Work Better for Blood Sugar
Researchers tested whether probiotics (healthy bacteria) and curcumin (a compound from turmeric) could help control blood sugar and reduce cell damage in rats …
Read MoreCan Spirulina Protect Your Heart from Junk Food?
Researchers tested whether spirulina, a type of blue-green algae, could protect rat hearts from damage caused by eating a cafeteria-style diet (lots of …
Read MoreBetter Diet Balance May Help Fight Depression in People With Metabolic Syndrome
Researchers studied over 6,200 American adults who have metabolic syndrome—a group of health conditions including high blood pressure and extra belly fat. They …
Read MoreNatural Plant Compound May Protect Blood Vessels from Fatty Diet Damage
Researchers discovered that shikonin, a natural compound found in certain plants, may help protect blood vessels from damage caused by eating too much fatty …
Read MoreNatural Plant Compound May Help Control Blood Sugar Levels
Researchers studied quercetin, a natural substance found in plants, to see if it could help control blood sugar levels. Using fruit flies as a model, they …
Read MoreWhy Your Body Clock and Sex Matter for Liver Health
Scientists discovered that your body's natural daily rhythm and whether you're male or female significantly affect how your liver handles stress from obesity. …
Read MoreSea Cucumber Extract May Help Protect Your Liver From Injury
Researchers tested whether a natural substance found in sea cucumbers could protect mouse livers from damage. They gave mice a sea cucumber extract for two …
Read MoreSpecial Mushroom Supplements Help Honey Bees Live Longer
Researchers tested whether extracts from four types of medicinal mushrooms could help honey bees stay healthier and live longer. They fed different groups of …
Read MoreWhat Mexican Teens Eat Has More Healthy Antioxidants Than We Thought
Researchers studied what Mexican teenagers eat and found that their typical diet contains good amounts of antioxidants—natural compounds that help protect our …
Read MoreRed Onion Peels Help Fish Grow Better in Crowded Tanks
Researchers tested whether red onion peel extract could help Nile tilapia fish grow better when many fish are packed into the same tank. They fed some fish a …
Read MoreShould Athletes Take Antioxidant Supplements? Here's What Science Says
The International Society of Sports Nutrition reviewed all the research on antioxidants and exercise to give athletes clear guidance. The main finding: a …
Read MoreDoes Combining Healthy Foods and Exercise Beat Doing Just One?
Researchers looked at studies combining polyphenol-rich foods (like berries and dark chocolate) with exercise to see if together they're better for heart and …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Affect Breast Cancer Aggressiveness
Researchers studied 293 women with breast cancer to understand how diet and nutrient levels in the blood might affect how aggressive their cancer is. They …
Read MoreAdding Lecithin to Fish Food Prevents Fatty Liver Disease
Researchers discovered that adding a natural supplement called lecithin to high-fat fish food can prevent fatty liver disease in largemouth bass. When fish ate …
Read MoreSpecial Supplement Helps Fish Survive Heat Stress Better
Researchers tested whether a special supplement made from spirulina (a type of algae) and coenzyme Q10 could help fish survive in hot water. They studied 225 …
Read MoreOrange Nutrient Boosts Pig Fertility and Egg Development
Researchers studied how a natural orange-colored nutrient called beta-carotene affects young female pigs' reproductive health. Twenty pigs were fed either …
Read MoreWine Byproduct Boosts Sheep Health and Muscle Quality
Researchers tested whether grape pomace—a leftover material from wine production—could improve the health of sheep raised for meat. They fed 18 sheep different …
Read MoreScientists Create Selenium-Boosted Yeast for Better Health
Researchers discovered a new way to create yeast that's packed with selenium, a nutrient your body needs to stay healthy. The problem is that selenium from …
Read MoreWhy Some Men Struggle to Have Kids: New Clues About Sperm Health
Scientists have discovered that invisible chemical changes in our DNA—called epigenetic changes—may be a major reason why some men have trouble having …
Read MorePlant Compound Helps Young Pigs Grow Better and Stay Healthier
Researchers tested whether a natural plant compound called proanthocyanidin could help young pigs grow faster and develop stronger immune systems after …
Read MoreDoes Broccoli Really Boost Your Body's Defense System?
Broccoli contains a special compound that turns into sulforaphane, which scientists believe helps protect our cells from damage. Researchers wanted to see if …
Read MoreColorful Foods May Help People With Arthritis Live Longer
Researchers studied over 2,000 people with osteoarthritis to see if certain nutrients in food could affect how long they lived. They measured levels of …
Read MoreCan Antioxidant Foods Help Your Muscles Recover After Hard Exercise?
Researchers wanted to know if eating foods rich in natural plant compounds (like dates, dark chocolate, and pomegranate) before intense exercise could help …
Read MoreNew Food Database Shows How What You Eat Affects Your Health
Scientists created a massive digital map called FoodAtlas that connects over 1,400 foods to the chemicals they contain, diseases they might help prevent, and …
Read MoreSpecial Yeasts from the Amazon May Help You Live Longer
Scientists discovered that certain types of wild yeast found in South American rainforests and wetlands might help organisms live longer and stay healthier. …
Read MoreNew Compound May Help Protect Your Liver From Alcohol Damage
Researchers tested a new substance made from kaempferol (a plant compound) combined with copper to see if it could protect the liver from alcohol damage. In …
Read MoreNatural Plant Compound Shows Promise Against Alzheimer's in Lab Study
Researchers tested a natural substance called salvianolic acid A (found in plants) to see if it could help protect brain cells from Alzheimer's disease damage. …
Read MoreLettuce Scraps Could Be Turned Into Healthy Medicine
Scientists discovered that the parts of lettuce we usually throw away are packed with healthy compounds that could be used to make medicines and supplements. …
Read MoreAluminum in Food May Damage Cells, Study in Fruit Flies Shows
Scientists exposed fruit fly larvae to aluminum chloride (a form of aluminum) through their food for 24 hours and watched what happened. They found that higher …
Read MoreNatural Plant Compound May Protect Against Harmful Plastic Chemical
Researchers discovered that apigenin, a natural substance found in plants, may help protect against damage caused by DEHP—a common chemical used in plastics …
Read MoreWhy Some People's Fat Cells Age Faster When Overweight
Scientists discovered that a protein called RAGE plays a major role in making fat cells age prematurely when people gain weight. In this study, mice without …
Read MoreWatermelon Juice May Help Control Blood Sugar in Diabetes
Researchers tested whether African watermelon juice could help manage type 2 diabetes in rats. They found that watermelon juice reduced blood sugar levels and …
Read MorePlant Foods and Exercise: A Natural Way to Fight Aging
Scientists are exploring how eating foods rich in natural plant compounds called phenolics—found in berries, tea, and colorful vegetables—combined with regular …
Read MoreNew Supplement May Help Reduce Prostate Problems in Men
Researchers tested a new dietary supplement called Drolessano® that contains natural plant compounds to see if it could help men with enlarged prostate glands. …
Read MorePurple Berry Compound May Help Heal Inflamed Intestines
Researchers discovered that a natural compound found in purple berries called cyanidin-3,5-O-glucoside (C35G) may help reduce intestinal inflammation and …
Read MoreNew Plant-Based Meat Made From Algae Could Be Healthier Than Chicken
Scientists created a new type of fake meat using special algae from the Andes mountains. They tested two types of algae—Llaska and Cushuro—to see if they could …
Read MoreCan Olive Oil Help Protect Your Brain from Disease?
Scientists are discovering that olive oil might be more than just a cooking ingredient—it could help protect your brain. This research explores how special …
Read MoreEating Healthy Foods Linked to Better Body Protection in Young Women
Researchers wanted to understand if eating a healthy diet could help young women's bodies fight off damage from harmful molecules called free radicals. They …
Read MoreHow Cooking Changes Healthy Grains: What You Need to Know
Sorghum and millets are ancient grains packed with healthy compounds that fight disease and reduce body stress. However, they also contain natural substances …
Read MoreNatural Compound Shows Promise for Fatty Liver Disease
Researchers discovered that atraric acid, a natural substance found in plants, may help treat fatty liver disease—a condition where fat builds up in the liver …
Read MoreDo Nuts and Seeds Help Us Stay Young? What Science Says
Scientists wanted to know if eating nuts and seeds could help slow down aging at the cellular level. They looked at studies measuring something called telomere …
Read MoreCan Fasting and Chamomile Tea Protect Your Body from Unhealthy Fats?
Researchers studied how margarine (a processed fat) affects the body and whether two simple interventions—intermittent fasting and chamomile tea—could help …
Read MoreCan Vitamins and Minerals Help You Live Longer?
Scientists are studying whether certain nutrients can help your immune system stay strong as you age, potentially adding years to your life. This research …
Read MoreCan Andean Blueberries Help Fight Metabolic Syndrome?
Researchers looked at whether a wild berry called agraz (Andean blueberry) could help people with metabolic syndrome—a condition involving high blood pressure, …
Read MoreCan Tomato Compound Lycopene Help Fight Cancer?
Scientists are studying lycopene, a red pigment found in tomatoes and other fruits, to see if it might help prevent or treat cancer. This review looked at …
Read MoreFish Study Shows Taurine Boosts Health and Digestion
Scientists studied how adding taurine (a natural amino acid) to fish food affects their health. They fed longfin yellowtail fish food with no taurine, 1% …
Read MoreOlive Oil May Help Protect Joints from Arthritis Damage
Researchers tested whether extra virgin olive oil could help protect joints in rats with arthritis. They found that rats fed extra virgin olive oil had less …
Read MoreSpecial Seeds May Help Fight High Cholesterol and Liver Damage
Researchers tested whether specially prepared samh seeds could help rats on unhealthy, high-fat diets. They compared raw seeds, sprouted seeds, and fermented …
Read MoreGoat Milk May Help Heal Inflamed Colons, Study Shows
Researchers tested whether goat milk could help treat ulcerative colitis, a painful condition that inflames the colon. Using rats with artificially induced …
Read MoreWhere Your Millet Grows Matters for Health Benefits
Scientists discovered that foxtail millet grown in different regions of China contains different amounts of healthy plant compounds called polyphenols. Millet …
Read MoreHow Coriander Helps Fish Fight Toxic Metal Poisoning
Scientists discovered that coriander seed extract can protect fish from nickel poisoning. In a 60-day study, young grass carp exposed to harmful nickel levels …
Read MoreHow Plant Foods Fight Disease: What Science Says
A new review of scientific research shows that eating more fruits, vegetables, and whole grains can help protect your body against serious diseases like …
Read MoreBetter Balance of Body Chemicals May Protect Muscle and Bone Health
Researchers studied over 3,300 American adults to understand how the balance between harmful and helpful chemicals in our bodies affects muscle and bone …
Read MoreTropical Fruit Extract Shows Promise for Lowering Blood Sugar in Diabetes
Researchers tested a fruit extract from the Syzygium samarangense plant (also called water apple) on diabetic rats to see if it could help control blood sugar …
Read MoreTiny Zinc Particles May Harm Brain Health Through Fat Imbalance
Scientists discovered that tiny zinc oxide particles used in many products may damage the brain by disrupting how the body processes fats. Using a simple worm …
Read MoreCan Blueberries Help Fight Weight Gain From Junk Food?
Researchers wanted to know if blueberries could help protect mice from gaining weight and developing health problems when eating a diet full of processed …
Read MoreTwo New Gut Bacteria Could Help Fight Inflammation and Blood Sugar
Scientists discovered two new types of bacteria living in human gut that show promise as natural health helpers. These bacteria, found in a healthy person's …
Read MoreMushrooms May Help Your Gut Bacteria Stay Healthy
Researchers tested two common edible mushrooms—button mushrooms and oyster mushrooms—to see if they could help your gut bacteria. They found that special parts …
Read MoreVitamins C and E Help Older Women Build More Muscle
Researchers studied 60 older women with weak muscles to see if adding vitamin C and E supplements to exercise workouts would help them get stronger. For 12 …
Read MoreFoods That Protect Your Liver From Fat Buildup
A fatty liver is becoming more common worldwide, affecting millions of people. Scientists reviewed research on how different foods and eating patterns can help …
Read MorePlant Compounds Called Flavonoids May Help Protect Your Heart
Scientists reviewed research on flavonoids—natural compounds found in fruits, vegetables, tea, and chocolate—to understand how they might help prevent heart …
Read MoreCan Vitamins Help Horses Stay Healthy in Polluted Cities?
Researchers studied whether vitamin E and selenium supplements could protect show jumping horses from air pollution damage. They compared 20 horses—10 in …
Read MoreAncient Plant Dendrobium: What Science Says About Its Health Benefits
Dendrobium officinale is a plant that people in Asia have used for over 2,000 years to stay healthy. Scientists recently reviewed 10 years of research to …
Read MoreFive Plants Packed With Healing Metals and Antioxidants
Researchers tested five medicinal plants to see what healthy metals and protective compounds they contain. They measured iron, copper, zinc, and manganese …
Read MoreHealthy Eating and Lifestyle May Lower Pregnancy Diabetes Risk
Researchers studied 320 pregnant women to understand how diet and lifestyle choices affect gestational diabetes—a type of diabetes that develops during …
Read MoreCan Vitamins and Fish Oil Help Men's Fertility?
A new review looked at how certain vitamins, minerals, and fish oil might help improve male fertility. Researchers studied two supplement blends that contain …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Affect Breast Cancer Risk
Researchers reviewed how the foods we eat can influence breast cancer risk and how the disease progresses. The study found that certain eating patterns may …
Read MoreCitrus Extract Boosts Blood Sugar Control in Prediabetes
Researchers tested whether a natural supplement made from citrus fruits could help people with prediabetes (early warning signs of diabetes) who were already …
Read MoreAre You a Morning Person? It Might Affect What You Eat
A new study looked at how people's natural sleep schedules connect to what they eat. Researchers surveyed over 3,000 adults and found that morning people tend …
Read MoreCoffee Waste Could Help Your Gut Bacteria Thrive
Scientists discovered that coffee silverskin—the thin layer removed from coffee beans—might be good for your digestive health. When they tested this coffee …
Read MoreSpecial Supplement Helps Puppies Stay Healthy After Surgery
Researchers tested whether a natural supplement made from yeast could help puppies stay healthy and recover better after spay or neutering surgery. Sixteen …
Read MoreEating Antioxidants May Lower Your Heart Failure Risk
Researchers studied nearly 9,300 people to see if eating foods rich in antioxidants could help prevent heart failure. They used advanced computer programs to …
Read MoreBlack Seed Oil Helps Fish Fight Pesticide Poisoning
Scientists discovered that black seed oil (from Nigella sativa plants) can protect fish from pesticide damage. In a 40-day study, researchers exposed Nile …
Read MoreWhy Dates Are Nature's Healthy Snack for Your Body
Dates are packed with nutrients and natural compounds that may help protect your health in several ways. This review looked at dozens of studies about dates …
Read MoreGreen Tea Extract May Help Protect Lungs from Air Pollution
Researchers discovered that a compound found in green tea called EGCG might protect lungs from damage caused by air pollution. In a study with mice, scientists …
Read MoreCan Quercetin Help Lower Cholesterol? New Research Says Maybe
Researchers studied a special form of quercetin, a natural compound found in apples, onions, and berries, to see if it could help people with unhealthy …
Read MorePlant Extract Shows Promise for Treating Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Researchers tested a natural plant extract called Polygonatum kingianum polysaccharides (PKPs) on mice with colitis, a painful intestinal disease similar to …
Read MoreHow Vitamin D Helps Keep Your Skin Young and Healthy
Scientists have discovered that vitamin D plays an important role in keeping skin looking young and preventing wrinkles and age spots. When your skin gets …
Read MoreMom's Breast Milk Stays Healthy Even When She Doesn't Eat Well
Researchers studied breast milk from mothers who had premature babies and weren't eating a very healthy diet. They found something surprising: even though …
Read MoreCommon Pain Reliever Damage? A Natural Compound May Help Your Liver Heal
Researchers discovered that chlorogenic acid, a natural substance found in coffee and other foods, may help your liver recover after damage from acetaminophen …
Read MoreHealthy Food and Exercise Team Up to Fight Colorectal Cancer
Scientists reviewed research showing that eating nutritious foods and exercising regularly may work together to help prevent and fight colorectal cancer. Foods …
Read MoreCamel Milk May Help Your Gut Bacteria and Fight Body Damage
Researchers gave mice different types of camel milk for four weeks to see how it affected their bodies. They found that camel milk—especially when fermented …
Read MoreSpecial Corn Toast Helps Malnourished Mice Recover Faster
Researchers tested a new type of toast made from corn mixed with a nutritious plant called quelite to help people recover from not eating enough food. They fed …
Read MoreTree Bark Extract May Help Fight Metabolic Syndrome in New Study
Researchers tested whether an extract from magnolia tree bark could help prevent metabolic syndrome—a group of health problems including high blood pressure, …
Read MoreBlueberries May Help Protect Hearts During Cancer Treatment
Researchers tested whether blueberry extract could protect rat hearts from damage caused by doxorubicin, a powerful cancer-fighting drug that can harm the …
Read MoreWhy Mushrooms Could Be a Secret Weapon for Kidney Health
A new review of mushroom research suggests that people with chronic kidney disease (a condition where kidneys don't work as well as they should) might benefit …
Read MoreSpecial Bacteria May Help Bodies Handle Heat Stress
Scientists tested whether a type of helpful bacteria called Bacillus amyloliquefaciens could protect rats from heat stress. They gave some rats this bacteria …
Read MoreCardamom May Help Protect Heart and Kidneys From Damage
Researchers tested whether cardamom extract could protect rats' hearts and kidneys from damage caused by a cancer drug and unhealthy diet. They found that …
Read MorePlant-Based Milk Gets a Healthy Upgrade With Natural Ingredients
Researchers created a healthier version of plant-based milk by adding natural extracts from dates, mustard seeds, and turmeric. They tested three types of …
Read MoreCan Mulberry Leaves Protect Your Liver From Food Toxins?
Researchers tested whether mulberry leaf extracts could protect mouse livers from damage caused by aflatoxin B1, a harmful substance sometimes found in …
Read MoreSpecial Plant Supplement Helps Chickens Grow Bigger and Healthier
Researchers in China tested a fermented plant called Artemisia argyi as a food additive for Hongyu roosters, a special chicken breed known for its tender meat. …
Read MoreCoffee Fruit Waste Makes Healthier, Tastier Burgers
Researchers found a creative way to make beef burgers healthier by replacing some of the fat with powder made from coffee cherry pulp—the leftover fruit from …
Read MoreNew Mineral Supplement May Help Depression Alongside Standard Treatment
Researchers tested whether a special form of selenium (a mineral) could help people with depression feel better when added to their regular antidepressant …
Read MoreAloe Vera Compound May Help Protect Your Liver from Fat Buildup
Researchers discovered that aloesin, a natural compound found in aloe vera plants, may help protect the liver from damage caused by eating too much fatty food. …
Read MorePlant Extract Shows Promise for Fighting Fatty Liver Disease
Researchers tested a natural extract from purslane (a common plant) on rats to see if it could help prevent obesity and fatty liver disease. The rats that …
Read MoreSpecial Foods With Hidden Health Powers: What Science Found
Scientists reviewed how certain foods packed with special compounds can help keep us healthy. These compounds come from plants and animals and can fight …
Read MoreEating Antioxidants at Dinner May Help Protect Your Kidneys
Researchers studied over 23,000 American adults to understand how antioxidant-rich foods affect kidney health. They found that people who ate more foods …
Read MoreDiabetes Drug May Help Fight Kidney Cancer in New Study
Researchers tested whether a diabetes medication called canagliflozin could help prevent kidney cancer in laboratory rats. The drug is normally used to help …
Read MorePapaya Leaves Help Fish Grow Stronger and Healthier
Scientists tested whether papaya leaf extract could help carp fish grow better and fight off diseases. They added different amounts of papaya leaf powder to …
Read MorePurple Berry Extract May Protect Eyes From Light Damage
Researchers found that a natural compound from aronia berries (also called chokeberries) may help protect your eyes from damage caused by too much light …
Read MoreSpecial Cookies May Help Fight Diabetes and Malaria Together
Researchers tested whether cookies made with black cumin seeds and a grain called acha could help treat mice that had both diabetes and malaria at the same …
Read MoreNatural Plant Compound Shows Promise for Fatty Liver Disease
Researchers discovered that fisetin, a natural compound found in plants, may help protect the liver from fatty buildup caused by poor diet and weight gain. In …
Read MoreVitamin E May Help Protect Your Lungs from COPD
Researchers looked at 10 different studies involving over 65,000 people to understand if vitamin E helps prevent or treat COPD, a serious lung disease that …
Read MoreFoods That Fight Cancer Damage May Help Colorectal Cancer Survivors
Researchers followed nearly 2,800 colorectal cancer patients to see if eating foods that fight body damage could help them live longer. They created four …
Read MoreNatural Foods May Help Fight Alzheimer's Disease
Scientists are exploring whether nutrients and plant-based compounds found in everyday foods could help slow down Alzheimer's disease. Unlike current medicines …
Read MoreEating Nutrient-Rich Foods May Lower Ulcerative Colitis Risk
Researchers in Iran studied 109 people with ulcerative colitis (a digestive disease) and 218 healthy people to see if eating certain nutrients made a …
Read MoreDoes Eating Antioxidant-Rich Foods Help With Colorectal Cancer?
Researchers compared what people with advanced colorectal cancer ate to what healthy people ate, focusing on foods rich in antioxidants—substances that protect …
Read MoreNew Eye Disease Treatments: Combining Medicine with Vitamins
Scientists are exploring whether combining a popular eye disease medicine called bevacizumab with vitamins and supplements could work better than using the …
Read MoreRed Fruit Extract May Protect Your Brain from Diabetes Damage
Scientists tested a natural extract from red Eugenia uniflora fruit to see if it could help protect the brain in rats with type 2 diabetes. They compared it to …
Read MoreOlive Oil and Cell Therapy Team Up to Heal Fatty Livers
Researchers discovered that combining extra virgin olive oil with special healing particles from stem cells may be more effective at treating fatty liver …
Read MoreCan Taurine Help Fight Breast Cancer?
Scientists reviewed research on taurine, a natural compound found in foods and made by our bodies, to see if it could help treat breast cancer. The review …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Affect Bladder Control Problems
Researchers looked at what over 5,000 American adults ate and found a connection between their diet and overactive bladder symptoms—a condition where people …
Read MoreA Plant Oil Compound That May Help Protect Your Brain
Scientists have reviewed research on carvacrol, a natural compound found in herbs like oregano and thyme. Studies suggest carvacrol may help protect brain …
Read MorePlant Extract from Palm Oil Lowers Blood Pressure Naturally
Researchers tested a supplement made from oil palm plant parts to see if it could help people's hearts and bodies fight damage. In a 60-day study with 97 …
Read MorePlant Compounds May Help Keep Ovaries Younger Longer
As women delay having children, their ovaries age and become less healthy, making pregnancy harder. Scientists are looking at natural plant compounds called …
Read MoreVitamin D May Protect Your Liver From Harmful Chemicals
Scientists discovered that vitamin D might help protect the liver from damage caused by bisphenol A (BPA), a common chemical found in plastics and other …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Help Prevent Heart and Kidney Disease
Researchers studied over 10,000 American adults to understand how certain foods and nutrients might protect against a serious condition called …
Read MoreBee Pollen May Protect Fish From Pesticide Damage
Researchers tested whether bee pollen could help protect fish from harm caused by a common pesticide called deltamethrin. They exposed carp fish to this …
Read MoreCan Vitamins and Supplements Help Dry Eyes Feel Better?
Dry eyes are a really common problem that affects millions of people. Scientists think inflammation and damage from harmful molecules called free radicals play …
Read MoreGrapefruit Peels Make Pasta Healthier and More Nutritious
Researchers found a creative way to use grapefruit peels that would normally be thrown away. They mixed freeze-dried grapefruit peel powder into pasta at …
Read MoreSpecial Vinegar from a Plant May Help Fight Obesity in Mice
Scientists tested a vinegar made from luffa (a plant also known as a sponge gourd) to see if it could help with weight gain and unhealthy fat buildup. They …
Read MoreNatural Plant Compound May Protect Young Pig Livers from Stress
Researchers tested whether a natural compound called chlorogenic acid (found in coffee and plants) could protect the livers of young piglets when they …
Read MoreWhy Some Seizures Don't Respond to Medicine: A Cellular Power Problem
About one-third of people with epilepsy don't respond well to current medications, making their condition very difficult to treat. Scientists are discovering …
Read MoreTiny Capsules Could Make Healthy Food Nutrients Work Better
Scientists are studying a new way to deliver healthy nutrients from food to your body more effectively. They're using super-tiny containers called …
Read MoreFermented Lentil Drinks May Boost Your Health Like Probiotics
Scientists created healthy drinks from lentils and tested them with seven different types of good bacteria (probiotics). They compared drinks made from whole …
Read MoreCan What You Eat Help Protect Your Eyes from Glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a serious eye disease that can cause blindness, and it affects millions of people worldwide, including many in Germany. Doctors are often asked by …
Read MoreVitamin B-12 May Help Hearts After Heart-Lung Machine Surgery
When doctors use a heart-lung machine during heart surgery, sometimes patients' blood vessels stop working properly afterward, causing dangerous low blood …
Read MoreTropical Fruit Acerola May Help Athletes' Bodies Work Better
Researchers studied whether acerola, a tropical fruit packed with healthy compounds, could help elite endurance athletes perform better. Twenty-two young …
Read MoreA Niacin Compound May Help Protect Brain Memory From Fatty Diet Damage
Researchers tested a compound called Acipimox (a relative of vitamin B3) to see if it could protect the brain from damage caused by eating a high-fat diet. …
Read MoreSpecial Tomato Nutrient Helps Chickens Fight Infections Better
Researchers tested whether a special form of lycopene—a nutrient found in tomatoes—could help chickens stay healthier and fight off bacterial infections. They …
Read MoreA Leafy Green Vegetable That Gets Healthier When You Cook It
Researchers studied a plant called Suyuquelite (a type of morning glory leaf) that people in some cultures eat as a cooked vegetable. They wanted to see if …
Read MoreWhy Astronauts Lose Bone in Space (And How to Fix It)
When astronauts spend time in space, their bones weaken rapidly—similar to how older people's bones become fragile on Earth. Scientists have discovered that …
Read MorePlant Compounds That May Help Your Body Stay Younger Longer
Scientists reviewed research on special plant compounds called saponins found in ginseng, solomonseal, and balloon flower. These compounds appear to have …
Read MoreWhat Happens Inside Mushrooms as They Grow and Age
Scientists studied how the chemical makeup of a popular edible mushroom called Coprinus comatus changes as it grows and gets older. They found that different …
Read MoreFermented Pumpkin Juice: A Tasty Way to Get More Probiotics
Scientists discovered that fermenting pumpkin juice with special bacteria and yeast creates a healthier, better-tasting drink. The fermented juice had more …
Read MoreMushroom Extract May Help Protect Your Brain From Tiny Plastic Particles
Scientists discovered that a mushroom called Sanghuangporus sanghuang might protect our bodies from harm caused by nanoplastics—tiny plastic particles so small …
Read MoreSpecial Plant Powder Helps Older Hens Lay More Eggs
Researchers tested whether a powder made from dendrobium nobile (a type of orchid plant) could help older hens stay healthy and productive. They gave 90 hens …
Read MorePlant Foods May Help Prevent Colon Cancer, New Research Shows
Scientists reviewed research on special compounds found in plants called polyphenols that might help prevent colorectal cancer, which is a serious health …
Read MoreNatural Plant Supplements Help Male Rabbits Stay Healthy in Heat
When it gets really hot outside, male rabbits can have trouble with their health and ability to reproduce. Researchers tested whether two natural …
Read MoreEating More Antioxidants May Lower Risk of Pelvic Infections
Researchers studied over 4,000 American women to see if eating foods rich in antioxidants—like fruits, vegetables, nuts, and certain minerals—could help …
Read MoreHow Lycopene Works Better With Other Foods
Lycopene is a natural red pigment found in tomatoes and other fruits that helps protect your body from damage. Scientists have discovered that lycopene works …
Read MoreEating More Antioxidants May Protect Normal-Weight People's Hearts
Researchers studied over 4,500 normal-weight adults to see if eating foods rich in antioxidants could protect their hearts and prevent metabolic problems. …
Read MoreVitamin E Helps Older Egg-Laying Birds Stay Productive Longer
As birds age, their ability to lay eggs naturally declines, similar to how aging affects reproduction in many animals. Researchers studied whether adding …
Read MoreCan Vitamins and Supplements Help Your Eyes Stay Healthy?
Researchers reviewed what we know about how nutrition and dietary supplements affect two common eye problems: glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye) and dry …
Read MoreHow a Plant Compound May Protect Your Gut From Arsenic Damage
Researchers discovered that a natural plant compound called quercetin might help protect your body from arsenic poisoning. In a study with rats, arsenic …
Read MoreLemon and Ginger May Protect Your Liver from Reused Cooking Oil
When cooking oil is heated over and over again, it breaks down and creates harmful chemicals that can damage your liver. Researchers tested whether a natural …
Read MoreCan B Vitamins Help Protect Your Eyes From Age-Related Vision Loss?
As we age, many people develop a condition called macular degeneration that affects the center of vision and can lead to sight problems. Currently, there's no …
Read MoreWhy a Special Diet Damages Your Liver's Natural Cleanup System
Scientists studied how a diet missing certain nutrients affects the liver's ability to clean out harmful substances. They fed mice a special diet lacking …
Read MoreVitamin B3 Boosts Egg Quality and Health in Quails
Researchers tested whether adding extra vitamin B3 (niacin) to quail feed could improve egg production and quality. They fed 180 quails different amounts of …
Read MoreSoy Compound May Protect Fish Brains From Arsenic Damage
Researchers discovered that a natural compound found in soy called genistein may help protect fish brains from arsenic poisoning. In this study, fish exposed …
Read MoreSpraying Strawberries With Silicon Boosts Growth and Nutrition
Researchers found that spraying strawberry plants with a special silicon mixture helps them grow bigger, produce more fruit, and become more nutritious. The …
Read MoreNew Food Ingredient Could Boost Your Body's Antioxidant Power
Scientists created a new food ingredient by combining a plant fiber called bacterial cellulose with a natural compound called ferulic acid. This combination …
Read MoreExercise Plus Ginger or Maca May Boost Male Fertility in New Study
Researchers tested whether adding ginger or Maca supplements to exercise routines could improve male reproductive health. They studied 42 male rats divided …
Read MoreCan Foods With Special Plant Compounds Help Fight Depression?
Scientists are discovering that certain plant-based foods might help protect your brain when you're stressed or depressed. A special compound called …
Read MorePlant Extract Boosts Duck Gut Health and Immunity
Researchers tested whether a natural plant extract from Alpinia oxyphylla could improve the digestive health of ducks. They fed 480 young ducks either regular …
Read MoreHigh-Dose Vitamin C May Trigger Tumor Growth in People With Rare Gene Mutations
Scientists discovered that high doses of vitamin C might actually help tumors grow in people who carry a specific genetic mutation called SDHB. Using zebrafish …
Read MoreTaking Vitamin D Early Helps Fish Fight Serious Infections Better
Scientists studied how vitamin D3 helps fish fight a dangerous bacterial infection called Edwardsiella tarda. They tested two approaches: giving vitamin D3 …
Read MoreCan Wine Help Prevent Metabolic Syndrome? What Science Shows
Researchers reviewed scientific evidence about whether compounds in wine, especially red wine, can help prevent metabolic syndrome—a condition where people …
Read MoreSea Buckthorn May Help Protect Your Liver From Alcohol Damage
Researchers found that special compounds called polysaccharides from sea buckthorn fruit might protect your liver from damage caused by alcohol. In laboratory …
Read MoreCalafate Berry: A Patagonian Superfruit with Big Health Potential
Calafate is a small purple berry from the mountains of Chile and Argentina that's packed with powerful plant compounds called anthocyanins and vitamin C. …
Read MoreSpecial Nutrients Help Chickens Grow Better and Healthier
Researchers tested whether adding two special nutrients to chicken feed could help chickens grow faster and produce better meat. They studied 450 chickens and …
Read MoreGreen Tea Waste Boosts Gut Health in Geese
Researchers tested whether green tea dust—a leftover product from making tea—could improve the health of geese when added to their food. They fed 120 young …
Read MoreSpecial Supplement Makes Chicken Eggs Healthier and Stronger
Researchers tested whether adding a special form of selenium (a mineral) to chicken feed could improve egg quality and chicken health. They fed 108 laying hens …
Read MoreProbiotics May Help Protect Lungs from Nickel Damage
Nickel is a toxic metal found in some workplaces and environments that can damage lung cells and cause inflammation. Scientists tested whether probiotics—the …
Read MorePumpkin Peel Protects Fish From Toxic Water Pollution
Scientists discovered that pumpkin peel powder can help protect fish from harmful chemicals in water. When fish were exposed to mercury and zinc—common water …
Read MoreEating More Fruits, Veggies, and Fiber May Help Prevent Stomach Problems
Researchers studied 918 adults in Iran to see if certain eating patterns affect irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a common condition causing stomach pain and …
Read MoreNew Ginseng Probiotics May Lower Cholesterol Better Than Regular Ones
Scientists found special bacteria living on ginseng plants that could help lower cholesterol levels. These new probiotics, called Lacticaseibacillus rhamnosus, …
Read MoreVitamin C from Food Doesn't Lower Depression Risk, Large Study Finds
A major study following over 91,000 Korean adults for nearly 6 years found that eating more vitamin C-rich foods doesn't protect against depression. …
Read MoreQuinoa vs Oats: Which Plant Protein is Better for You?
Scientists compared proteins from quinoa and oats to see which might be better for different people. They found that quinoa protein is packed with an important …
Read MorePlant Mix Helps Fish Fight Parasites and Grow Better
Scientists tested a special blend of four plant extracts as fish food supplements to help catfish fight off harmful parasites. The study used hybrid catfish …
Read MoreFermented Velvet Beans May Help Control Blood Sugar Better Than Raw Ones
Scientists discovered that fermenting velvet bean seeds with helpful bacteria makes them more nutritious and better at managing type 2 diabetes. When they fed …
Read MoreHerbal Plant Mix Helps Fish Fight Parasites and Grow Better
Scientists tested a special mix of four plant extracts as fish food to help catfish fight off harmful parasites. They fed young catfish different amounts of …
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