How Your Food Choices Affect Your Immune System's Cleanup Process
Your body has a natural recycling system called autophagy that cleans up old cells and helps control your immune system. A new review shows that what you eat …
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Eating Healthier May Protect Diabetics' Kidneys
Researchers studied over 4,000 people with type 2 diabetes to see if eating a healthier diet could protect their kidneys from damage. They used a scoring …
Read MoreCancer Survivors Eat Poorly Across All Groups, Study Finds
Researchers looked at what cancer survivors eat across the United States and found that most aren't eating as healthily as they should be. The study examined …
Read MoreFeeding Young Pigs Less Fancy Food Saves Money Without Slowing Growth
Researchers tested whether young pigs really need expensive, specialty feed ingredients during their first weeks after weaning. They compared three different …
Read MoreCan Eating More Plants Help Fight Depression?
A new review of research shows that eating more plant-based foods—especially whole, unprocessed ones like vegetables, fruits, and beans—may help reduce …
Read MoreNot Eating Enough Veggies Linked to Heart Disease Deaths Worldwide
Researchers looked at data from around the world between 1990 and 2021 to understand how eating too few vegetables affects heart disease deaths. They found …
Read MoreThe Folate Sweet Spot: Why Too Little or Too Much May Affect Mood
Researchers studied nearly 9,500 American women to understand how a B vitamin called folate relates to depression. They found something surprising: both very …
Read MoreVitamin C in Food May Help Protect Kidneys in Older Adults
Researchers studied over 6,500 people aged 60 and older to see if eating foods rich in vitamin C could help prevent kidney disease. They found that people who …
Read MoreEating Less for 2 Years Doesn't Hurt Your Iron Levels
Researchers wanted to know if eating 25% fewer calories for two years could cause problems with iron and blood health in adults. They studied 220 healthy …
Read MoreYour Body's Smart Budget: How Immunity Adapts When Food Is Scarce
When you eat fewer calories, your body has to make tough choices about where to spend its energy. A new study shows that your immune system is smarter than we …
Read MoreHow Unhealthy Diets Change Liver Cell Soldiers
Scientists studied how two different unhealthy diets affect special immune cells in the liver called macrophages. Using mice, they found that both a diet …
Read MoreHow Eating Freely Might Help You Live Longer
Scientists discovered something surprising: you might be able to eat as much as you want and still live a longer, healthier life—but only if you eat the right …
Read MoreNew Tool Helps Predict Pancreatic Cancer Outcomes
Researchers discovered that a patient's nutrition and body composition can help predict how well pancreatic cancer treatment will work. They studied 74 …
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 MoreWild Plants Could Help Feed Communities in Ethiopia
Researchers in eastern Ethiopia studied wild plants that people eat to understand how they help with nutrition and food security. They talked to 100 people, …
Read MoreYour Weight and Food Choices May Affect Your Sleep Quality
Researchers studied over 5,000 people to understand what causes sleep problems. They found that body weight and the types of food people eat—especially foods …
Read MoreFour Food Patterns Found in Madagascar: Why Some People Eat Better Than Others
Researchers in southwestern Madagascar discovered that people fall into four different eating patterns based on their access to food and money. About 36% of …
Read MoreFermented Dairy May Help Prevent Metabolic Syndrome
Researchers in Finland studied over 5,000 adults to see if eating fermented dairy products like yogurt and cheese could help prevent metabolic syndrome—a group …
Read MoreSkipping Breakfast and Irregular Eating May Affect Your Mood
A new study looked at how eating at different times each day and skipping breakfast might be connected to feeling sad or depressed. Researchers found that …
Read MoreJunk Food Linked to More Broken Bones in Adults
Researchers in China followed over 13,000 adults for 14 years to see if eating ultra-processed foods (like packaged snacks, instant noodles, and sugary drinks) …
Read MoreEating Better May Help Protect Your Kidneys From Diabetes and High Blood Pressure
Researchers looked at how the quality of food people eat affects kidney health in people with diabetes and high blood pressure. These two conditions are major …
Read MoreMediterranean Diet May Help Control Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Researchers studied 193 people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) to understand how their eating habits affect their condition. They found that people with …
Read MoreEating Healthy May Help Keep Your Muscles Strong as You Age
Researchers studied over 8,500 Americans to see if the DASH diet—a healthy eating plan originally designed to lower blood pressure—could help prevent muscle …
Read MoreWhat We Know About Nutrition and Health in Transgender People
Researchers looked at how transgender people's bodies, eating habits, and nutrition compare to others. This study examined measurements like height and weight, …
Read MoreWhat Fish Eat Changes How They Handle Stress
Scientists studied how different foods affect a fish's stress response system. They found that fish eating extra B vitamins handled stress better and had lower …
Read MoreWhy Cancer Survivors Should Watch Their Junk Food Intake
Researchers in Lebanon studied what cancer survivors eat and found that many consume too much ultra-processed food—like packaged snacks, fast food, and sugary …
Read MoreMaking Soy Easier to Swallow: A Softer, Healthier Option
Scientists found a way to make soy protein softer and easier to swallow by breaking it down into smaller pieces using special enzymes. The new soft gel is much …
Read MoreCan Phone Apps Help Heart Patients Eat Better?
Researchers looked at studies about using smartphone apps to help people with heart failure improve their eating habits and nutrition. Heart failure is a …
Read MoreEating More Choline May Help Protect Your Brain's Nerve Coating
Researchers studied Australian women to understand how different nutrients affect a serious brain condition called demyelination, where the protective coating …
Read MoreCash Payments Help Families Eat Better Food
Researchers studied what happened when low-income families in Massachusetts received extra money each month to buy food. Over nine months, some families got up …
Read MoreHow Vitamin D Levels Change Throughout College Year
Researchers followed college students for an entire year to see how their vitamin D levels changed with the seasons and how this affected their health. Vitamin …
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 MoreStrong Bones Matter: Why Fitness Recruits Need Better Nutrition
Researchers studied 200 military recruits to understand why some get stress fractures (tiny cracks in bones) during intense training. They found that recruits …
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 MoreHow Vitamin B Helps Your Brain Make New Cells
Scientists have discovered that folic acid, a B vitamin found in foods like leafy greens and beans, plays a crucial role in helping your brain create new brain …
Read MoreWhat You Eat for Dinner May Affect Your Liver Health
Researchers studied how different dinner eating patterns affect people with fatty liver disease, a condition where fat builds up in the liver. They looked at …
Read MoreProcessed Meat and Tuberculosis: A Global Health Connection
Researchers analyzed data from around the world to understand how eating a lot of processed meat might be connected to tuberculosis (TB) infections. They found …
Read MoreJunk Food Changes Kids' Gut Bacteria and Causes Inflammation
Researchers studied 82 children in Brazil to see how eating ultra-processed foods (like packaged snacks and fast food) affects their gut bacteria and immune …
Read MoreCan Peanut Butter Help Older Adults Stay Stronger?
Researchers wanted to know if eating peanut butter every day could help older adults stay physically strong and avoid falls. They gave 120 people over age 65 …
Read MoreAfter Earthquakes, Food Problems Hurt People's Health
When the 2023 earthquake hit Turkey, researchers studied how people struggled to find safe, healthy food and how this affected their nutrition. They talked to …
Read MoreSpecial Diet Helps Older Adults Keep Strong Muscles
Researchers studied over 13,000 older adults in China to see if a special eating plan could help them maintain muscle strength and physical ability. The diet, …
Read MoreHow Your Neighborhood Shapes What You Eat and How Active You Are
Researchers in Accra, Ghana studied how the design of neighborhoods—like whether there are parks, sidewalks, and grocery stores nearby—affects what people eat …
Read MoreBetter Food Choices Help Protect Kidneys in Early Disease
Researchers studied 83 people with early-stage kidney disease to see if eating healthier foods could help their kidneys work better. For one month, patients …
Read MoreUnexpected Weight Loss in Older COPD Patients Signals Serious Health Risk
Researchers studied nearly 2,800 older adults with COPD (a serious lung disease) who were treated in intensive care units. They discovered that patients who …
Read MoreHow Scientists Measure Ultra-Processed Foods and Why It Matters
Scientists compared four different ways of classifying how processed our food is using data from nearly 4,400 American adults. They found that no matter which …
Read MoreCan Your Diet Help Prevent Memory Problems? What Scientists Found
Researchers used advanced computer programs to study information from over 2,200 Americans to figure out which factors predict who might develop memory and …
Read MoreWhy Kids with Autism Need Extra Nutrition Checks
Children with autism spectrum disorder often eat a limited variety of foods due to sensory sensitivities, food preferences, or stomach problems. This …
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 MoreWhy Taste Matters: How Taste Loss Affects Health in Older Adults
Researchers studied 70 older adults (average age 82) to understand how well they could taste sweet, salty, and savory flavors, and whether this connected to …
Read MoreEating Healthy Foods May Help You Sleep Better and Feel Less Stressed
A large study of over 11,000 American adults found that people who eat healthier diets are less likely to experience a condition called circadian syndrome—a …
Read MoreVitamin D and Body's Defense System in Leprosy Patients
Researchers in the Brazilian Amazon studied how vitamin D levels and the body's immune system work together in people with leprosy, a bacterial infection that …
Read MoreDoes Eating Full-Fat Dairy Help With Weight Loss?
Researchers wanted to know if eating three servings of full-fat dairy products each day could help adults lose weight. They studied 74 adults who were …
Read MoreYoung Gymnasts May Not Be Eating Enough for Their Sport
Researchers studied 56 young female rhythmic gymnasts in Spain to understand what they eat and how it affects their bodies. They found that the gymnasts, …
Read MoreMilk Allergies in Babies May Affect Bone Strength Later
Researchers followed teenagers who had cow's milk allergies as babies to see if it affected their bones. They compared 43 teens with confirmed milk allergies, …
Read MoreMagnesium and Vitamin D Team Up to Protect Your Kidneys
Researchers studied over 12,000 Americans to understand how two important nutrients—magnesium and vitamin D—work together to protect kidney health. They found …
Read MoreSmall Farms Growing More Foods Helps Families Eat Better
Researchers in Ethiopia studied how small family farms can grow different types of foods to help people get better nutrition. When farmers grow a variety of …
Read MoreEating Better for You AND the Planet: What Swedish Food Choices Reveal
Researchers looked at what people in Sweden eat and discovered something interesting: the foods that are best for your health aren't always the best for the …
Read MoreWhy Extra Weight Makes Long COVID Brain Fog Worse
Scientists reviewed research showing that people with long COVID who also carry extra weight tend to experience worse brain fog and memory problems. The study …
Read MoreDoes Folate Vitamin Help Your Immune System Work Better?
Researchers looked at whether a B vitamin called folate affects how well your immune system works. They studied a large group of people and measured their …
Read MoreWhen Families Struggle to Buy Food, Kids' Growth and Eating Suffer
Researchers studied nearly 1,000 families who receive government food assistance to understand how struggling to afford food affects young children's health …
Read MoreDoes Eating More Folate Help Kids Stay at Healthy Weights?
Researchers looked at information from thousands of American children and teenagers to see if eating foods rich in folate (a B vitamin found in leafy greens, …
Read MoreWhy Eating Well Before Cancer Treatment Matters for Survival
Researchers studied 214 patients with throat cancer to understand how swallowing problems and nutrition affect survival. They found that patients who were …
Read MoreB Vitamins Before Parkinson's Diagnosis May Help You Live Longer
Researchers followed over 1,500 people with Parkinson's disease for 15 years to see if B vitamins (folate, B6, and B12) affected how long they lived. They …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Be Key to Fighting Childhood Obesity
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your digestive system might play a bigger role in childhood obesity than we thought. This research …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Boost Brain Health Protein, Study Finds
Scientists reviewed 13 studies to understand how different diets affect a special protein in your brain called BDNF. This protein is important for memory, …
Read MoreHow Your Child's Gut Bacteria Affect Brain Health and Digestion
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in your child's stomach and intestines play a huge role in their overall health—not just …
Read MoreHow Diet and Gut Health May Help Control Rheumatoid Arthritis
Researchers are studying how what people with rheumatoid arthritis eat, combined with their gut health and life circumstances, might affect their disease …
Read MoreTiny Bugs Inside Bugs: How Milkweed Bugs Get Their Helpful Bacteria
Scientists discovered that milkweed bugs carry helpful bacteria inside their bodies that change throughout their lives. These bacteria come from their mothers …
Read MorePlant Proteins May Help Older Adults Have Healthier Gut Bacteria
Scientists studied how different types of protein affect the gut bacteria of people aged 60-80. They found that eating more plant-based proteins (like beans …
Read MoreEating Healthy May Help Prevent Kidney Stones
Researchers studied over 25,000 American adults to understand how different healthy eating patterns affect kidney stone risk. They found that people who …
Read MoreGiving Women More Power Helps Them Eat Better Foods
Researchers in Bangladesh studied 230 women from the Tripura tribal community to understand how much control women have in their lives and how that affects …
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 MoreCombining Two Heart-Healthy Diets: What Scientists Are Learning
Researchers are exploring how combining two popular healthy eating plans—the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet—might help people manage high blood pressure …
Read MoreNew Gel Food Helps People with Swallowing Problems Eat Safely
Scientists created a special gel made from agar and collagen that could help people who have difficulty swallowing. They tested different versions of this gel …
Read MoreHealthier Diets in Mexico Cost Less and Help the Planet
Researchers in Mexico compared what people currently eat with seven different healthier diet options to see which ones were cheaper, better for the …
Read MoreHow Safe Are Food Additives? What You Need to Know
Food additives are chemicals added to foods to preserve them, improve taste, or change color. Governments around the world have strict rules about which …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Affect Your Eye Health After 60
Researchers looked at what 1,619 Korean adults over age 60 ate and whether it connected to cataracts—a clouding of the eye lens that makes vision blurry. They …
Read MoreJunk Food Linked to Weight Gain in Young Adults
Researchers studied 190 young adults in Saudi Arabia to understand how ultra-processed foods (like packaged snacks, fast food, and sugary drinks) affect weight …
Read MoreDoes Following Japan's Food Guide Help You Eat Better?
Researchers in Japan studied nearly 500 adults to see if following their country's food guide (called the Spinning Top) helped people eat more nutritious …
Read MoreWhy Italians Are Eating More Junk Food Than Ever Before
Researchers looked at what Italians ate over 15 years to see if their diets were getting healthier or unhealthier. They compared food choices from 2005-2006 …
Read MoreMediterranean Diet May Help Ease Menopause Symptoms
Researchers studied 149 women past menopause to see if eating a Mediterranean-style diet could help with uncomfortable symptoms like hot flashes and mood …
Read MoreVitamin B12 and Female Hormones: What Women Need to Know
Researchers studied over 4,500 American adults to understand how vitamin B12 levels relate to testosterone in women and men. They found something surprising: …
Read MorePlant Protein May Help Kidneys Differently at Each Disease Stage
Researchers studied over 16,000 people to understand how much plant-based protein helps people with kidney disease. They found that the best amount of plant …
Read MoreWhy Some Kids in Bangladesh Struggle More With Weight
Researchers in Bangladesh looked at why childhood weight problems aren't equally distributed across different communities. Using data analysis techniques, they …
Read MoreWhat Southern Chinese People Eat and How It Affects Their Health
Researchers studied 330 people in southern China to understand how their eating habits connect to their weight and metabolic health. They found three main …
Read MoreWhy Vitamins May Help Protect Joint Health After Hysterectomy
Researchers looked at health data from thousands of Americans to understand why women who have had a hysterectomy (surgical removal of the uterus) seem to …
Read MoreScientists Find the Gene That Makes Oranges More Nutritious
Researchers discovered how to make citrus fruits like oranges and grapefruits contain more β-cryptoxanthin, a nutrient that your body converts into vitamin A. …
Read MoreMost UK Adults Eat Too Much Ultra-Processed Food
Researchers looked at what over 8,000 UK adults ate between 2008 and 2019 to understand their ultra-processed food habits. They found that more than half of …
Read MoreEating Healthy to Protect Your Heart: What Science Shows
Researchers wanted to understand if a special eating plan designed to prevent weight gain could also protect your heart. They created something called the …
Read MoreA Nordic Diet Designed to Help Your Kidneys Stay Healthy
Researchers looked at a special eating plan called the New Nordic Renal Diet that's designed to help people with kidney problems. This diet focuses on eating …
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 MoreBetter Diet Choices May Ease Chronic Pain, Even Without Major Weight Loss
Researchers studied 104 Australian adults with overweight or obesity who followed a healthy eating plan for 3 months. The study found that people who improved …
Read MoreHow Exercise, Sleep, and Food Help Your Mental Health
The World Psychiatric Association released a major plan for 2023-2026 focused on helping people's mental health through simple lifestyle changes. The plan …
Read MoreSleep, Exercise, and Healthy Eating: Your Secret to Feeling Better
Researchers studied over 2,000 young adults to understand what makes people feel happier and more satisfied with life. They looked at three main habits: how …
Read MoreCan Eating Beans Help Your Liver Stay Healthy?
Researchers looked at studies about eating legumes (beans, lentils, peas) and how they affect liver and gallbladder health. They found that eating legumes …
Read MoreJunk Food May Harm Men's Health and Fertility
Researchers studied how ultra-processed foods affect men's bodies and reproductive health. In a controlled experiment, men who ate more processed foods showed …
Read MoreCan Plant-Based Proteins Help Fix Digestive Problems?
Researchers reviewed 66 scientific studies to see if eating more plant-based proteins could help people with common digestive diseases like fatty liver …
Read MoreSimple Lifestyle Changes Help Latino Adults Lower Blood Sugar
Researchers in Ecuador tested whether a 10-session program based on proven diabetes prevention methods could help Latino adults lower their blood sugar levels. …
Read MoreWhy Kidney Dialysis Patients Need Anti-Inflammatory Foods
Researchers studied what 54 kidney dialysis patients were eating and found that most of them (83%) were consuming foods that increase inflammation in their …
Read MoreCan a Heart-Healthy Diet Help Protect Your Kidneys?
Researchers looked at whether the DASH diet—a eating plan designed to lower blood pressure—might help people with kidney disease slow down their condition. …
Read MoreDoes Magnesium Help Prevent Migraines in Women?
Researchers studied over 3,200 women to see if getting enough magnesium in their diet could help prevent migraines. They found that younger women (before …
Read MoreFood and Exercise: Your Secret Weapons for a Sharper Brain
Scientists have found strong evidence that what you eat and how much you exercise directly affect how well your brain works. A special diet called the MIND …
Read MoreScientists Create Super Tomatoes with More Vitamin A
Researchers used advanced gene-editing technology to create tomatoes with significantly higher levels of beta-carotene, a nutrient your body converts into …
Read MoreBetter Diet and Lower Inflammation May Help COPD Patients Live Longer
Researchers studied nearly 11,000 people to understand how diet quality and body inflammation affect lung disease (COPD). They found that people with …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Help With Endometriosis Pain
Endometriosis is a painful condition where tissue grows in the wrong places inside a woman's body. Researchers studied 200 women to see how food choices and …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Cancer Through Food Choices
Scientists are discovering that the trillions of tiny bacteria living in your stomach play a surprising role in cancer prevention and treatment. What you eat …
Read MoreHow Money Problems Change What People Eat in Pakistan
When a country faces serious money troubles, people have to make tough choices about food. Researchers in Lahore, Pakistan studied how the recent economic …
Read MoreLong Commutes May Hurt Your Diet and Your Family's Health
A new study from China looked at whether spending a lot of time commuting to work affects what people eat. Researchers found that workers with longer commutes …
Read MoreWhat People With Huntington's Disease Eat and When They Eat It
Researchers surveyed 116 people with or at risk for Huntington's disease to understand their eating habits. They found that many people in this community …
Read MoreEating More Variety Helps Keep Your Gums Healthy
Researchers studied over 26,000 older adults in China to see if eating different types of foods affects gum health. They found that people who ate a wider …
Read MoreDo Vegetarians Have Different Blood Cell Counts?
Researchers looked at blood cell counts in vegetarians compared to people who eat meat using data from a large US health survey. They found that vegetarians …
Read MoreSpecial Probiotics Help Underweight Adults Gain Healthy Weight
Researchers tested whether a special probiotic supplement could help underweight adults gain weight when combined with eating extra calories. Over 8 weeks, 95 …
Read MoreAnemia Affects Millions Worldwide: What You Need to Know
Researchers looked at anemia (a condition where your body doesn't have enough healthy red blood cells) across the entire world from 1990 to 2021. They found …
Read MoreB Vitamins May Help Protect Your Brain From Dementia
Researchers followed over 4,000 Japanese adults for 15 years to see if eating foods rich in B vitamins could help prevent dementia. They found that people who …
Read MoreHow Food Affects Your Mood: The Serotonin-Nutrition Connection
Scientists reviewed hundreds of studies to understand how the food you eat affects serotonin, a brain chemical that controls your mood, sleep, and appetite. …
Read MoreTwo Brain Vitamins Work Better Together for Older Adults
Researchers studied nearly 2,500 people over age 60 to see how vitamins B2 and E affect thinking and memory skills. They found that people who ate more of both …
Read MoreHow Your Gut Bacteria Evolved to Help You Digest Food
Scientists have discovered that the bacteria living in your stomach and intestines didn't just randomly show up—they evolved alongside humans and other mammals …
Read MoreYour Menstrual Cycle May Not Change How Much You Eat
Many women report that their appetite and food cravings change throughout their menstrual cycle, but a new study suggests this might not actually happen as …
Read MoreBad Air Makes People Buy Healthier Food (But Only for a While)
When air pollution gets worse in Chinese cities, something surprising happens: families start buying more healthy foods like fruits, vegetables, and dairy …
Read MorePlant-Based Diet with More Dairy May Help Lower Uric Acid Levels
Researchers studied how a sustainable, plant-based eating pattern called the Planetary Health Diet affects high uric acid levels in the blood—a condition that …
Read MoreCan Extra Help Improve Meals on Wheels for Homebound Seniors?
Researchers are testing whether adding extra support to Meals on Wheels can help homebound older adults eat better and feel less lonely. The study gives some …
Read MoreTree Gum Supplement Changes Gut Bacteria and Brain Activity in Fish
Scientists studied how gum arabic, a natural fiber from acacia trees, affects the health of zebrafish by looking at their gut bacteria, brain activity, and …
Read MoreCan Vitamin D Help Fight Liver Cancer?
Liver cancer is a serious disease that affects nearly 1 million people worldwide each year, often caused by hepatitis infections. Scientists are exploring how …
Read MoreMany Shoulder Surgery Patients Have Nutrition Problems Before Surgery
Researchers looked at 42 people getting shoulder surgery to see how many had nutrition problems before their operation. They found that about 12% of patients …
Read MoreAmericans Are Getting More Vitamin D, But Some Are Getting Too Much
Researchers looked at vitamin D levels in Americans from 2007 to 2023 using data from a large national health survey. They found that fewer people have low …
Read MoreWhy Whole Foods May Protect Your Health Better Than Ultra-Processed Foods
Researchers looked at how different types of foods affect our health by comparing whole, natural foods with ultra-processed options. The study suggests that …
Read MoreEating Healthier Foods May Help Prevent Fatty Liver Disease
A large study of over 20,000 Americans found that people who eat higher-quality diets are less likely to develop a common liver condition called fatty liver …
Read MoreScientists Find the Gene That Controls Folate in Sweet Potatoes
Researchers discovered a specific gene called IbADCL1 that controls how much folate (a vital B vitamin) sweet potatoes store in their roots. By studying 26 …
Read MoreDoes Vitamin B12 Really Help Your Bones? New Study Has Surprising Answers
Researchers looked at data from over 64,000 people to understand how vitamin B12 in our diet affects bone strength. They found something unexpected: more B12 …
Read MoreWhat Teen Girls Eat and How It Connects to Eating Problems
Researchers studied the eating habits of teenage girls in Bengal to understand how diet quality and eating patterns might relate to eating disorders. By …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Affect Your Sleep If You Have High Cholesterol
A new study found that people with high cholesterol who eat inflammatory foods (like processed snacks and sugary items) may have more trouble sleeping. The …
Read MoreVitamins and Minerals Your Brain Really Needs to Work Best
Your brain needs certain vitamins and minerals to work properly, just like a car needs oil and gas. A new review of research shows that getting enough of …
Read MoreWhat Mediterranean and Chinese Diets Teach Us About Living Longer
Researchers from Italy and China came together to study two famous healthy eating styles: the Mediterranean diet from Southern Europe and Cantonese cuisine …
Read MoreDoes Folate Help Prevent Colon Cancer Deaths?
Researchers looked at whether getting enough folate (a B vitamin found in leafy greens and beans) might help protect people from dying of colon cancer. They …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Help or Hurt Endometriosis Pain
Endometriosis is a painful condition where tissue grows in the wrong places inside a woman's body. Scientists reviewed lots of research to understand how food …
Read MoreSmall Food Swaps Can Cut Pollution and Keep You Healthy
Scientists discovered that you don't need to completely change what you eat to help the planet and stay healthy. By making smart choices within the foods you …
Read MoreNew Activity Program Helps People With Dementia Eat Better
Researchers tested a new program called SPREMON that combines memory exercises with hands-on activities to help people with dementia in nursing homes eat more …
Read MoreHealthy Eating and Living May Help Prevent Colds and Flu
Researchers in Northeast China studied whether eating well and living a healthy lifestyle could help people avoid catching colds and upper respiratory …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Protect Your Eyes From Diabetes Damage
A new review of scientific studies shows that what you eat can help protect your eyes if you have diabetes. Researchers found that eating a Mediterranean-style …
Read MoreCan Online Exercise and Nutrition Help Slow Memory Loss?
Researchers talked to doctors and people with early-stage dementia (along with their caregivers) to understand what they think about getting health care …
Read MoreHow Korean Eating Habits Changed in 16 Years and What It Means
Researchers looked at what Korean adults ate between 2007 and 2022 to see how eating habits changed over time. They studied nearly 80,000 people and found that …
Read MoreCan the DASH Diet Help Keep Your Muscles Strong as You Age?
Researchers investigated whether the DASH diet—a eating plan focused on vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins—might help prevent sarcopenia, a …
Read MoreCertain Foods May Raise Your Risk of Gout-Related Disease
Researchers studied over 4,300 people from coastal China to understand which foods might increase the risk of hyperuricemia—a condition where your body has too …
Read MoreMost Moroccan Women Don't Get Enough Vitamin D
Researchers studied 355 women in Morocco to understand why so many don't get enough vitamin D, a nutrient crucial for strong bones and overall health. They …
Read MoreJunk Food May Speed Up Aging in Your Skin
Researchers studied how eating ultra-processed foods (like packaged snacks, fast food, and sugary drinks) affects aging in the body. They looked at university …
Read MoreLearning to Cook Better May Help Reduce Stomach Problems
Researchers studied 328 young adults to see if cooking skills could help reduce stomach issues like pain, reflux, and diarrhea. They found that people with …
Read MoreMinerals in Food May Help Boost Good Cholesterol in Diabetes
Researchers studied how minerals from food affect cholesterol levels in people with type 2 diabetes. They found that eating foods rich in certain minerals …
Read MoreHow Breast Cancer Survivors Changed Their Eating Habits
Researchers studied 260 breast cancer survivors who were overweight to see if changing their diet and exercise habits could help them lose weight. Over two …
Read MoreCan Special Diets Help People With MS Feel Better?
Researchers are testing whether two specific eating plans might help people with relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (a type of MS) feel better and have …
Read MoreNew CF Drug Helps People Gain Weight and Get Better Nutrition
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a disease that makes it hard for the body to digest food and absorb nutrients. A new combination medicine called …
Read MoreHow Tiny Bugs in Fish Guts Help Them Stay Healthy
Scientists have discovered that fish and shellfish have trillions of microscopic organisms living in their digestive systems, similar to humans. These tiny …
Read MoreExercise and Healthy Eating Help Lupus Patients Feel Less Tired
A new program called "Living Well with Lupus" tested whether exercise and nutrition advice could help people with lupus feel better. Researchers in Brazil …
Read MoreHow Your Gut Bacteria May Help Fight Depression
Scientists are discovering that what you eat affects the bacteria living in your stomach, and these bacteria might play a big role in depression. A new review …
Read MoreHow Better Nutrition Helps Prevent Diabetes Complications
Type 2 diabetes damages the body because it disrupts how we process food and nutrients. This disruption leads to nerve damage, kidney problems, and poor wound …
Read MoreHow Your Gut Bugs and Food Work Together to Shape Your Body
Scientists studied how the food we eat and the tiny bacteria living in our gut work together to affect our bodies. Using fruit flies, they tested 120 different …
Read MoreWild Plants Feed Communities in Ethiopia—But They're Disappearing
Researchers in Ethiopia studied 64 different wild plants that local communities eat to stay healthy and fed. They talked to 96 people about which plants they …
Read MoreDoes Eating Healthy Help You Sleep Better? What Science Found
Researchers wanted to know if eating a healthier diet helps college women sleep better at night. They looked at what over 300 female students ate and how well …
Read MoreYour Teeth Shape What You Eat: A Study of Older Adults
Researchers studied nearly 12,000 older adults in China to understand how dental health affects what people choose to eat. They found that people with fewer …
Read MoreHow Your Body Uses Protein: What Matters for Muscle Health
When you eat protein, your body breaks it down into smaller pieces called amino acids that help build and repair muscles. Scientists wanted to understand how …
Read MoreWhat You Eat Affects Your Sleep Hormone Levels
Researchers studied over 6,500 Chinese adults to understand how different eating patterns affect melatonin, the body's natural sleep hormone. They found that …
Read MoreWhy Women and Men Grow and Eat Sweet Potatoes Differently
Researchers in Ghana studied how men and women differently grow and eat sweet potatoes. They surveyed 300 people and found that men do most of the planting and …
Read MoreEating More Whole Grains May Help Your Body Use Vitamin D Better
Researchers in China tested whether eating more whole grains could help people at risk of diabetes get better vitamin D levels. For 12 weeks, some people ate …
Read MoreCooking at Home Helps Women Eat Healthier, Less Processed Foods
Researchers studied nearly 12,000 Italian women to understand how often they cook at home and what they eat. They found that women who cook at home almost …
Read MoreEating More Variety May Help Control a Serious Skin Disease
A new study looked at whether eating a wider variety of foods helps people with pemphigus vulgaris, a rare disease where the body attacks its own skin cells, …
Read MoreHidden Danger in Street Food: Why Trans Fats Matter
Researchers in Tbilisi, Georgia tested popular street foods to measure how much trans fat they contain. Trans fats are unhealthy fats that can increase your …
Read MoreEating Healthy May Help Protect Kidneys in People With High Blood Pressure
Researchers studied over 12,800 American adults with high blood pressure to see if eating a healthier diet could protect their kidneys. They found that people …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Affect Kidney Cyst Risk, Study Finds
Researchers studied over 119,000 people for more than 10 years to understand how diet affects the development of fluid-filled sacs in the kidneys. They found …
Read MoreSpecial Amino Acids May Help Heal Pressure Sores Faster
Pressure sores are painful wounds that develop when people sit or lie in one position too long. Doctors know that good nutrition helps wounds heal, but many …
Read MoreWhy Your Vitamin D Levels Matter for Heart Health
A new research article explores how vitamin D—a nutrient your body makes from sunlight and gets from certain foods—may play an important role in preventing …
Read MoreCan Eating Colorful Foods Improve Your Mood and Mental Health?
Researchers looked at 38 scientific studies to see if special plant compounds called flavonoids—found in foods like blueberries, cocoa, and grapes—could help …
Read MoreExercise and Better Food Help Older Adults Build Muscle and Stay Balanced
Researchers tested whether combining special nursing care, good nutrition, and exercise could help older adults with sarcopenia—a condition where muscles …
Read MoreToo Much Folic Acid May Harm Brain Recovery After Stroke
Researchers studied how extra folic acid in the diet affects the brain after a stroke-like event. Using fruit flies as a model, they found that flies eating …
Read MoreDoes Eating Better Help Reduce Inflammation in Gut Disease?
Researchers wanted to know if eating a higher-quality diet could help people with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) feel better by reducing inflammation and …
Read MoreWhat Kids With Asthma and Extra Weight Should Eat
Researchers studied 100 children to understand how food choices affect asthma, especially in kids who are overweight or obese. They found that the types of …
Read MoreEating Alone May Shrink Your Brain, Study Finds
Researchers studied 727 healthy older adults in Japan and discovered something surprising: people who eat alone regularly have smaller brain regions compared …
Read MoreWhy Vitamin D May Help Protect Teen Livers from Fat Buildup
Researchers studied nearly 950 teenagers to understand how vitamin D levels affect fatty liver disease, a condition where too much fat builds up in the liver. …
Read MoreDoes Low Folate Cause Bleeding Hemorrhoids? New Study Investigates
Researchers used a special statistical method called Mendelian Randomization to investigate whether low folate levels might cause hemorrhoids that bleed. …
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 MoreScientists Find Ways to Grow Wheat With More Vitamin B6
Researchers studied 262 different types of wheat to understand how to grow varieties with higher levels of vitamin B6, an important nutrient our bodies need. …
Read MoreColorful Veggies May Help Keep Weight in Check
Researchers studied over 13,000 American adults and found that people who eat more colorful fruits and vegetables tend to have healthier weights. The study …
Read MoreWhich Seed Oils Are Actually Good for Your Health?
Researchers tested six different seed oils to see which ones could help fix problems with how most people eat in Western countries. They measured the healthy …
Read MoreGut-Friendly Foods May Lower High Cholesterol Risk
Researchers studied over 21,000 American adults to understand how diet affects cholesterol levels and gut health. They created a scoring system to measure how …
Read MoreSpecial Eggs Boost Omega-3 Levels Better Than Regular Eggs
Researchers wanted to see if eggs enriched with omega-3 fatty acids could help people get more of these healthy fats in their blood. They had 43 healthy people …
Read MoreSimple Blood Test May Help Predict Muscle Loss in Arthritis Patients
Researchers studied 178 patients with rheumatoid arthritis to understand why some develop sarcopenia—a condition where people lose muscle mass and strength. …
Read MoreEating Healthy Foods May Help Reduce Depression and Anxiety
Researchers studied over 1,100 Iranian adults who were at risk for heart disease to see if eating a healthy diet called the PURE diet could help with …
Read MoreWhy Body Minerals Matter in Fighting Tuberculosis
Researchers discovered that people with active tuberculosis have unusual levels of important minerals in their blood, including too much copper and too little …
Read MoreEating More Plants May Protect Diabetics From Serious Complications
Researchers followed over 6,000 people with type 2 diabetes for nearly 10 years to see how their eating habits affected serious health problems. They found …
Read MoreGetting Enough Folate May Lower Depression Risk
Researchers used advanced genetic analysis to study whether getting enough folate (a B vitamin found in leafy greens and beans) could help prevent depression. …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Affect Inflammation in Lipedema
Researchers studied 60 women with lipedema, a condition that causes painful fat buildup, to see if diet affects body inflammation. They found that women who …
Read MoreActive Women Had Healthier Eating Habits Before Breast Cancer
Researchers studied 108 women with breast cancer to see if their exercise habits before diagnosis were connected to their eating and health choices. They split …
Read MoreGetting Kids Ready Before Blood Cell Transplants: Does It Help?
Doctors are exploring whether preparing children's bodies before blood cell transplants can help them recover better. This review looked at nine studies about …
Read MoreWhen Food is Hard to Find: How It Affects People Before Weight Loss Surgery
Researchers studied 818 people preparing for weight loss surgery to understand how struggling to get enough food affects their eating habits and emotions. They …
Read MoreBrain-Healthy Diet Works Differently for Different Racial Groups
Researchers studied whether a popular brain-healthy diet called the MIND diet helps people's memory and thinking skills the same way for everyone. They looked …
Read MoreSpecial Protein Drink Helps Control Blood Sugar After Breakfast
Researchers in India tested whether a diabetes-specific protein supplement could help people with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar levels after …
Read MoreYour Gut Bacteria May Help Prevent Heart Disease
Scientists are discovering that the bacteria living in your digestive system play a surprising role in heart health. A new review of research shows that what …
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 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 MoreSpecial Diet Helps People With Stomach Problems Feel Better
Researchers studied how a special diet called the low-FODMAP diet affects people with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), a condition that causes stomach pain and …
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 MoreBetter Diabetes Diets Using Foods You Already Eat
Researchers in Indonesia studied 174 people with type 2 diabetes aged 50-64 to create personalized meal plans using foods available in their local communities. …
Read MoreHow a Common Diabetes Drug May Help Older Adults Stay Sharp
Researchers studied 468 older adults with type 2 diabetes to understand what helps them stay mentally and physically strong as they age. They found that people …
Read MoreProtein Shakes Help Older Hospital Patients Build Muscle Back
When older people stay in the hospital for a long time, they lose muscle mass very quickly, which makes them weaker and less able to move around. Researchers …
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 MoreThe Right Amount of Folate May Help Keep You Strong as You Age
Researchers looked at how a B vitamin called folate affects whether older adults become frail and weak. They studied over 31,000 Americans and measured folate …
Read MoreWhy Ultra-Processed Foods Are Harming Kids' Health
A new comprehensive review shows that ultra-processed foods—like packaged snacks, sugary cereals, and fast food—make up about two-thirds of what American …
Read MoreHealthy Eating and Tooth Health May Help Stop Binge Eating
Researchers studied over 1,000 adults to understand how three things connect: eating a Mediterranean diet (lots of vegetables, fish, and olive oil), binge …
Read MoreWhat You Need to Know About Vitamin B6 and Your Health
Vitamin B6 is an important nutrient that your body uses every day to stay healthy, but many people don't get enough of it. Scientists are learning more about …
Read MoreCan Choline Help Fix Fatty Liver Disease?
Your liver can accumulate too much fat, which is becoming a common health problem. Scientists think this happens partly because many people don't get enough …
Read MoreDo Professional Dancers Eat Differently Than Other Women?
Researchers in Greece compared how professional female dancers eat and their body composition to non-dancer women of similar age. They found that dancers had …
Read MoreWhat Middle-Aged Latinos Know About Keeping Their Brains Healthy
Researchers talked to 30 Latino adults about what they think keeps their brains healthy as they get older. Most people knew that exercise and eating well are …
Read MoreTomato Power: How This Food May Help Prevent Gum Disease
Researchers studied over 1,200 older adults to understand why some people develop serious gum disease while others don't. They found that people who eat enough …
Read MoreEating Healthy Foods Helps Keep Your Muscles Strong
Researchers looked at data from over 4,000 middle-aged adults to see if eating a healthy diet could help prevent muscle loss. They found that people who ate …
Read MoreClimate Change Is Forcing People to Move—And It's Affecting Food
As climate change makes some areas harder to live in, millions of people are moving to new places. This shift is creating big challenges for feeding everyone …
Read MoreClean Water and Good Nutrition Help Kids Think Better at School Age
Researchers in Bangladesh followed children for 7 years to see if early access to clean water, better bathrooms, handwashing, and nutrition support would help …
Read MoreWhy So Many Indian Kids Don't Get Enough Vitamin D
Researchers in India studied 277 children to understand why so many don't have enough vitamin D in their blood, even though India gets plenty of sunshine. They …
Read MoreLiving Longer AND Staying Strong: The Exercise and Diet Combo
Scientists discovered that combining three simple changes—eating less of one amino acid, adding a supplement, and exercising—can help fruit flies live longer …
Read MoreB Vitamins May Help Protect Against Stomach Bacteria Infection
Researchers looked at what over 3,400 Americans ate and found that people who got more B vitamins in their diet were less likely to have a stomach infection …
Read MoreWhat You Eat Really Matters for Stomach Problems
Millions of people struggle with stomach discomfort after eating, often diagnosed as functional dyspepsia or gastroparesis. These conditions make digestion …
Read MoreVitamin D and Potassium May Help Fight COVID-19, New Study Shows
Researchers looked at how certain nutrients and blood markers might affect a person's chances of getting COVID-19 or having severe symptoms. They focused on …
Read MoreEating More Fish Oil May Help You Age Slower, Study Shows
Scientists studied over 2,000 Americans to see how different types of fats in food affect aging at the cellular level. They found that people who ate more …
Read MoreChatbots Help People Eat Better and Lose Weight, New Study Shows
Researchers looked at 10 studies involving nearly 500 people to see if chatbots and AI assistants can help improve eating habits. They found that these digital …
Read MoreBlood Sugar Monitors Help People with Diabetes Make Better Food Choices
Scientists looked at 21 studies involving 2,734 adults with type 2 diabetes to see if continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) help people make better food choices. …
Read MoreChia Seeds May Help Lower Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
Scientists reviewed multiple studies involving about 2,500 people to see if chia seeds really improve health. They found that eating chia seeds regularly may …
Read MoreGetting Enough Calcium May Help Protect Against Stomach Cancer
Scientists looked at 13 studies involving over 1.6 million people to see if eating more calcium affects stomach cancer risk. While the overall results weren't …
Read MoreEating More Plants May Lower Your Risk of Colon Cancer by 9%
A large study combining data from over 1.2 million people found that those who ate more plant-based foods had a 9% lower risk of developing colorectal cancer. …
Read MoreEating More Vitamin K Foods May Help Prevent Broken Bones
Scientists looked at data from nearly 94,000 people to see if eating foods rich in vitamin K could help prevent fractures. They found that people who ate more …
Read MoreLiving with an Ileostomy: What Health Problems Might You Face?
Researchers looked at 20 studies to understand what health problems people with ileostomies might develop over time. An ileostomy is a surgical opening that …
Read MoreLiving with an Ileostomy: What Health Problems Might Develop Over Time?
Researchers looked at what health problems people with ileostomies might develop over time. An ileostomy is a surgical opening that allows waste to leave the …
Read MoreSkipping Breakfast May Harm Your Health in Many Ways, New Review Shows
A major review of 66 studies found that skipping breakfast may be linked to several health problems. Researchers looked at data from 2010 to 2025 and …
Read MoreLow Folate Levels May Double Risk of Problems After Shoulder Surgery
Researchers found that people with low folate levels (a B vitamin) had twice as many complications after total shoulder replacement surgery compared to those …
Read MoreLow Vitamin B12 May Double Risk of Bedwetting in Kids
Researchers studied 184 children with bedwetting problems and compared them to 167 healthy kids. They found that children with low vitamin B12 levels were …
Read MoreWhat You Eat Affects Your Hair: Study Shows Best Foods for Healthy Hair
Scientists reviewed 17 studies involving over 61,000 people to understand how diet affects hair health. They found that getting enough vitamin D and iron may …
Read MoreFood Warning Labels Help Older Adults Make Healthier Choices
Researchers studied 1,125 adults over 60 in Brazil to see how warning labels on food packages affect their shopping choices. They found that warning labels do …
Read MoreHealthy Eating May Help Protect Your Brain as You Age
As people live longer, brain problems like dementia are becoming more common worldwide. This research review looked at many studies to see if eating better can …
Read MoreStudents with Poor Diets More Likely to Take Supplements, Study Finds
A new study of 459 Chinese university students found that those with the poorest eating habits were most likely to take dietary supplements. Students who ate …
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 MoreSaudi Arabia Creates New Healthy Eating Guide to Fight Disease
Saudi Arabia's health experts created a new eating guide called the Saudi Healthy Plate 2024 to help people eat better and prevent diseases like diabetes and …
Read MoreBetter Nutrition May Help Premature Babies' Eye Development
Researchers studied 318 eyes of premature babies to understand how their vision develops. They found that babies who gained more weight developed better eye …
Read MoreDifferent Types of Folate May Affect Where Kids Store Body Fat
Scientists studied over 2,000 American children and teens to see how different forms of folate (a B vitamin) relate to where their bodies store fat. They found …
Read MoreHealthy Food Choices Can Help Prevent and Manage Many Diseases
A comprehensive nutrition guide explores how the foods we eat every day can either protect us from disease or make us more likely to get sick. The research …
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 …
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