How Much Fish Do You Really Need for Brain Health?
Researchers looked at whether eating fish twice a week—as most health guidelines suggest—gives you enough omega-3 fatty acids for your body to work its best. …
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Plant-Based Omega-3s May Help Your Heart and Metabolism
Scientists reviewed research on alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), a healthy fat found in plants like flaxseeds, walnuts, and canola oil. This fat is important for …
Read MoreAncient Seed Oil May Help Lower Cholesterol Naturally
Researchers studied perilla seed oil, a traditional Asian herb supplement, to understand how it helps lower cholesterol and improve fat metabolism in the body. …
Read MoreWhy Fish Need Healthy Fats to Survive in New Homes
Scientists studied how fish adapt when they move from salty ocean water to freshwater lakes and rivers. They discovered that a special healthy fat called DHA …
Read MoreCertain Fats May Affect Heart Health in People With Arthritis
Researchers looked at what people with rheumatoid arthritis eat and whether certain types of fat in their diet are connected to heart disease. Using …
Read MoreYour Genes May Determine How Well Fish Oil Works for You
Scientists reviewed 132 studies to understand why fish oil and similar supplements work differently for different people. They found that your genes play a big …
Read MoreWhat Lambs Eat Changes the Health Benefits of Their Meat
Researchers wanted to know if adding more fiber to lamb feed would change the quality and healthiness of the meat. They fed different groups of lambs diets …
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 MoreSpecial Pig Feed Makes Fried Pork Smell and Taste Different
Scientists studied how feeding pigs a special diet with flaxseed oil and selenium changed the smell and taste of fried pork meat. They used advanced lab …
Read MorePlant-Based Omega-3 Oils May Boost Heart-Healthy Fats
Researchers tested two plant-based oils—Echium and Ahiflower—to see if they could replace fish oil as a source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for …
Read MoreChia Seed Oil May Help Control Blood Sugar in Obese People
Researchers studied whether chia seed oil could help people with obesity-related diabetes by looking at how it affects the body's iron levels and gut bacteria. …
Read MoreFish Oil Supplement May Help Sepsis Patients Survive in Hospital
Researchers studied 633 patients with sepsis (a serious blood infection) to see if omega-3 fatty acids—a type of healthy fat found in fish—could help them …
Read MoreFish Oil Compound May Help a Common Type of Heart Failure
Researchers discovered that a natural compound found in fish oil called EPA may help treat a common type of heart failure where the heart doesn't pump blood …
Read MoreWhat You Eat Early in Pregnancy May Help Prevent Miscarriage
Researchers compared the eating habits of 65 women who had early pregnancy loss with 65 women who had healthy pregnancies. They found that women with healthy …
Read MoreNew Fish Food Made From Microbes Works as Well as Fish Oil
Scientists tested whether salmon could eat food made from microbes and plants instead of traditional fish oil. They fed different groups of Atlantic salmon for …
Read MoreFish Oil Supplements May Help Protect Memory on Low-Carb Diets
Researchers found that eating a low-carbohydrate, high-protein diet can hurt working memory (the ability to remember things for short periods) in mice. …
Read MoreFish Oil Supplements Don't Prevent Broken Bones, Large Study Finds
Researchers studied whether fish oil supplements could help prevent broken bones and strengthen bones in middle-aged and older adults. Over 25,000 people took …
Read MoreWhat Mom Eats During Pregnancy Affects Baby's Fat Levels
Researchers studied how a mother's diet during pregnancy affects the types of healthy fats found in both the mother's and baby's bodies. They looked at rats …
Read MoreBlood Tests and Vitamin D May Help Predict Dementia Risk
Researchers studied over 162,000 people to understand how two simple blood markers—red blood cell variation and vitamin D levels—might predict dementia risk. …
Read MoreA Special Fat May Help Reduce Seizures by Fixing Body Chemistry
Scientists discovered that a genetic mutation causing seizures changes how the body processes energy and nutrients. They found that a type of healthy fat …
Read MoreDoes Eating Fish Help You Stay Younger? New Study Has Answers
Researchers wanted to know if eating fish could help slow down how fast our bodies age. They studied thousands of American adults and found that people who ate …
Read MoreCan Walnut Meal Make Chicken Meat Healthier?
Researchers tested whether adding walnut meal (a byproduct from walnut oil production) to chicken feed could be a cheaper alternative to traditional feed …
Read MoreGreen Algae Boosts Chicken Health and Meat Quality
Researchers tested whether adding a nutrient-rich green algae called Chlorella to chicken feed could improve how efficiently chickens grow and the quality of …
Read MoreFish Oil Supplements May Help Iron Levels in Young Women
Researchers gave omega-3 fish oil supplements to 39 college-aged women with low iron for 8 weeks to see if it would help their bodies store iron better. The …
Read MoreFish Oil May Help Protect Eyes in Alzheimer's Disease
Researchers studied whether omega-3 fatty acids (a type of healthy fat) could protect the eyes of mice with Alzheimer's disease. They fed different groups of …
Read MoreFood as Medicine: How Diet May Help Your Thyroid Fight Hashimoto's
Hashimoto's thyroiditis is a condition where your immune system attacks your thyroid gland, causing inflammation and fatigue. Scientists have discovered that …
Read MoreWhy Vegetarians and Meat-Eaters Need Different Fat Strategies
Researchers in Malaysia studied 259 people—some vegetarians and some who eat meat—to understand how different types of healthy fats in their blood relate to …
Read MoreCan Flaxseed Help Reduce Migraine Pain and Sleep Problems?
Researchers tested whether eating flaxseed powder could help people with migraines feel better. Sixty-eight people with migraines either ate flaxseed or a …
Read MoreFish Oil May Help Prevent Pancreatic Cancer in Obese Mice
Researchers studied how omega-3 fatty acids (the healthy fats found in fish) might protect against pancreatic cancer in obese mice. They found that mice eating …
Read MoreFlaxseed Supplement Could Help Cows Produce Healthier Milk
Researchers tested whether adding a special supplement made from flaxseed and peas to cow feed could help produce milk with more omega-3 fatty acids—the …
Read MoreCan Surveys Really Tell Us What Fats We're Eating?
Researchers wanted to know if a food survey could accurately measure how much fat people eat. They compared what 58 Australian adults reported eating with …
Read MoreFish Oil May Help Your Heart and Muscles Work Better
Scientists reviewed recent studies about omega-3 fatty acids (the healthy fats found in fish) and how they affect your heart and muscles. They found that …
Read MoreFish Oil's Cancer-Fighting Power Depends on a Hidden Gut Enzyme
Scientists discovered why fish oil supplements work differently for different people when it comes to preventing colon cancer. The key is an enzyme called …
Read MoreFish Oil May Help Prevent Psoriasis, New Genetic Study Shows
Researchers used advanced genetic analysis to investigate whether omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil could reduce psoriasis risk. By studying genetic data from …
Read MoreNatural Treatments That May Help Lupus Patients Feel Better
Lupus is a serious disease where the body's immune system attacks itself, causing pain and fatigue. Many lupus patients are trying natural supplements and …
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 MoreMediterranean Diet May Protect Your Liver and Help You Live Longer
Researchers followed nearly 47,500 people with a fatty liver condition for over 13 years to see if eating a Mediterranean diet (lots of vegetables, fish, nuts, …
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 Affects Your Mood and Brain Health
Scientists are discovering that the food you eat has a big impact on your mental health, mood, and how you handle stress. This isn't just about staying …
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 MorePregnancy Complication: When Fat Levels Get Dangerously High
This case report describes a pregnant woman who developed a serious condition called acute pancreatitis caused by extremely high levels of fat (triglycerides) …
Read MoreSpecial Diet Helps Adults with Autism Feel Better
Researchers tested whether a personalized eating plan could help seven adults with severe autism feel better and reduce their symptoms. The diet focused on …
Read MoreMediterranean Diet Boosts Healthy Fats in Teen Blood Cells
Researchers studied 552 Spanish teenagers to see if eating a Mediterranean diet—lots of vegetables, olive oil, and fish—changes the types of fats in their …
Read MoreWhat Mom Eats During Pregnancy May Help Prevent Autism
Scientists are discovering that what a pregnant woman eats might affect her baby's risk of developing autism. A new review of research suggests that certain …
Read MoreWhy Parents Want Kids to Eat More Fish (But Don't)
Fish and seafood are packed with nutrients that help babies and toddlers grow and develop properly, especially during the first two years of life. A new study …
Read MoreCan Flaxseed Help Control Blood Sugar? Here's What Science Says
Researchers reviewed studies about flaxseed and diabetes to understand how this tiny seed might help manage blood sugar levels. Flaxseed contains special …
Read MoreProbiotics and Fish Oil Together May Help Fight Obesity in Mice
Researchers tested whether combining probiotics (good bacteria) and omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish oil) could help reduce obesity and improve health in …
Read MoreWhat You Eat Changes Your Blood Fat Levels More Than You Think
Scientists reviewed hundreds of studies about how different diets affect the fats in your blood. They found that what you eat has a huge impact on your blood …
Read MoreHow Different Diets Can Fix Your Body's Metabolism
Scientists reviewed tons of research about how the food we eat affects our body's ability to stay healthy. They found that eating certain types of diets—like …
Read MoreFish Oil Supplement May Help Cancer Patients Stay Stronger
Researchers tested whether a fish oil supplement called EPA could help people with advanced head and neck cancer maintain their strength and nutrition during …
Read MoreCan Special Nutrition Before Surgery Help Cancer Patients Heal Better?
Doctors know that patients who are malnourished before colorectal cancer surgery have more problems after the operation. Some hospitals give patients special …
Read MoreNatural Supplements May Help Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis Pain
Rheumatoid arthritis is a disease where the body's immune system attacks the joints, causing pain and swelling. Scientists reviewed dozens of studies about …
Read MoreWhat You Eat May Affect Thyroid Cancer Risk
Researchers looked at dozens of studies to understand how different foods might affect thyroid cancer risk. They found that eating fish, especially oily fish …
Read MoreCan What You Eat Help Control Arthritis Pain?
Researchers reviewed how diet affects rheumatoid arthritis, a disease where the body's immune system attacks joint tissues. They found that eating patterns …
Read MoreFish Oil Supplements May Help Your Liver Stay Healthy
Researchers discovered how omega-3 fatty acids (the healthy fats found in fish) might help people with fatty liver disease. The study found that omega-3s work …
Read MoreVegans and Vegetarians May Need Omega-3 Supplements
Researchers compared omega-3 fatty acid levels in the blood of vegans, vegetarians, pescatarians, and meat-eaters. They found that vegans and vegetarians who …
Read MoreFish Oil Supplement Changes Heart Disease Risk Markers in Healthy People
Researchers studied how a high-dose fish oil supplement called icosapent ethyl (IPE) affects the body's cholesterol and fat particles in people with normal …
Read MoreCan Vitamins Help Cancer Patients Feel Better?
Researchers in Jordan wanted to understand if taking vitamin and mineral supplements helps cancer patients feel better overall. They asked 220 cancer patients …
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 Pharmacists Really Know About Fish Oil Supplements
Researchers asked nearly 600 pharmacists across the United States about their knowledge and recommendations regarding omega-3 fish oil supplements. They found …
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 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 MoreFoods That May Help Protect Your Eyes From Age-Related Vision Loss
As we get older, our eyes can develop a condition called age-related macular degeneration (AMD) that makes it harder to see. Scientists have found that what we …
Read MoreSpecial Hospital Diets May Help Critically Ill Patients Recover Faster
When people are very sick in the hospital, what they eat through feeding tubes matters more than doctors once thought. A new review suggests that special diets …
Read MoreSpecial Oil Helps Rats Handle High-Fat Diets Better
Researchers tested a special oil called sacha inchi oil to see if it could help bodies handle fatty foods better. They gave rats different diets—some normal, …
Read MoreFish Oil and Heart Health: What People With Heart Disease Should Know
Researchers studied over 3,800 people with heart disease to see if eating more omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish and certain oils) could help them live …
Read MoreFish Oil During Pregnancy May Help Prevent Brain Changes Linked to Schizophrenia
Researchers studied whether omega-3 fatty acids (a nutrient found in fish oil) given to pregnant rats could prevent brain problems similar to schizophrenia in …
Read MoreFish Oil and Vitamin D May Help Protect Baby Lungs from Asthma
Scientists grew tiny human lung structures in the lab to understand how fish oil supplements (omega-3 fatty acids) and vitamin D might protect babies from …
Read MoreHow Special Pet Foods and Love Help Dogs and Cats Stay Healthy
Scientists reviewed research about how special nutrients and supplements can help pets feel better and live longer, especially when combined with lots of love …
Read MoreWhat You Eat Can Help Your Skin Look Younger, Study Shows
Researchers looked at 61 different studies about how food affects skin aging and found some surprising results. They discovered that eating certain …
Read MoreWhat Pregnant Women Eat May Lower Baby's Allergy Risk
Researchers followed 172 pregnant women in Poland to see how their diet affected their babies' chances of developing allergies. Women who ate more omega-3 …
Read MorePlant Extract Helps Young Rabbits Grow Healthier and Stronger
Scientists tested whether ginkgo leaf extract—a natural plant supplement—could help young rabbits grow better and stay healthier. They fed 80 rabbits either …
Read MoreFish Helps Pain, Coffee Might Make It Worse in Older Adults
Researchers followed 205 older adults for two years to see how changes in what they eat affect their pain levels. They found that people who ate more fish …
Read MoreSpecial Fish Oil Supplement Boosts Healthy Fats in Dairy Cow Milk
Researchers tested whether giving dairy cows a special supplement called DHA (a healthy fat found in fish and algae) would improve their milk and health. Eight …
Read MoreSimple Blood Test Could Help Prevent Early Birth
Researchers in South Australia tested whether checking pregnant women's omega-3 levels early in pregnancy could help prevent premature birth. They added an …
Read MoreSpecial Nutrients May Help Cancer Patients Keep Muscle Mass
Cancer patients, especially those with advanced cancer, often experience severe muscle loss that weakens their bodies and reduces their quality of life. …
Read MoreFoods That Help Joint Pain: What Science Says About Eating Better
Osteoarthritis, the most common type of joint disease, affects millions of people worldwide. New research shows that what you eat can actually help reduce …
Read MoreSupplements That May Help Women With PCOS: What Science Shows
Researchers looked at 46 different studies involving over 30,000 women with PCOS (a common hormone condition) to see if supplements could help. They found that …
Read MoreNew Way to Stop Heart Disease Before It Starts
Scientists discovered a protein called LPCAT3 that plays a key role in causing heart disease by triggering inflammation in blood vessels. When researchers …
Read MoreFish Oil May Help Protect Mental Health and Reduce Self-Harm
Researchers studied over 258,000 people in the UK to see if omega-3 fatty acids (healthy fats found in fish) could help protect against self-harm and suicidal …
Read MoreCan Fish Oil Pills Help Your Heart? What Science Found
Researchers used computer models to study how omega-3 fatty acids (the healthy fats found in fish) might help protect your heart and brain. They tested a …
Read MorePregnancy Blood Fats May Predict Larger Babies
Researchers studied pregnant women to understand how different types of healthy fats in their blood during early pregnancy might affect their baby's size at …
Read MoreWhich Fish and Shellfish Give You the Most Nutrition for Your Money?
Researchers looked at different types of fish and shellfish to figure out which ones pack the most healthy nutrients into each serving and which ones cost the …
Read MoreWhat Brain-Boosting Supplements Do Active People Really Use?
Researchers surveyed 152 physically active people to find out which brain-boosting supplements they take and why. They discovered that caffeine is by far the …
Read MoreEating Fish and Whole Grain Bread May Lower MS Risk
Researchers studied over 1,500 people from the UK to understand how diet affects multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease that damages the nervous system. They found …
Read MoreAlgae Could Be the Future of Healthy Fats and Food Security
Scientists are excited about a new solution to world hunger and nutrition problems: algae. Unlike traditional crops like soybeans, algae can grow in small …
Read MoreHow Much Fish Oil Do You Really Need? Global Guidelines Explained
Scientists looked at dietary guidelines from around the world to understand how much omega-3 fatty acids people should eat. These special fats, found mainly in …
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 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 MoreFish Waste Could Become Medicine and Health Supplements
Scientists discovered that leftover fish skin and bones from crevalle jack (a type of ocean fish) contain valuable materials that could be used to make …
Read MoreYour Genes May Control How Well You Use Omega-3 Fish Oil
Scientists have discovered that your genes play a big role in how your body uses omega-3 fatty acids, which are healthy fats found in fish and other foods. …
Read MoreFlaxseed Feed Makes Milk Healthier Without Hurting Cow Production
Researchers tested whether replacing cottonseed with a flaxseed-based supplement could improve the nutritional quality of milk from dairy cows while reducing …
Read MoreFish Oil May Protect Baby Brains from Anesthesia Damage
When babies need surgery, they receive anesthesia to keep them asleep and pain-free. However, research shows that a common anesthetic called sevoflurane might …
Read MoreCan Eating Better Help Women Get Pregnant?
Researchers looked at 16 studies about how diet changes help overweight women trying to get pregnant. They found that eating more fruits, vegetables, and fish …
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 MoreEating Oily Fish May Lower Your Risk of Multiple Sclerosis
Scientists used a special type of genetic study to explore whether eating certain foods could affect the risk of developing multiple sclerosis (MS), a disease …
Read MoreCan Fish Oil Help Kids With Asthma? What Science Shows
Asthma affects millions of children worldwide, making it hard for them to breathe. Scientists are investigating whether omega-3 fatty acids—healthy fats found …
Read MoreFish Oil During Pregnancy May Help Reduce Anxiety in Kids
Scientists studied how omega-3 fatty acids—nutrients found in fish and some plant oils—affect mood and thinking abilities. They gave mice different amounts of …
Read MoreSpecial Nutrients Before Surgery May Reduce Infection Risk
Researchers looked at 10 studies involving colorectal cancer surgery patients to see if special nutrient formulas given before or around surgery time could …
Read MoreNew Plant Food Helps Fish Grow Better and Handle Stress
Scientists tested a plant called ora-pro-nobis (a leafy vegetable) mixed into fish food to see if it could help tilapia grow better and stay healthier. They …
Read MoreSpecial Food Additives Help Chickens Reproduce Better
Scientists reviewed research on special ingredients added to chicken feed that help improve reproduction in both male and female birds. These additives include …
Read MoreSelenium Helps Fish Better Use Plant-Based Protein
Scientists studied how adding selenium (a mineral) to fish food affects grouper that eat more plant-based protein instead of fish meal. They found that …
Read MoreOmega-3s: The Healthy Fat That Fights Disease
Omega-3 fatty acids are special types of healthy fats found in foods like fish and seeds that your body needs but can't make on its own. Scientists have …
Read MoreEating Mediterranean Foods May Help Your Gut Fight Liver Disease
Researchers compared the eating habits and gut bacteria of 25 people with a fatty liver disease called MASLD to 25 healthy people. They found that people with …
Read MoreTurkish Babies Get Too Much Protein But Miss Key Vitamins and Healthy Fats
Researchers studied 141 Turkish mothers and their babies aged 9-24 months to see what the little ones were eating and how mom's attitudes affected their diet. …
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