When You Eat May Be as Important as What You Eat
The findings go hand-in-hand with growing evidence that metabolism functions differently during the day when the body is active, as opposed to at night when it’s winding down.
Food Industry Study Questions Sugar Guidelines
A systematic review of research informing daily sugar intake concludes “guidelines on dietary sugar do not meet criteria for trustworthy recommendations."
Are There Too Many Antibiotics In Your Fast Food?
Some of the most popular fast and restaurants are misusing antibiotics in their food, according to a new report.
Gluten-Free Foods Might Cause Weight Gain
Many gluten-free products found in grocery stores often contain higher levels of fats than their gluten counterparts.
High-Fat Keto Diet May Influence Brain Inflammation
By copying the effects of the ketogenic diet, the study can affect patients who suffer from many health issues, including other inflammatory conditions.
5 Foods to Boost Your Immune System
Before reaching for that supplement bottle, consider eating more of these five delicious foods to boost your immunity and fight disease.
Antioxidant in Broccoli Holds Promise as Diabetes Treatment
The new study adds compelling evidence that the extract can combat the growing rates of diabetes worldwide.
Circadian Clock Disruptions Could Impact Your Waistline
A new study on your body’s internal clock could lead to innovative new treatments for obesity.
Probiotics May Be Helpful for Premature Babies
Although they still pose risks for extremely low birthweight babies, probiotics have been shown to significantly reduce the risk of deadly gut-related conditions in premies.
Marmite as Brain Food? The British May Have a Health Secret
Are the British onto something with this tangy food spread?
Could Red Onions Be Used to Prevent Cancer?
Compared to other types of onions, red onions have a particular compound that especially works to root out and destroy free radicals in the body.
Is The Sugar Industry Misleading You About Diabetes?
Studies funded by the sugar-sweetened beverage industry have been designed to mislead the public about how harmful sugar can be, a new study suggests.
Eating Fried Potatoes May Increase Chance of Dying
Eating fried potatoes two to three times a week was found to be associated with a higher mortality rate among study participants.
The Impact of America’s First Soda Tax
After enacting the nation’s first soda tax, Berkeley has cut sugar-sweetened beverage consumption by 21 percent.
Eating Pasta Linked to Weight Loss: Study
Researchers from St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto took a fresh look at more than two dozen previously conducted scientific trials involving pasta consumption.
Sugar Express: 30 Percent of Kids Have at Least Two Sugary Drinks Daily
32 percent of boys and 28 percent of girls between the ages of 2 and 19 consumed at least two sugary drinks daily, according to the CDC.
Can Eating Chocolate Prevent Irregular Heartbeat?
A study found that adults who ate dark chocolate one to three times a month were 10 to 20 percent less likely to develop atrial fibrillation, or irregular heartbeat.
Sorry Sushi Lovers, Your Salmon May Have A Japanese Tapeworm
If you're an avid sushi eater, you may want to hold off on those salmon rolls right now.
New Study Busts the Myth That Healthy Foods Cost More
Consumers believe higher-priced foods are healthier than cheap eats, even when there is no supporting evidence.
Nacho Cheese From Gas Station Causes Botulism Outbreak
A gas station in California's capital city is under investigation for ten cases of botulism from nacho cheese consumption.
Prebiotics May Improve Sleep and Relieve Stress: Study
A new study shows that consumption of prebiotics — found in foods like, asparagus, oatmeal and legumes — can help good gut bacteria and promote better sleep patterns after a stressful event.
Breast Milk Establishes Gut Microbiomes of Babies
The more breast milk the infants received, the more closely their gut’s microbiome resembled their mother’s.
New Guidelines Say Infants and Toddlers Should Avoid Fruit Juice
Fruit juice is often high in sugar, which is why the American Academy of Pediatrics is revising their guidelines for its consumption at a young age.
Babies That Eat Eggs Everyday Grow Faster
New research adds to the notion of the incredible egg.
Chicken Tenders Recalled Due to Possible Contamination
Have you purchased frozen chicken breast tenders recently? Check to see if your product is involved in this recall.
The Deadly Foods We Enjoy vs. The Ones We Should Actually Be Eating
The read-em-and-weep list of delicious-but-not-so-good-for-you foods includes processed meats like bacon, bologna and hot dogs, whereas the 'good food' list recommends nuts and plenty of omega-3 enriched foods.
Men Who Eat Garlic May Smell More Attractive to Women
In the spirit of #NationalGarlicDay, here's the scoop on a lesser known fact about this potent food.
Why Parents Can Relax Over Fussy-Eating Toddlers
If your toddler obsesses over Cheetos and throws a fit when you try to introduce a sweet potato, it might not be your fault.
Not Enough Meat in Diet May Lead to Preterm Birth: Study
Researchers discovered a linear association between low levels of B12, a vitamin largely found in meat and animal products, and preterm birth.
5 Simple Remedies to Cure Uncomfortable Constipation
Almost everyone has experienced the uncomfortable symptoms of constipation. Here are five remedies to alleviate this condition.
4 Tips to Keep Off the Weight You Worked So Hard to Lose
Keeping the weight you've worked so hard to lose from coming back is possible with these diet and exercise tips.
These Foods Can Naturally Protect Your Skin From Sun Damage
You’re probably used to applying sunscreen, but you can also protect your skin naturally through your diet.
Pregnant Women Should Stop Eating Licorice, Study Says
The active ingredient in licorice has been found to impact fetal brain growth and development, and you may be surprised by how common it is to ingest it without even eating candy.
7 Bizarre Foods That’ll Make You Do a Double Take
Not to knock tomatoes or potatoes, but some foods are just more eye-catching and demand a closer look.
Naked Juice Lawsuit: PepsiCo Sued Over Health Claims
PepsiCo’s Naked brand of fruit and vegetable juices is under fire for allegedly misleading consumers about nutritional benefits.
Omega-3 Supplements May Benefit Heart Disease Patients the Most
Although it is often taken as a preventative method, a new study shows that people who have not previously suffered from heart disease may not see much of a benefit in heart health when taking omega-3 supplements.
Diet Soda May Be Linked to Stroke, Dementia
A study found that those who consumed artificially sweetened beverages on a daily basis were about three times as likely to experience a stroke or develop dementia compared to people who consumed diet drinks less frequently.
Celiac Disease Induced By Common Virus: Study
When given to mice, an infection known as reovirus sparked an inflammatory response that led the immune system to “overreact” to gluten and essentially bring on celiac disease.
Too Much Processed Meat Could Make Your Asthma Worse
If you’re one of the millions of Americans suffering from asthma, you might want to rethink your next ham sandwich.
America’s Fattest Cities Are All in One Part of the Country
Except for one city, most of the top 20 fattest American cities are all in the South.
Late Night Snacking Could Cause Serious Health Problems
Have you ever been told to not eat past 7 p.m.? Here's why that practice holds merit.
Are You Consuming the Right Kind of Vitamin D?
New research shows that one form of vitamin D supplementation is twice as better at raising levels in the body.
Does Bribing Kids to Eat Their Veggies Really Work?
The goal is for children to continue eating vegetables not because of the reward, but because they are in the habit of eating healthy.
Now That’s Cool: Cinnamon Could Lower Your Body Temperature
You might be able to use a sprinkle of cinnamon to help cool off from a spicy meal, new research suggests.
Testing Your Tears Could Reveal What Vitamins You Need
Tears could be an alternate source of diagnostic fluid for assessing nutritional deficiencies, and studies show that people with these deficiencies blink more.
Not so Sweet: High-Sugar Diets Linked to Depression
Researchers speculate there could be a variety of reasons sugar affects someone’s mental health.
Avocados Are Causing Serious Hand Injuries
The issue has become so commonplace that doctors in London prepare themselves for a “post-brunch surge” of avocado slicing injuries on Saturday afternoons.
More Mushrooms in Your Diet May Help to Prevent Alzheimer’s: Study
Researchers have discovered that mushrooms have major brain-boosting and curative powers.
Scientists Brew Probiotic Beer That’s Actually Good for You
The beer can neutralize toxins and viruses and even help to keep the immune system in check.
Why Your DNA May Be Sabotaging Your Diet
The researchers tested five types of diets on mice, dividing the animals into four groups based on similarities in DNA.
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