nutrition

Although the United States requires a warning label on alcoholic beverages, alcohol-related deaths have risen steadily over the past two decades.

Consumption of eggs is associated with a lower risk of being diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease for those 65 years and older, according to researchers at Loma Linda University Health.

Salt is a common part of everyday food. It is used to add flavor and also helps the body perform important functions, such as keeping fluids balanced and supporting nerve signals. However, eating too much salt has long been linked to health problems like high blood pressure and heart disease. Now, new research suggests that […] The post Too much salt may cause faster memory loss in men appeared f…

Medications designed to help people lose weight, such as Ozempic and Wegovy, have gained widespread attention in recent years. These drugs belong to a class called GLP-1 receptor agonists, which help control hunger and support weight loss. While they can be very effective, a new study suggests that their benefits may decrease if they are […] The post Weight-loss drugs work best when taken without…

A recent study published in the journal Appetite suggests that breastfeeding provides infants with early practice at self-regulation. This daily routine helps babies recognize when they are full, which predicts better impulse control by preschool age.

OBSCORE is a data-driven tool that identifies high-risk individuals for obesity-related diseases, enhancing treatment targeting beyond traditional BMI metrics.

Prolonged exposure can lead to dehydration, heat exhaustion and more serious conditions, particularly in settings where access to timely medical care may be limited

Decades of advice on what to eat and what not to might have been missing one key ingredient, according to new research Reduce your calories. Eat more vegetables. Limit soft drinks and junk foods. For years, even decades, this has been the advice for those wanting a healthy body weight, lower blood pressure and better markers of metabolic health. Most weight-loss advice has focused on either what …

It’s well known that chronic stress can disrupt bowel function, sending people running to the bathroom or making them constipated. New research presented at Digestive Disease Week® (DDW) 2026 suggests that eating late at night amplifies these effects, with implications for both digestive health and ...

Creatine is one of the most popular supplements in the world. Many people connect it with athletes, gyms, and muscle building. However, creatine is much more than a fitness product. It is a natural substance in the body that plays a key role in how cells produce energy. Scientists have studied creatine for many years, […] The post Creatine: the truth behind the popular supplement and what it real…

Mary Elizabeth Baugh, a research scientist with Virginia Tech's Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC, has been awarded a National Institutes of Health Mentored Research Scientist Development Award to study how metabolic health influences the brain systems that shape what and how we eat.

Undernutrition is the single greatest modifiable risk factor for tuberculosis (TB), contributing to immune suppression, treatment failure, and death.

More than 400 million people experience a urinary tract infection every year, and some epidemiological studies estimate that more than half of all women will develop at least one in their lifetime.

It is appealing to think something as simple as honey could cure a cold or prevent hay fever, but is there evidence to back up honey’s health benefits? Columnist Alice Klein finds that it has legitimate medicinal uses, depending on the type of honey you’ve got

I spotted this one in the Journal of Nutrition, and took a guess at who must have paid for it. The study:  The Effect of Three Daily Servings of Full-Fat Dairy for 12 Weeks on Body Weight, Body Composition, Energy Metabolism, Blood Lipids, and Dietary Intake of Adults with Overweight and Obesity.  J Nutr 2026 Apr;156(4):101373. doi: […] The post Industry-funded study of the week: Full-fat dairy a…

Research identifies distinct dietary patterns in older adults, revealing how nutrition impacts health outcomes and food security among this vulnerable group.

People with obesity face a significantly increased risk of atherosclerosis, and consequently heart attack and stroke.

Heart health, diet, exercise and sleep will be targeted under a multi-pronged strategy by child health experts to address Australia's obesity crisis.

Creatine is a supplement that many people associate with the gym and athletic performance. It is often used by people who want to build strength or improve their workouts. However, creatine is not just something for athletes. Scientists have been studying it for many years, and research shows that it plays an important role in […] The post What popular creatine supplement really does for your bod…