A Short Fasting-Style Diet May Affect Gum Inflammation

A small pilot trial found lower inflammation markers among people who followed a calorie-restricted diet alongside standard gum disease treatment, but it did not show that fasting improved their clinical outcomes.

Jun 16, 2026

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2 min read

Nutrition Science

Chile’s Food Policies Linked to Modest Drop in Excess Weight Among Young Children

A large study suggests that coordinated changes to food labels, school rules and advertising may help shape healthier food environments for children.

Jun 16, 2026

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3 min read

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Longevity

Lifestyle Changes for Prediabetes May Support Health Decades Later

A long-term follow-up of the Diabetes Prevention Program links intensive lifestyle changes to a lower burden of multiple chronic conditions in older age.

Jun 17, 2026

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3 min read

More Plant Protein May Support Weight Management After Menopause

A small secondary analysis found that postmenopausal women maintained their overall protein intake while shifting toward plant-based sources and losing weight.

Jun 14, 2026

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3 min read

Nutrition Science

Sugary Drinks Were Linked to Higher Risk of Two Liver Cancer Types

A pooled analysis of more than 1.5 million adults found that each additional sugar-sweetened drink per day was associated with higher risks of two liver cancer subtypes, although the study does not prove cause and effect.

Jun 14, 2026

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2 min read

Nutrition Science

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Protein-Rich Foods May Help Support Strength as Adults Age

In a large study of older adults, lower intake of protein-rich foods was linked with higher odds of reduced grip strength and difficulty with everyday activities.

Jun 1, 2026

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2 min read

Healthier Meals May Start with Just a Few Food Swaps

A computational study found that one to three food substitutions could improve modeled nutrition quality and lower meal costs, but the approach has not yet been tested with real users.

Jun 1, 2026

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3 min read

Protein Claims Are Everywhere. The Science Is More Complicated.

A critical review of common protein beliefs found promising evidence for some ideas, but major gaps remain behind many confident recommendations.

Jun 10, 2026

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4 min read

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Lifestyle Changes for Prediabetes May Support Health Decades Later

A long-term follow-up of the Diabetes Prevention Program links intensive lifestyle changes to a lower burden of multiple chronic conditions in older age.

Jun 17, 2026

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3 min read

Supplements Have Moved Beyond the Daily Multivitamin

A new national analysis finds U.S. adults are using more supplements, with growing interest in products marketed for immune, gut, skin, joint and inflammation-related health.

Jun 17, 2026

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3 min read

Supplements Have Moved Beyond the Daily Multivitamin

A Short Fasting-Style Diet May Affect Gum Inflammation

Jun 16, 2026

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2 min read

Chile’s Food Policies Linked to Modest Drop in Excess Weight Among Young Children

A large study suggests that coordinated changes to food labels, school rules and advertising may help shape healthier food environments for children.

Jun 16, 2026

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3 min read

Vitamin C Levels Were Linked to Differences in the Aging Brain

A study of more than 2,000 older adults found associations involving gray matter volume and brain connectivity, but it does not show that vitamin C prevents cognitive decline.

Jun 15, 2026

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2 min read

Vitamin C Levels Were Linked to Differences in the Aging Brain

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A Short Fasting-Style Diet May Affect Gum Inflammation

Chile’s Food Policies Linked to Modest Drop in Excess Weight Among Young Children

Lifestyle Changes for Prediabetes May Support Health Decades Later

More Plant Protein May Support Weight Management After Menopause

Sugary Drinks Were Linked to Higher Risk of Two Liver Cancer Types

Most Popular

Protein-Rich Foods May Help Support Strength as Adults Age

Healthier Meals May Start with Just a Few Food Swaps

Protein Claims Are Everywhere. The Science Is More Complicated.

Latest Posts

Lifestyle Changes for Prediabetes May Support Health Decades Later

Supplements Have Moved Beyond the Daily Multivitamin

A Short Fasting-Style Diet May Affect Gum Inflammation

Chile’s Food Policies Linked to Modest Drop in Excess Weight Among Young Children

Vitamin C Levels Were Linked to Differences in the Aging Brain

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