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Diet and Gut Bacteria May Shape Cancer Immunotherapy Response

Diet and Gut Bacteria May Shape Cancer Immunotherapy Response

A mouse study suggests diet may influence how well some cancer treatments work by changing the gut microbiome, but the findings are not a reason to adopt a high-fat diet.

Oct 1, 2026

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Diet Drinks Performed About as Well as Water for Weight Management

Diet Drinks Performed About as Well as Water for Weight Management

In a two-year clinical trial, people drinking beverages with non-nutritive sweeteners maintained similar weight loss to those drinking water.

Oct 1, 2026

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Early GLP-1 Pregnancy Data Are Reassuring, but Major Questions Remain

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Early GLP-1 Pregnancy Data Are Reassuring, but Major Questions Remain

A review of more than 43,000 women with diabetes found no increased risk of birth defects after early GLP-1 exposure, but researchers say the evidence is still too limited to establish safety during pregnancy.

Oct 2, 2026

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3 min read

A Shorter Shelf Life Can Make Food Seem Healthier

A Shorter Shelf Life Can Make Food Seem Healthier

Consumers may assume foods that don't last as long are more natural and healthier, even when the difference comes down to packaging rather than what's inside.

Sep 29, 2026

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Healthier School Meals Require More Than Changing the Menu

Healthier School Meals Require More Than Changing the Menu

School food directors say reducing ultraprocessed foods can mean rethinking staffing, kitchens, purchasing and even how schools get students excited about lunch.

Sep 29, 2026

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Busy Mornings Make a Balanced Breakfast Harder for Many Families

Busy Mornings Make a Balanced Breakfast Harder for Many Families

Most school-age children eat breakfast, but a national parent poll found that picky eating, limited time and morning moods often shape what ends up on the plate.

Aug 26, 2026

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Your Body Can Adjust to a Plant-Based Diet

Your Body Can Adjust to a Plant-Based Diet

A new review finds that changes in iron absorption, protein use and digestion may help the body adapt over time.

Sep 6, 2026

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A 10-Hour Eating Window Didn’t Lead to More Weight Loss

A 10-Hour Eating Window Didn’t Lead to More Weight Loss

A small controlled study found similar results whether adults ate within 10 hours or spread their meals across more of the day.

Sep 15, 2026

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Early GLP-1 Pregnancy Data Are Reassuring, but Major Questions Remain

A review of more than 43,000 women with diabetes found no increased risk of birth defects after early GLP-1 exposure, but researchers say the evidence is still too limited to establish safety during pregnancy.

Oct 2, 2026

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3 min read

Early GLP-1 Pregnancy Data Are Reassuring, but Major Questions Remain

Sugar May Worsen Antibiotic-Related Gut Disruption

In stem cell transplant patients, eating more sugar-rich foods while taking broad-spectrum antibiotics was linked to greater disruption of the gut microbiome.

Oct 2, 2026

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2 min read

Sugar May Worsen Antibiotic-Related Gut Disruption

Diet and Gut Bacteria May Shape Cancer Immunotherapy Response

A mouse study suggests diet may influence how well some cancer treatments work by changing the gut microbiome, but the findings are not a reason to adopt a high-fat diet.

Oct 1, 2026

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3 min read

Diet and Gut Bacteria May Shape Cancer Immunotherapy Response

Diet Drinks Performed About as Well as Water for Weight Management

In a two-year clinical trial, people drinking beverages with non-nutritive sweeteners maintained similar weight loss to those drinking water.

Oct 1, 2026

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3 min read

Diet Drinks Performed About as Well as Water for Weight Management

Caffeine’s Exercise Boost May Last Longer Than Expected

A small study found that caffeine improved repeated cycling sprint performance for at least 3.5 hours, though researchers tested a relatively high dose in just 12 young adults.

Sep 30, 2026

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Caffeine’s Exercise Boost May Last Longer Than Expected

5 FOODS LINKED TO BETTER BRAIN HEALTH

Certain foods appear again and again as part of eating patterns linked to better brain function.

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