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Diet and Gut Bacteria May Shape Cancer Immunotherapy Response

Oct 1, 2026

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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.

Diet Drinks Performed About as Well as Water for Weight Management

Oct 1, 2026

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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.

Caffeine’s Exercise Boost May Last Longer Than Expected

Sep 30, 2026

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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.

Keto for Mental Health Is Getting Attention, but the Evidence Is Still Emerging

Sep 30, 2026

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2 min read

Keto for Mental Health Is Getting Attention, but the Evidence Is Still Emerging

New research found that training helped health care professionals feel more prepared to discuss ketogenic diets with patients, but the study did not test whether keto treats mental illness.

A Shorter Shelf Life Can Make Food Seem Healthier

Sep 29, 2026

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3 min read

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.

Diet and Gut Bacteria May Shape Cancer Immunotherapy Response

Diet Drinks Performed About as Well as Water for Weight Management

Caffeine’s Exercise Boost May Last Longer Than Expected

Keto for Mental Health Is Getting Attention, but the Evidence Is Still Emerging

A Shorter Shelf Life Can Make Food Seem Healthier

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