A large analysis finds people taking GLP-1 medications had fewer psychiatric-related hospital visits, though researchers say the reasons remain unclear
A new study finds that modest improvements in sleep, diet, and activity together are linked to a lower risk of heart attack and stroke
New research suggests ultra-sensitive food safety tests may be leading to unnecessary waste without improving public health
A new study suggests many people are open to insect-based foods, but only if they don’t have to see them
A new study finds people who spend more time in nature tend to eat more fruits and vegetables, though the connection may come down to stress, mood, and daily habits
New data shows adolescent obesity has increased over the past decade, while weight-loss efforts have declined, raising questions about motivation, mental health, and changing norms
A mouse study suggests heavy alcohol use in early adulthood, especially alongside stress, could affect cognitive flexibility later in life—even after years of not drinking
A large review of global research found that adolescents who spend more time on smartphones are more likely to report emotional overeating, uncontrolled eating and dissatisfaction with their bodies.
Researchers comparing AI-generated diet plans with those created by a registered dietitian found the AI versions underestimated calorie needs and skewed macronutrient balance for adolescents trying to lose weight.
A small community study found that asking parents to document local food environments with photos helped shift how they thought about food marketing, children’s diets and the choices available to families.
Researchers found that changes in the gut microbiome linked to a high-fat diet allowed small numbers of bacteria to travel to the brain in mice, pointing to a possible new pathway connecting diet and neurological health.
A long-term study of college students found that people who maintained healthier patterns of diet, exercise and sleep gained less weight over the following two decades.
A seven-day diary study finds that negative moods are linked to more unhealthy snack choices among dieters, while positive moods are associated with more snacking among non-dieters.
A large Canadian observational study found associations with anxiety and hyperactivity, but it does not prove causation.
A new brain study finds that expectations can shape how much people enjoy sugar and artificial sweeteners, altering both perception and neural reward signals.
A new brain study suggests that visual food cues may continue to trigger reward signals even when hunger has already been satisfied.
In a virtual buffet experiment, participants selected up to 75% more calories when offered a wider range of options, even when the mix of healthy and indulgent foods stayed the same.
A new study suggests that interacting with voice AI at fast-food drive-thrus may subtly increase indulgent food choices by draining mental energy.
New research links neighborhood deprivation to differences in gut bacteria tied to mental and metabolic health.
A new clinical study finds cannabis increases food intake by changing how the brain values and responds to food, regardless of age, sex or body weight.
A new survey study finds adolescents who liked zero-alcohol advertisements reported stronger intentions to try the alcoholic versions of those brands.
A mouse study suggests high-fat, high-sugar diets early in life can alter adult feeding behavior, and certain gut-targeted interventions may influence the effect.
A randomized study suggests subtle social media cues may shape drinking interest in real time.
A new study suggests that anxiety about affording food can affect focus, engagement and productivity on the job.
