An 18-month clinical trial finds that a green-Mediterranean diet may help keep the brain younger for longer.
New brain imaging research shows that certain aromas can trigger the same response as taste, helping explain cravings and food choices.
A European study finds that kids who eat well, breathe clean air, spend time in natural spaces and have strong social ties show stronger immune regulation and lower inflammation.
A large study finds that high intake of some low- and no-calorie sweeteners is tied to faster memory and thinking decline, equal to more than a year of extra brain aging.
New research suggests differences in brain fat metabolism could explain why women face higher rates of Alzheimer’s disease.
University of Michigan research shows neurons in the hypothalamus keep glucose steady during routine fasting, like when you first fall asleep.
A large study finds that people at highest inherited risk of dementia benefit most from a Mediterranean-style eating pattern.
Research in rats points to the brain as a surprising driver of hypertension, a condition that affects millions worldwide.
New research links higher omega-3 intake with lower risk of myopia in children, while saturated fats appear to have the opposite effect.
Spanish researchers find that shifting to more plant-based foods and cutting waste could reduce diet-related environmental health damage by more than a third.
A new study finds chemical signs of brain decline tied to lifestyle, years before memory issues begin.
New research in fruit flies suggests caffeine at night could mess with impulse control, especially in females.
The US POINTER trial shows that structured support for exercise, diet and social engagement can slow cognitive decline.
A new perspective article argues that grapes deserve a spot among superfoods, citing their polyphenol content and evidence for benefits across multiple areas of health.
A new study reveals a gut-brain circuit that helps the brain identify glucose specifically, not just calories, unlocking fresh insights into cravings, metabolism and appetite control.
A major review of nearly 500 studies shows these lifestyle choices support brain health, reduce chronic disease risk and improve quality of life.
Lab research shows the sugar substitute found in many low-carb and sugar-free products may affect blood vessel cells in ways that increase stroke risk.
A new tool from Japan uses artificial intelligence to uncover which gut microbes may be driving key changes in your health.
A new study raises concerns about PFHxA, a supposedly safer PFAS, after researchers found early-life exposure caused lasting brain and behavior changes — but only in males.
New research shows that neurons can tap into fat stores for energy, challenging old assumptions and opening new paths for understanding brain health and aging.
Researchers uncover a protective sugar-clearing pathway in neurons that may explain why GLP-1 drugs and dietary restriction show promise for brain health.
New research shows food insecurity combined with a poor diet increases distress but doesn’t build resilience — and exercise may be a crucial buffer.
New research explains how coffee’s active ingredient taps into a natural energy sensor linked to longevity.
New study links food insecurity and gut microbes to memory and thinking problems.
New brain imaging study links ultra-processed foods to changes in brain structure that could drive overeating.
