A long-term U.S. screening trial suggests consistent heavy alcohol intake raises colorectal cancer risk, while quitting may lower it.
In a small trial, people with metabolic syndrome saw meaningful drops in LDL cholesterol after a brief, calorie-restricted oat-based diet, with effects lasting weeks.
A 26-year analysis across five countries finds no increased gastric cancer risk among long-term proton pump inhibitor users.
A large UK study suggests routine inflammation markers, combined with diet patterns, could identify people at higher risk of relapse even when they feel well.
New human tissue research suggests fat surrounding the colon is specially adapted to interact with the gut’s immune system.
A randomized clinical trial finds short, monthly calorie restriction improved symptoms and inflammation markers in people with mild-to-moderate Crohn’s disease.
New research links waterfowl consumption to both omega-3 benefits and mercury exposure in northern Indigenous communities, underscoring the need for balanced monitoring rather than avoidance.
A large human study finds that a new measure called metabolic BMI can uncover hidden disease risk that standard BMI often misses.
A new study traces specific bacterial strains from human milk to babies’ guts, offering insight into early microbiome development.
Research suggests certain proteins reduced bacterial colonization in mice, but findings do not replace medical treatment or clean water.
Animal research suggests diet quality may shape how the digestive system responds to everyday nanoplastic exposure.
A new study finds that different flours influence the mix of bacteria in sourdough starters, with potential effects on flavor and texture.
In a yearlong clinical trial, a fiber-rich Nordic diet outperformed low-carb and standard dietary advice for people with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes.
A new Cochrane review finds that free or subsidized school meals modestly improve math scores, enrollment and growth for children in low- and middle-income countries.
A clinical trial in adults 60 and older suggests certain plant foods may support healthier aging by influencing inflammation and gut microbes.
Researchers found that molecules in stool samples can reflect what people eat, how their gut microbes respond and even patterns linked to long-term health.
A new global analysis shows that people vary widely in the enzymes their gut bacteria use to break down plant compounds.
New archaeological research shows our ancestors ground, cooked and transformed plant foods long before farming began.
A new study maps the metabolites that move from the intestine to the liver and into circulation, offering clues to how diet and the microbiome influence metabolic health.
New research finds tiny plastic particles can interfere with rumen microbes, raising questions about animal health and food safety.
New research shows that tiny plastic particles in waterways can host harmful microbes, including antimicrobial-resistant strains, raising concerns for coastal food safety and public health.
New mouse research reveals a nerve-to-immune “switch” that responds to eating patterns, offering clues to why late-night meals may disrupt gut repair.
A new Lancet series argues that ultraprocessed foods are reshaping diets worldwide and outlines policy approaches to improve food environments.
A new Lancet review suggests that most people who think they react to gluten are responding to other parts of wheat, fermentable carbohydrates or the way their brain interprets gut sensations.
Young adults ages 18 to 21 ate more, even when they weren’t hungry, after two weeks on a highly ultraprocessed diet, suggesting late adolescence may be a sensitive window for eating behavior.
