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
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.
New research shows specialized immune cells actively train the body to tolerate common foods such as corn, wheat and soy, offering clues that could one day help prevent food allergies.
Researchers found that people with higher levels of the gut microbe Roseburia inulinivorans tended to have greater muscle strength, and experiments in mice suggest the bacterium may influence muscle fibers.
A scientific review finds the popular supplement does not work like GLP-1 drugs and that its metabolic effects appear to depend heavily on the gut microbiome.
Researchers analyzing nearly 15,000 adults found that some antibiotics were linked to changes in the gut microbiome four to eight years after treatment.
A new study in mice links a low-protein diet and specific gut microbes to signals that shift white fat toward energy-burning beige fat.
A large Canadian observational study found associations with anxiety and hyperactivity, but it does not prove causation.
A new mechanistic study links specific microbes to higher peanut tolerance thresholds, but it does not change current medical guidance.
As celebrities and wellness influencers renew interest in unpasteurized milk, experts explain what we know about nutrition, allergies and bacterial risk.
New research links neighborhood deprivation to differences in gut bacteria tied to mental and metabolic health.
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.
An animal study suggests the aged brain may be sensitive to fiber-free processed diets, possibly through reduced gut-derived butyrate.
A two-year study suggests people who consumed virgin olive oil rather than refined versions showed more diverse gut microbiota and more favorable cognitive changes over time.
A mouse study found gut and inflammation changes linked to the additive that helps semaglutide tablets work, though no human harm has been shown.
New analysis shows higher sugar and sodium levels in many packaged infant foods, raising questions about how processing intersects with early eating habits.
A new animal study suggests diets high in saturated fat may cause more liver and metabolic damage than carbohydrate-heavy diets, highlighting the role of diet quality.
An animal study suggests long-term use of proton pump inhibitors could interfere with how the body absorbs and distributes key nutrients.
A large review suggests skin health, timing of food introduction and early antibiotic use shape allergy risk in young children.
A global analysis suggests that little-studied microbes may help keep the gut ecosystem running smoothly across diets and cultures.
A small randomized trial suggests time-restricted eating may reduce inflammation and disease activity, but researchers urge caution and further study.
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.
