Why the same healthy diet may not work the same way for everyone
From pregnancy to older age, our bodies respond differently to food. Researchers explore how biology, lifestyle, and even…
Blood pressure drug losartan boosts metabolism by stimulating brown fat
Losartan, a drug commonly prescribed for high blood pressure, boosts brown adipose tissue or “brown fat” activity and…
Could eating whey protein before meals help reduce blood sugar spikes?
From full-fat milk to probiotic yogurt and whey protein, researchers examine whether what we consume, how it is…
Could this flowering plant help people lose body fat?
A 12-week clinical trial found that adults taking Lythrum salicaria extract lost body fat while placebo recipients gained…
Menopause isn’t the end of the story for the ovaries
Long after their reproductive role ends, ovaries continue to undergo molecular changes linked to inflammation, tissue remodeling, and…
E. coli eavesdrops on neighboring bacteria to stabilize gut diversity
The stability of the human gut microbiome relies on interactions between different bacterial species. However, the specific molecular…
Late-Night Snacking Linked to Higher Risk of Liver Disease
Researchers from Oregon Health & Science University and Massachusetts General Hospital have found that people who reported eating…
Ultra-processed vs whole foods: What’s the metabolic impact?
Share on PinterestUltra-processed foods may alter insulin responses differently compared to less processed foods with similar nutrients, a…
Nutritionally similar meals might not affect your body the same way
Even with similar calories and nutrients, ultra-processed meals triggered stronger insulin responses and altered how the body burned…
Ultraprocessed meals produce distinct metabolic and brain responses
Most nutrition science suggests that meals with the same basic nutritional profile will have the same impact on…
Popular Joint Supplement Tied to Faster Decline in Alzheimer’s Patients
Glucosamine, a widely used over-the-counter supplement for joint pain, may worsen outcomes in people with Alzheimer’s disease and…
Study Finds Natural Dairy Trans Fats Behave Very Differently From Industrial Fats
Milk, cheese, butter, and yogurt contain natural trans fats that appear to behave differently from the industrial kind.…