Diet

Cardiovascular exercise has been found to boost the gut’s population of beneficial bacteria, and exercise overall decreases the likelihood of developing a "leaky gut," where bacteria leak into the bloodstream and cause inflammation.

In 2013, several researchers declared multivitamins dead, stating that so-called supplements had no clear benefits and might be harmful. But the science isn't so clear-cut. This article explores the question of who would benefit from...

While meat-less meat options like Beyond and Impossible burgers are known for being the environmentally-friendly alternative to real meat, it’s important to also consider their impact on human health. Health benefits of these meat alternatives...

A meat-heavy diet, with its high climate costs, is the norm in the West. So social scientists are working to upend normal.

Without recourse to ancient menus, how can historians know what our ancient human ancestors—as far as 3 million years ago—ate on a daily basis? Researchers evaluate several factors, including the type of teeth the species had evolved, chemical analysis of the teeth, patterns of wear and tear on teeth, as well as food scraps found in the vicinity of ancient remains. Learn the approach to discovering ancient hominin diets.

One popular belief is that eating cheese before bed gives you nightmares. Studies exploring this link have found limited evidence, suggesting dairy products could impact sleep quality or your ability to remember dreams. Individuals with lactose intolerance or sensitivity to certain foods may experience clearer correlations.

Information about behaviors, exposures and other factors that may influence the risk of cancer.

Sugar is likely found in more foods and beverages than you think, which could be silently and negatively affecting your health. While it's easy to spot sugars in soft drinks, candy, and ice cream, its varied names (like evaporated cane juice, for example) can make it difficult to identify on food labels. The USDA doesn't currently have a daily recommendation for sugar, but the World Health Organization advises limiting sugar to 25 grams a day. Watch this four-minute video to learn more about where sugar is hiding and how it can affect your body.

What if you found out that weight loss is actually much more complex than “calories in, calories out” and that the 2,000 calorie-a-day recommendation may not actually be accurate?

While trans fats, which are created by adding extra hydrogen atoms to vegetable oil, were once thought to be better than butter, research now indicates that they might be even worse. In fact, studies show that trans fats are unhealthy even in moderation. This concerns health experts because their use quickly rose in popularity thanks to their low cost. Read this article to learn more about the differences between different types of fat, as well as why the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has declared trans fats to be unsafe.