Diet

A new study led by investigators from Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard suggests that a Mediterranean-style diet may help reduce dementia risk.

A rare New World screwworm case was confirmed in Maryland, but experts say the risk of a widespread outbreak in the US remains very low.

A large study of nearly 16,000 adults found no link between eating animal protein and higher death risk. Surprisingly, higher animal protein intake was associated with lower cancer mortality, supporting its role in a balanced, health-promoting diet.

Healthcare shift workers face dietary and sleep challenges, leading to burnout and health issues. Effective interventions are crucial for their well-being.

Children from families with financial stress or lower parental education are more likely to struggle with body dissatisfaction and eating disorders, a new study finds.

Families tell the BBC about their experiences living with allergies as experts call for more allergens to have warning labels.

This trend drove WeGovy sales to jump 27 times higher — a 2,660% increase — on Wednesday compared with the typical daily average last month.

Welcome to Indie App Spotlight. This is a weekly 9to5Mac series where we showcase the latest apps in the indie app world. If you’re a developer and would like your app featured, get in contact. Most people want to eat healthier, but knowing where to start can always be a challenge. Grano aims to bridge that gap, by allowing you to easily scan barcodes of foods you’re buying, and creating a unique scoring system based on your dietary goals – allowing you to find the foods you need, before you even purchase them. more…

In rapidly aging societies like Japan, the simple act of swallowing meals can be challenging for many. This condition, known as dysphagia, affects millions of people worldwide and can significantly deteriorate a person's quality of life.

The menu features snacks and bites inspired by both the game and Prime Video series.

Waiting is the hardest part. Especially in the case of testing for water or food contamination, which can take days or even a week in some cases for the results, leaving the possibility that people have been unknowingly exposed.

A lottery-based cohort study of Seattle’s Fresh Bucks program found that providing a $40 monthly fruit and vegetable benefit improved food security by 5.5 percentage points and increased daily produce consumption by 7.5 percentage points, while disenrollment reversed these gains. These findings highlight the potential of healthy food benefit programs to reduce nutrition-related disparities in low-income populations.

Manufacturers who do not make products healthier within 18 months may face action, the government says.

Researchers developed and validated an AI-based nutrition recommendation system (AINR) that generates weekly Mediterranean meal plans tailored to individual needs and dietary restrictions. Tested on 4,000 simulated users, the system achieved high accuracy in calorie and nutrient targets but struggled with profiles involving milk and nut allergies.

While rare, Naegleria fowleri infections have a 98% mortality rate.

Artificial intelligence could slash waste, cut carbon emissions and ease staff burnout in the hospitality sector—yet many operators are barely scratching the surface, according to new research from the University of Surrey.

THURSDAY, Aug. 21, 2025 — Health experts across the country are issuing warnings about a surge in infections from a "flesh-eating" bacterium known as Vibrio vulnificus. Typically found in the warm, salty waters of the Gulf Coast, the bacteria are n...

Deep beneath the ocean's surface lies Earth's largest carbon reservoir: marine sediments that have accumulated organic matter over millions of years. Long assumed to be permanently "locked away," this vast carbon pool is far more dynamic than scientists previously believed, according to a new international study.

Edible microbeads made of vitamin E and seaweed helped rats lose weight by absorbing excess fat in their guts

Tesco has raised its meal deal prices again, sparking backlash as shoppers face yet another increase in lunchtime costs.

The European Regulation list on mandatory labelling of foods includes 14 allergenic foods. Research published in Clinical & Experimental Allergy has identified eight additional foods frequently involved in food-induced anaphylaxis.

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A new study finds that a high-salt diet triggers brain inflammation that drives up blood pressure.

A new review reveals how everyday foods and hidden exposures to formaldehyde may fuel insulin resistance and chip away at memory, but also points to dietary patterns and emerging therapies that could help reduce the risk.

The world's largest carnivorous bat has a surprisingly rich social life, displaying affectionate greetings and providing food to family group members, according to a study by Marisa Tietge at Museum für Naturkunde—Leibniz Institute for Evolution and Biodiversity Science in Germany, and colleagues, published in the open-access journal PLOS One.

This study reveals that a low FODMAP diet alleviates IBS symptoms and increases GLP-1 levels, suggesting new avenues for dietary interventions in gut health.

Foods like goat or sheep milk and buckwheat are behind many cases of severe allergic reactions, but may not be listed as such on a product's label

In a large-scale multinational study involving over 400,000 women and men aged 37 to 70 years from six European countries, researchers from the University of Vienna, in collaboration with the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) (France) and the Kyung Hee University (Republic of Korea), investigated dietary habits and disease trajectories.

A diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids, found predominantly in fish oils, may help ward off the development of short sightedness (myopia) in children, while a high intake of saturated fats, found in foods such as butter, palm oil, and red meat, may boost the risk of the condition, finds research published online in the British Journal of Ophthalmology.

Two Houston influencers were struck by an SUV while filming a food review, with police confirming the crash was accidental after the driver mis-shifted the vehicle.

The shrimp was sold at Walmart with a best-by date of March 2027.

Charlotte Chapman-Hart was misdiagnosed with an eating disorder and now works to bring awareness to rare diseases.

Unless you have celiac disease, there are few health benefits to a gluten-free diet

Charlotte Chapman-Hart tells of her experience of a lack of uncoordinated and informed care.

A Mediterranean lifestyle survey of over 4,000 adults across seven countries found that while men and women scored similarly on overall adherence, they achieved this through different patterns of diet, exercise, and well-being. Tailored strategies may be needed to support gender-specific improvements in health behaviors.

A large study across five Mediterranean countries found that children and adolescents who consumed more unhealthy ultra-processed foods (UPFs) had significantly poorer diet quality. Daily UPF intake was especially linked to lower adherence to the Mediterranean diet and reduced compliance with dietary guidelines.

MONDAY, Aug. 18, 2025 — Supportive parents. Regular household routines. Comforting beliefs. Strong connections to the community.All these positive childhood influences can lower a college student’s risk of developing an eating disorder, even in the...

A cross-sectional study found a correlation between low-calorie diets and depression in certain individuals.

A higher intake of cruciferous vegetables may be associated with a lower risk for colon cancer, a meta-analysis of 17 studies shows.

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The pathway from climate change to violent conflict is not simple. There are the obvious immediate effects of global warming like water scarcity and crop failure. But beyond these, climate stress can pave the road to violence through indirect channels—a gradual rise in food insecurity and growing social tensions that set the stage for more armed violence.

FRIDAY, Aug. 15, 2025 — Some kids are helped by exposure therapy to food allergens like peanuts, with their allergies gradually diminishing as they eat small amounts of their food nemesis.For others, such treatment – also called oral immunotherapy —...

He was only eight years old in 1973, but fifth-generation Texas rancher Kip Dove remembers spending countless days trotting up to sick and dying cattle on horseback that...

The practice of calorie restriction involves eating fewer calories while still obtaining at least adequate levels of micronutrients. Mild calorie restriction might be a 10% reduction from recommended calorie levels, but as much as 40% is possible given sufficient diligence and attention to the details. Calorie restriction induces sweeping metabolic changes that collectively act to improve cell and tissue function. The present consensus is that the most important of these changes is enhanced autophagy. Autophagy is a collection of maintenance processes responsible for recycling damaged proteins and structures in the cell. In near all species assessed to date, calorie restriction slows aging and improves health. Diet influences disease progression, yet the effects of fasting on acute kidney injury (AKI) and its transition to chronic kidney […]

While the Krispy Kreme collection might be just around the corner and will be available for a limited time, fans and foodies don't have to wait to enjoy a taste of the wizarding world.

A meta-analysis of eight clinical trials found that almond supplementation, especially at doses above 60 g/day, significantly reduced oxidative DNA and lipid damage and improved antioxidant enzyme activity in adults. The benefits varied by biomarker and were influenced by dose, preparation, and participant characteristics.

A large North American cohort study found that vegetarian diets were linked to lower risks of several cancers, including colorectal, stomach, breast, prostate, and lymphoproliferative cancers. No evidence suggested that vegetarian eating increased cancer risk for any site.

Protein products made from soy, peas, algae or fungi have gained a foothold in the market as a vegan alternative to meat, fish and milk. Consumers have a variety of reasons for the increased demand, ranging from animal welfare, climate and resource protection to a healthier diet.

With help from AI, astronomers have spotted a never-before-seen kind of supernova that seems to have been blowing up just as it was trying to gobble down a black hole.

It was barely past dawn when Bruce Reingold pushed through industrial plastic flaps and slid open the insulated door that led into a massive refrigerated warehouse. Inside, people hustled in every direction, some on foot with clipboards in hand and some driving pallet jacks capable of carrying 2,000 pounds.

More than 360 people fell ill in Indonesia's town of Sragen in Central Java after consuming school lunches, an official said on Thursday, in the largest food poisoning case...

Following ChatGPT's advice, the US man replaced table salt with sodium bromide, leading to bromide toxicity.

Launched 12 Aug 2025, the McDonaldland Adult Happy Meal offers a Quarter Pounder or McNuggets, fries, a berry-flavoured shake, and tins

On Results Day 2025, students can enjoy free desserts, meals, and drinks at various restaurants nationwide with proof of exam results.

North American river otters have terrible hygiene when it comes to their food. They eat, play and defecate in the same place. But their unhealthy habits make them ideal for detecting future health threats in the environment, according to scientists.

Around the world, about 2 billion people suffer from iron deficiency, which can lead to anemia, impaired brain development in children, and increased infant mortality.

In the journal Nature, 21 leading scientists prescribe ways to use food systems to halt and reverse land degradation, underlining that doing so must become a top global priority to mitigate climate change and stop biodiversity loss.

A cake picnic in Lagos has gone viral after a video showed attendees grabbing slices with bare hands, prompting hygiene concerns and public outrage.

WEDNESDAY, Aug. 13, 2025 — Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Family Dollar and other dollar stores are chock full of cheap, highly processed foods — just the sort of eats that can lead to obesity, heart disease and other health problems.But dollar store...

Combining liraglutide with a very low-calorie ketogenic diet can lead to greater weight loss than the diet alone in adults with obesity, according to a real-world study.

Optimizing weekly menus at a UK university led to significant health and sustainability gains, reducing saturated fat and carbon footprint without new recipes.

Higher intakes of certain dietary minerals are linked to lower depression risk, with potassium showing consistent benefits in both U.S. and Korean adults. Patterns differ by country, sex, and age, highlighting the role of cultural diets and nutrient bioavailability in mental health.

It turns out those cellulose-based thickening agents found in common foods can be digested.

A study finds that people are more open to plant-based eggs when they’re part of familiar foods, like pancakes, rather than served plain. While taste and appearance still favor regular eggs, vegan eggs score higher on environmental and ethical benefits. Familiarity is the key to getting people to try them.

As the global population rises and environmental stressors pile up, the question of how to ensure food security for all grows increasingly pressing. A new study led by Tufts Research Technician, and incoming Ph.D. student, Edward B. Gordon and co-authored by Stern Family Professor David Kaplan explores a possible solution: Future foods made possible by advances in biomaterials and cellular agriculture.

It turns out those cellulose-based thickening agents found in common foods can be digested. Researchers at the University of British Columbia have shown that our gut bacteria can feed on these large molecules—something thought to not be possible—thanks to enzymes that normally help us break down dietary fiber.

Sleep disruptions, but not night eating patterns, are linked to increased risk for depression in patients with binge eating disorder, a new study shows.

Idris Elba combines discipline with a sweet indulgence in a diet regimen that includes a bit of fasting.

Packaged breads and refined grain products may increase the odds of developing IBD, while minimally processed fresh bread and rice may offer some protection, a large analysis hints.

Using dollar stores for food purchases may be a common practice for Americans looking to free up funds for the rest of their grocery list, researchers from Tufts University School of Medicine, the Gerald J. and Dorothy R. Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy at Tufts University, and the USDA-Economic Research Service report on August 11 in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

The American Heart Association’s new science advisory links high consumption of ultra-processed foods to increased cardiometabolic risks and mortality, urging targeted reduction of HFSS UPFs. The report also calls for policy reforms, equity-focused strategies, and further research into mechanisms beyond nutrient content.

Researchers have developed a protocol for a scoping review to map global evidence on the food environments of traditional peoples and communities (TPCs), such as Indigenous groups and quilombolas, to identify knowledge gaps and guide policy.

New research shows that even frequent dollar store customers are still getting most of their calories elsewhere.

Maine's coastal communities have been hooked on the Atlantic bluefin tuna since at least the late 1880s—first as bycatch, until the 1930s when the fish became a prized target in fishing tournaments. Through the subsequent decades, bluefin tuna have and continue to support working waterfronts in Maine and beyond.

New research reveals ultra-processed foods increase cancer risk by 2% and dementia risk by 25% per 10% intake increase. Learn which everyday foods pose the biggest threat to your health.

A new study reveals how Lactococcus lactis (L. lactis), a common food bacterium, regulates the production of a key precursor in vitamin K₂ (menaquinone) biosynthesis. The bacteria produce enough of this precursor to support their growth while preventing toxic buildup.

Unless one is a trained fighter jet pilot, or a Formula 1 driver, humans tend not to do well at higher gravity, but tiny green moss plants seem to thrive under such conditions.

A new study reveals how Lactococcus lactis (L. lactis), a common food bacterium, regulates the production of a key precursor in vitamin K₂ (menaquinone) biosynthesis.

Access to the internet is not a luxury. It's an essential part of life. It shapes how people study, find and do work, access health care, stay connected with community and interact with government services.

Researchers from Denmark, New Zealand, Australia, Spain and the U.S. have reconstructed the composition of phytoplankton communities around Antarctica over nearly three decades, the most comprehensive study of its kind to date.

Epilepsy affects over 70 million people worldwide, and a significant portion of patients suffer from drug-resistant epilepsy (DRE), where standard medications fail.

Slicing, chopping and bite and cut marks on human remains from 5,700 years ago suggest that cannibalism may have been a common practice among our Neolithic ancestors.

A new analysis using data from a longitudinal study that followed children between the ages of 5 and 17 has revealed a surprising association; kids who engaged in kind, caring, and helpful behaviors (being prosocial), were more likely to sustain healthy eating habits as teenagers.

A decade-long UK dietary analysis shows HFSS regulations overlook many ultra-processed staples like white bread and diet drinks, revealing a major gap in tackling unhealthy food consumption.

A suspected botulism outbreak in Italy has killed one man and hospitalised nine others, prompting a national recall of contaminated broccoli preserved in oil.

Many foods we consume today are ultraprocessed, packed with unhealthy ingredients, and linked to major health risks. As consumption of these foods rises, so do chronic health issues, especially among lower-income groups. Experts are calling for clearer guidelines, better research, and systemic changes to reduce the impact of ultraprocessed foods on public health.

Sunniva Kwapeng struggled with lipoedema, a painful condition causing disproportionate fat accumulation, until finally being diagnosed in her 40s. An NTNU study found that a low-carb diet helped alleviate pain and resulted in more weight loss than a low-fat diet. Though compression garments provided relief, the overall treatment options for this poorly understood condition remain scarce.

The American and Mexican governments are exploring “all options” to battle a deadly parasite threatening cattle and wildlife.

The American and Mexican governments are exploring “all options” to battle a deadly parasite threatening cattle and wildlife.

There are many theories for why cats and dogs eat grass, and some could be "old wives' tales."

It might be the first documented case of AI-fueled poisoning.

A case report describes an incident in which a man seeking to make a dietary change consulted ChatGPT and later developed "bromism," a rare "toxidrome."

A common approach taken by researchers when investigating how a specific aspect of cellular biochemistry functions is to disable genes one by one to observe whether they are necessary or not. This isn't exactly straightforward, as cells typically have several ways of achieving a given goal, and removing one of those ways may or may not appear to do anything, depending on how exactly the researcher chooses to measure the outcome. This is the curse of engaging with complex systems. Nonetheless, sometimes one does find that one gene is critical, and that usually helps to advance the understanding of how the biochemistry of interest functions. Today's open access paper is an example of this sort of research applied to calorie restriction, an incremental advance in […]

As per a new survey, cannabis and psychedelics are rated most effective by patients with eating disorders, while antidepressants are perceived as a mental health aid only.

Ultraprocessed foods or UPFs are a growing concern due to their widespread consumption and impact on potential health risks.

Gender differences in Mediterranean diet adherence impact health outcomes, emphasizing the need for targeted interventions to promote healthier lifestyles.

Unhealthy maternal diets may alter gut microbes, impacting brain development and increasing autism risk in offspring. Study the microbiome's influence.

Youth with eating disorders who were hospitalized benefit the most from four or more sessions of outpatient therapy after being discharged.

A drug already FDA-approved for asthma was found to nearly eliminate life-threatening allergic reactions to food allergens in mice - a breakthrough that could lead to new protection for millions of people living with food allergies, reports a new Northwestern Medicine study.

New research in mice reveals that food-induced anaphylaxis is driven by distinct immune pathways involving inflammatory lipids called leukotrienes.