Health August 26 Eating meat could protect against cancer-related death, study suggests A new study of nearly 16,000 adults finds that animal protein consumption is not linked to increased death risk, and can actually protect against cancer-related death.
Health August 24 Not drinking enough water floods your body with harmful stress hormones Scientists show dehydration increases stress-related cortisol levels in both men and women, suggesting water intake plays key role in stress management.
Food-Drink August 21 Red meat can help your mood if part of a healthy, balanced diet, study suggests A new study reveals that those who consume lean red meat as part of a healthy diet have more diverse gut microbiota and lower rates of depression and other mental health conditions.
Nutrition August 14 Gut health at stake as researchers put beef and chicken to the test A study finds beef may have a slight advantage over chicken for gut health, showing a smaller reduction in beneficial microbial diversity among the study's participants.
Food Studies August 7 The great egg debate is over as science weighs in about the food's cholesterol impact New research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that saturated fat, not dietary cholesterol from eggs, elevates bad cholesterol levels.
Food Studies August 7 Majority of Americans get more than half of calories from ultra-processed foods, CDC finds CDC finds ultra-processed foods account for 55% of calories consumed by Americans, with burgers, sweet bakery items, and savory snacks as top sources.
Food-Drink July 19 Study claims vegetarians more 'ambitious' as meat eaters call out 'oversimplification' Vegetarians are less concerned with benevolence and security and are more power-oriented than meat eaters, says a new study, but one meat eater blasts labels as "lazy."
Health July 16 'Western diet' blamed for growing risk of GI cancers among young adults A new report reveals that gastrointestinal cancer rates are rising in young adults, with "Western diet" and lifestyle factors, rather than genetics, identified as the leading drivers of disease.
Food-Drink July 14 Archaeologists uncover 3,500-year-old rice remains in oldest part of remote region Experts recently uncovered 3,500-year-old rice phytoliths in a Guam cave. Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ Digital spoke with archaeologist Michael T. Carson about the discovery, the oldest in the region.
Food June 29 Controversial seed oils may offer unexpected health benefits, new research shows Indiana University researchers find higher linoleic acid levels from seed oils correlate with improved heart health and lower inflammation, challenging recent MAHA-inspired concerns.
Media June 18 YouTube star Doctor Mike has warning for RFK Jr.'s MAHA movement Board-certified physician and YouTuber Doctor Mike spoke with Ó£ÌÒÊÓÆµ Digital about his thoughts of the "MAHA" movement and his willingness to talk with RFK Jr.