Ultra-processed foods may increase ovarian, other cancer risks, study says
Scientists say the consumption of ultra-processed foods such as pizza, bread and fizzy drinks is linked to a greater risk of cancer — particularly ovarian cancer.
By Adela SulimanThe link between our food, gut microbiome and depression
A new study takes an important step forward in understanding the link between the gut bacteria, what we eat and how we feel
By Jessica WapnerCooking with physical limitations? Try these creative workarounds.
If you have physical challenges, there are appliances and strategies to help safely prep food, cook and bake.
By Diana Michele YapDo mocktails really help you drink less alcohol?
Nonalcoholic drinks may help those taking part in Dry January, but could be a trigger for anyone with alcohol use disorder.
By Teddy AmenabarIt’s not just what you eat, but the time of day you eat it
The timing of your meals can have striking effects on your weight, appetite and chronic disease risk.
By Anahad O’ConnorThe simple diet swap to help you lose weight and lower health risks
Replace processed carbs with “healthy” carbs like fruits, vegetables and whole grains for better metabolic health.
By Anahad O’ConnorThe benefits of ‘Dry January’ last longer than a month, studies show
People who participated in Dry January started drinking less the rest of the year and showed striking improvements in their health.
By Anahad O’ConnorHow to cure (or prevent) a hangover
The only certain way to avoid a hangover is to not drink. But there are some things you can do before, during and after drinking that can lower your risk.
By Anahad O’ConnorWhen hungry and angry collide, the hanger is real
Hangry neurons may be remnants of a time when humans needed extra motivation to forage for food.
By Mary Beth AlbrightTikTok ‘Liver King’ touted raw organ meat diet. He also took steroids.
TikTok's "Liver King" Brian Johnson gained millions of followers promoting misleading claims about the so-called “ancestral diet"
By Teddy Amenabar and Anahad O’ConnorWhy you don’t need to drink 8 cups of water a day
The well-known advice is outdated, and recent research has shown that many factors influence how much water we need.
By Anahad O’ConnorHow to choose the right soup for 4 common health issues
It often packs ingredients that can boost immunity and help fight colds.
By Rachel Meltzer WarrenAsk a Doctor: Are salads actually good for you?
To build a better salad, you want ingredients that add fiber, nutrients and antioxidants, protein and healthy fats.
By Robert H. Lustig, MDA cooking game changer: Try an air fryer for healthy fast food
An air fryer is essentially a countertop convection oven that can give your food the taste of roasting or deep-frying, but in less time and without all the oil.
By Anahad O’ConnorMy mother’s dieting affected me, too
A mother’s restricted eating habits can affect her children, particularly daughters, research shows.
By Rebecca MorrisonDiet changes can improve sleep apnea, even without weight loss
A group that adopted healthier habits had a 51 percent reduction in the average number of sleep apnea episodes they experienced, in one study.
By Anahad O’ConnorEating fiber alters the microbiome. It may boost cancer treatment, too.
Researchers are studying whether a high-fiber diet can alter the gut microbiome in cancer patients and improve the odds of responding to immunotherapy treatment.
By Anahad O’ConnorHow to support your sober friends when everyone is drinking
Don’t ask permission to drink around your sober friends. Instead, try to create an atmosphere of inclusion so non-drinking guests feel comfortable.
By Nancy Stearns BercawGroup shaping nutrition policy earned millions from junk food makers
The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics invested in food stocks and accepted donations from the food industry, a new study shows.
By Anahad O’ConnorAt any age, a healthy diet can extend your life
No matter how old you are, or how much junk food you consume, it’s never too late to start undoing the damage caused by a poor diet.
By Anahad O’Connor