Scientists discover how exercise reverses muscle aging
Animal research links exercise to lower DEAF1 activity, better protein turnover and stronger muscles, but human benefits still need confirmation.
Studies Associate Antioxidant-Rich Diets With Lower Lung Cancer Risk
Two observational studies linked diets rich in six antioxidant nutrients with lower lung cancer risk, but they do not prove cause and effect.
Resistant Starch: Could Cooling Rice, Potatoes and Pasta Improve Gut Health?
Cooling cooked rice, potatoes and pasta can increase resistant starch, but the amount depends on the food and method. Here is what human studies show.
Daily Nut Intake Linked to Lower Hypertension Risk
A meta-analysis and a long-running physicians’ cohort link higher nut consumption to lower hypertension risk, with potassium intake and salt reduction shaping
Whey Protein Prices Have Nearly Doubled Since 2021. Why and What to Do About It
Whey protein powder costs almost twice what it did in 2021. Here is what is driving the spike and practical ways to protect your grocery budget.
Study Links Higher-Dose Vitamin D to Better Cognition in Adults With MCI and Poor Sleep
A 54-person study linked daily vitamin D intake of at least 5,000 IU with higher cognitive scores in adults with MCI and disturbed sleep.
Tart cherry’s most reliable benefit is speeding recovery of muscle strength after intense exercise, analysis finds
A scoping review of 28 randomized controlled trials finds tart cherry juice is best for muscle strength recovery after intense exercise, with mixed results for
Cutting ultra-processed foods slows aging in older adults, controlled study finds
A controlled feeding trial found that older adults who cut ultra-processed foods saw rapid gains in insulin sensitivity, cholesterol, and inflammation in eight
Google Business Profiles Adds Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Halal and Kosher Attributes for Restaurants
Restaurants can add four self-reported menu labels in Google Business Profiles. Here is how the setup works and what each label does not guarantee.
The golden trinity: How turmeric, black pepper and ginger support good health
Turmeric, black pepper and ginger can be used together in everyday meals. Research supports some potential benefits, but supplements require extra care.
Higher Protein Intake Linked to Stronger Handgrip in Postmenopausal Women
A review of seven studies covering 8,922 postmenopausal women found that higher protein intake was associated with stronger handgrip strength.
Higher Daily Step Count Linked to Lower Mortality, Independent of Walking Speed
A JAMA study of U.S. adults found a higher daily step count was linked to lower death risk, with total steps mattering more than walking speed.
Two Studies Link Consistent Exercise Routines to Improved Mood and Sleep
Two peer-reviewed 2026 studies link consistent exercise routines to fewer depressive symptoms and more restful sleep, with regularity mattering most.
Diet Drinks Match Water for Long-Term Weight Loss, Two-Year Trial Finds
A two-year University of Liverpool trial found diet soft drinks worked as well as water for weight loss, with no signs of appetite or metabolic harm.
Not all trans fats are bad, major review finds
A review of 22 studies found the trans fats naturally in milk, butter, yogurt and cheese were not linked to higher heart disease or diabetes risk.
