Nutrition, wellness and AI. Articles to help you eat better, effortlessly.
Fewer than 6% of US adults use salt substitutes, even those with hard-to-treat high blood pressure. A new AHA analysis calls it a missed opportunity for heart health.
New BMJ research tested whether sparkling water speeds metabolism enough to drive weight loss. The honest answer deflates a lot of viral TikTok claims.
A 2026 PREDIMED-Plus study of 656 adults found extra virgin olive oil was linked to better cognition and a more diverse gut microbiome. Refined olive oil showed the opposite trend.
A 2026 study of 1,134 adults found men with obesity carry more visceral fat and liver stress, while women show more inflammation and higher cholesterol. One diet plan doesn't fit both.
Lifesum and Aumaï both offer multimodal meal logging, but only one remembers who you are. A detailed comparison of two polished nutrition apps with very different philosophies.
Noom has pivoted to GLP-1 medications and costs up to $60/month. Here is how it compares to Aumaï AI nutrition coach at 4.99/month.
A Stanford and ETH Zurich study found about 10% of people carry PAM gene variants linked to GLP-1 resistance, which may reduce how effectively Ozempic lowers blood sugar.
A 2026 Osaka Metropolitan University study found that mice eating bread, rice, and wheat gained weight without consuming extra calories. Their energy expenditure dropped. What this means for your plate.
A tiny 12-amino-acid peptide called BRP may curb appetite like semaglutide, without the nausea or muscle loss. Stanford researchers used AI to find it.
A Stanford trial published in Nature Medicine found that eating low-calorie plant-based meals for five days per month reduced Crohn's symptoms in 66% of participants and lowered gut inflammation markers.
University of Chicago researchers found that zeaxanthin, a pigment in leafy greens and orange peppers, strengthens cancer-killing T cells and boosts immunotherapy results. What this means for your plate.
A 2026 Tokyo University study found that combining everyday spices like chili and mint amplifies anti-inflammatory effects up to 100x. Your spice rack may matter more than any single supplement.
A 2026 study found meal repetition led to 37% more weight loss. Here's why boring diets work and how consistency beats variety.
A 2026 PNAS study found that astrocytes, not just neurons, control when you feel full. This newly discovered brain pathway could reshape how we think about appetite, overeating, and mindful nutrition.
A 16-year study of 793 adults found that higher vitamin D levels in midlife were linked to lower tau protein, a key Alzheimer's biomarker. One-third of participants had low levels, and only 5% supplemented.
Research shows your food environment shapes your diet more than discipline. Two viral Reddit threads and decades of data agree: where you eat determines what you eat.
A Karolinska Institutet study of 2,100+ adults found that APOE4 gene carriers who ate more meat had slower cognitive decline. One-size-fits-all diet advice may be outdated.
A traditional Japanese practice of stopping at 80% full is gaining research attention. It may help reduce calorie intake and improve your relationship with food without strict dieting.
Only 5% of Americans meet daily fiber recommendations. New dietary guidelines and AHA research highlight fiber's role in weight, gut health, and heart disease. What you need to know.
A 2026 study found BMI places over one-third of adults in the wrong weight category. What you eat matters more than what the scale says.
New research links artificial sweeteners like aspartame and sucralose to faster brain aging and memory issues. Here is what the science actually shows and what it means for your diet.
A landmark Nature Medicine study of 10,068 people found that what you eat predicts 92.4% of gut microbial species. Coffee, yogurt, and processed food each leave distinct bacterial fingerprints.
Yazio is a solid calorie counter with 100M+ users and strong fasting tools. But if you want an AI coach that actually remembers you, here is how it compares to Aumaï.
Japanese walking (Interval Walking Training) is 2026's biggest fitness trend. But nobody talks about what to eat before and after sessions. Here's what the research says about fueling IWT for maximum benefit.
NHS just approved Wegovy for 1.2M heart patients. But GLP-1 drugs cut appetite so hard that 1 in 4 users develop deficiencies. Here is what to eat.
A March 2026 study found six gut metabolites in blood predict early cognitive decline with 79% accuracy. What you eat shapes your brain health through the gut-brain axis.
A Bristol study found people eat 57% more food on whole diets but 330 fewer calories. Your body has nutritional intelligence — here is how it works.
AHA warns heart disease will surge in women by 2050. Research shows Mediterranean diet patterns can cut stroke risk significantly.
A clinical trial found a 2-day oatmeal protocol improved metabolic syndrome markers. Here's what the research actually says.
Most people quit food tracking because the tools are tedious, not because tracking doesn't work. The fix is simpler tools.
Tired of barcode scanning and database searches? AI-powered food logging replaces manual entry with photos, text, and voice.
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic suppress appetite but create unique nutritional needs. Here's why users need specialized coaching.
Visceral fat hides around your organs and ages your heart, even if you look fit. Here's what the latest research says and what you can do.
A 200,000-person study finds food quality matters more than cutting carbs or fat for heart health.
AI chatbots give nutrition advice freely, but how reliable is it? What the research says and how to filter signal from noise.
A 2026 Cochrane review questions intermittent fasting claims. Here's what the evidence actually says about IF and weight loss.
New research links earlier dinners to better heart health. Here's what the science says about meal timing and your circadian rhythm.
New studies link ultra-processed food to 67% higher cardiac risk. Learn what UPF actually means and how tracking your meals can help.
A new study links pre-workout supplements to severe sleep loss in young adults. Here's what the research says.
The Food is Medicine movement just got a $45B boost from the Rockefeller Foundation. Here's what produce prescriptions and nutrition tracking mean for everyday eaters.
Wellness tracking can help or harm. Here's how to use data without letting it run your life.
Nutritional purpose is 2026's biggest food trend. Here's what it means, why it matters, and how to actually apply it.
Neurowellness is 2026's biggest trend, but gadgets aren't the whole story. What you eat shapes how your nervous system handles stress.
Marathon season is here. Most runners obsess over mileage but ignore nutrition. Here's what the research actually says about fueling for race day.
Americans sleep 2 extra hours on weekends trying to catch up. Research suggests it doesn't work that way.
Burnout is reshaping how we approach wellness in 2026. Learn why sustainable habits and data-driven tracking beat quick fixes.
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic suppress appetite — but without careful macro tracking, you risk losing muscle alongside fat.
Functional fitness is the top trend for 2026. Why training for life beats training for looks, and how nutrition supports longevity.
Aumaï vs MyFitnessPal compared: AI-first logging vs the world's largest food database. Features, pricing, and which app suits your tracking style.
The 7 best AI nutrition apps in 2026 compared: features, pricing, and who each app is for. From photo logging to adaptive coaching.