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A 2026 MIT study found a ketogenic diet increased small intestine tumor growth in cancer-prone mice, even as similar diets looked protective in the colon. Here is what it means for keto eaters.
Heat waves have turned electrolyte drinks into a summer craze. Here's what 2026 research says about hydration, water-rich foods, and when salts actually help.
High-protein lattes, chips and beer are everywhere in 2026. Here is what the science says about fortified foods and how much protein you really need.
Creatine is famous for building muscle, but 2026 research is testing whether it helps the brain. Here is what the evidence actually shows.
New July 2026 studies show how simple plant-based food swaps can lead to nutrient gaps. Learn how to transition without losing key nutrients.
A new June 2026 study reveals that drinking pea protein 30 minutes before a meal cuts blood sugar spikes by 75%. Here is how to use this preload hack.
A June 2026 Cell Metabolism study reveals how a plant-focused diet with small methionine adjustments extends lifespan without causing muscle loss or frailty.
A June 2026 UK Biobank study of 23,000+ adults found vegetable protein linked to 11-24% lower joint disease risk, while red meat was associated with higher rheumatoid arthritis risk. Here's what the data shows and what to eat differently.
A 2026 Annals of Oncology study of 229,000+ obese adults found GLP-1 drugs linked to a 41% drop in obesity-related cancer risk. Here's what the data shows, and what to eat to make the most of it.
A BMJ review of 153,902 adults found calcium and vitamin D supplements offer little protection against fractures or falls. Here's what the evidence actually supports for bone health.
A Harvard study of 5,370 adults tracked for nearly nine years links high ultra-processed food intake to a 58% higher risk of dementia and 46% higher cognitive impairment. Here's what the data shows and what to eat instead.
A new study reviewed 7,200+ studies to redefine what 'moderate' drinking actually means for cancer, heart disease, and mortality risk. Published June 9, 2026.
A Nature Medicine trial found that a specific gut bacterium slowed weight regain after dieting. Here's what the research shows, and what to eat to support it.
A June 2026 meta-analysis of 633,317 people across 23 countries found consistent links between healthy diets and lower rates of depression, anxiety, and stress. Here's what the data shows.
A 30-year Harvard study of 105,015 adults found that certain dietary patterns nearly double your odds of reaching 70 free of chronic disease and cognitive decline. Here's what the data shows.
A major French study of 112,000 adults linked 8 common food preservatives to higher blood pressure and cardiovascular risk. Here's which ones, and what to eat instead.
A UC Davis study found banana-based smoothies reduce flavanol absorption by 84%. Here's why, and what to blend instead for real heart benefits.
A major BMJ analysis of 12 long-term studies found that regular legume and soy intake could lower hypertension risk by up to 29-30%. Here's what the data shows, and how much you actually need to eat.
A Harvard-led study of 38,000 women found one dietary pattern consistently linked to less weight gain around menopause. It's not a diet — it's a shift in what fills the plate.
A major 6-year European trial found that a specific version of the Mediterranean diet reduces type 2 diabetes risk by 31%. Here's exactly what changed, and what it means for how you eat.
A 2026 University of Sydney study found that four weeks of specific diet changes measurably reduced biological age markers in adults aged 65–75. Here's what worked, and what it means for the rest of us.
A 2026 study tracking 4,800 nights of sleep data found that fiber intake and plant diversity measurably improve deep sleep and REM — and the effect shows up the same night.
The US just updated its dietary guidelines to recommend up to double the previous protein intake. Here's what the science actually supports, and how to figure out your real number.
A new Nature study found T cells become sharper infection fighters within six hours of eating. Healthy fats appeared to amplify the effect the most.
A 2026 Nature Medicine study found 1 in 4 adults reversed prediabetes without losing a pound. Where your fat sits matters more than what the scale says.
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 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 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.
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