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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.
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.
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 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 One-size-fits-all diet advice may be outdated.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Burnout is reshaping how we approach wellness in 2026. Learn why sustainable habits and data-driven tracking beat quick fixes.
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.
Protein recommendations have changed. Here is how much you should really eat each day according to the latest 2026 studies.
A 2026 Cochrane meta-analysis compared intermittent fasting to standard diets. The results may surprise you.