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Erythritol, a common artificial sweetener, is found in baked goods, beverages, gum, and candy. Recent research from the Cleveland Clinic indicates that consuming foods containing erythritol, a widely used artificial sweetener, may elevate the risk of cardiovascular events like heart attacks and str

The capacity of microbes to modify fat metabolism might account for potential health advantages in humans. A recent study has revealed that the microbes present in kombucha tea influence fat metabolism in the intestines of a model worm species in a way that mirrors the metabolic effects of fasting.

People are aware of their gut and the trillions of microbes that call it home like never before.

The commonly used term "hunter-gatherers" for describing early humans should be revised to "gatherer-hunters" in the context of the Andes in South America, suggests groundbreaking new research led by an archaeologist from the University of Wyoming. Archaeologists long thought that early human die

We are constantly reminded about how exercise benefits our bone and muscle health or reduces fat.

A new study about teen eating habits, led by a 16-year-old scientist, found that ultra-processed foods may trigger additional unhealthy food choices. A study of adolescent eating habits found that certain ultra-processed foods, such as candy, prepackaged pastries, and frozen desserts, may act a

Researchers have uncovered the crucial role of Lactobacillus in stress management and the potential prevention of depression and anxiety, paving the way for new probiotic-based treatments for mental health conditions. University of Virginia School of Medicine researchers have discovered how Lacto

Health professionals have long praised the benefits of insoluble fiber for bowel regularity and overall health. New findings from the University of Minnesota provide further evidence emphasizing the importance of incorporating fiber into our daily meals. In a new study published in Nutrients, sci

The Canadian Liver Foundation launched a campaign to celebrate the potential that coffee has in enhancing a person's liver health.

Switching from red meat to plant-derived protein sources could lower the risk of diabetes and offer environmental benefits. Consuming as few as two servings of red meat weekly could elevate the risk of type 2 diabetes in comparison to those who consume less, a recent study from Harvard T.H. Chan Sc

A study from Baylor College of Medicine found that the fungus Candida albicans can produce toxic peptides linked to Alzheimer's disease, suggesting the fungus might play a role in its development. This new insight warrants further research for potential treatments. Previous research has implicate

A new study led by researchers at Syracuse University sheds light on the ability of CBD to reduce pain along with the impact that the so-called placebo effect may have on pain outcomes. It's been hailed as a wonder drug and it's certainly creating wonder profits. By some estimates, the Cannabidio

Researchers suggest that the findings could warrant consideration in clinical practice. A first-of-its-kind study published in the journal BMJ Evidence-Based Medicine indicates that a natural compound in the culinary spice turmeric might have similar efficacy as omeprazole—an acid-reducing drug—in

Dahlia extract was discovered to stabilize blood sugar levels. Clinical trials led by the University of Otago have discovered that dahlia flower petal extract can help stabilize the blood sugar levels in individuals with diabetes. Under the guidance of Associate Professor Alexander Tups, a neuro

A computer science student in the UK has created a plush ball that aims to support mental health by ‘personifying’ breath. A Ph.D. student from the University of Bath in the UK has created a plush ball that "personifies" human breathing, inflating and deflating in sync with the user's inhales and e

Sweet Smell of Success: Simple Fragrance Method Produces Major Memory Boost When a fragrance wafted through the bedrooms of older adults for two hours every night for six months, memories skyrocketed. In fact, participants in this study by neuroscientists from the University of California, Irvine (