Chewing gum made from beans could help stop the spread of flu and herpes
Scientists at the University of Pennsylvania have developed an antiviral chewing gum that may help reduce the spread of common viruses like influenza and...
Edible coating from pomegranate can help strawberries stay fresh much longer
A new edible film made from pomegranate peel and squid shells can help strawberries stay fresh for much longer, according to scientists in Brazil.
This...
Let’s cut to the chase: How you prep your food matters
You probably know that what you eat is important for your health. And you might have given some thought to how you cook it,...
Study finds a new way to treat alcohol-related liver damage
Many people think that once the liver is badly damaged—especially by alcohol—it can’t recover.
But new research and patient care methods are proving that the...
Scientists find a surprising link between obesity and food pleasure
We often think people gain weight because junk food tastes too good. But new research from the University of California, Berkeley, reveals a surprising...
How eating yogurt could help lower your risk of bowel cancer
New research suggests that eating yogurt regularly might help reduce the risk of certain types of bowel cancer, especially in younger adults.
This follows earlier...
Are ultra-processed foods really that bad?
There’s been growing concern about ultra-processed foods (UPFs) and their impact on health.
However, experts warn that rushing to tell people to avoid all UPFs...
Eating healthy on a budget: Simple tips to save money and stay healthy
Eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive! With rising food prices, many people struggle to afford nutritious meals.
In fact, a June 2024 survey by...
Sugary drinks may cause millions of diabetes and heart disease cases worldwide
A new study estimates that sugary drinks contribute to millions of cases of type 2 diabetes and heart disease each year.
Researchers from Tufts University’s...
Swapping butter for plant-based oils could help you live longer
A new study suggests that replacing butter with plant-based oils like soybean, canola, and olive oil could significantly improve health and lower the risk...