How a common food additive helped scientists study the brain at scale
Researchers at Stanford have found an unexpected solution to a major challenge in brain science—using a common food additive, xanthan gum, to solve a...
Do you need dietary supplements? Vitamins, minerals, and more
Bottles of supplements line the shelves at your local supermarket. These include vitamins and minerals from A to zinc. You can also find products...
Why coffee might be risky for some people’s kidneys
Scientists from the University of Toronto and other research centers have found that drinking a lot of coffee may not be safe for everyone.
The...
This nutrient deficiency linked to organ damage and Alzheimer’s disease
Choline is an essential nutrient that our bodies need to stay healthy. Although the liver makes a small amount, we get most of it...
Super yeast boosts production of heart-healthy omega-7 fatty acid
Scientists in China have created a special yeast strain that can produce large amounts of palmitoleic acid—an omega-7 fatty acid known for its health...
Eating processed food may raise risk of early Parkinson’s
A new study shows that people who eat a lot of ultra-processed foods may be more likely to show early signs of Parkinson’s disease.
These...
Foods that may harm your kidneys and how to avoid them
Your kidneys play a key role in keeping your body healthy by removing waste from your blood and balancing fluids.
While they are very efficient,...
Low FODMAP diet may help heal leaky gut
People with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (also called IBS-D) often suffer from symptoms like stomach pain and frequent, loose bowel movements.
Many of them...
Eggs cleared of cholesterol blame in new heart study
For years, eggs have had a bad reputation for raising cholesterol and increasing the risk of heart disease.
But new research from the University of...
Calcium and potassium-rich diet may prevent repeat kidney stones
Kidney stones are painful and can lead to serious health problems like chronic kidney disease, osteoporosis, and heart disease.
Once someone gets a kidney stone,...