Food
Food is the foundation of health and daily mood. Research highlights the importance of proteins, the risks of ultra-processed foods, and evidence-based ways to optimize metabolism and energy.
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Plant protein and fish are linked with longer life, while red and processed meat raise risk
A recent media claim said that eating a lot of animal protein speeds aging. The idea has some truth, but…
Ultra-processed foods linked to weaker muscles and higher fat in thighs
A UCSF study finds eating ultra-processed foods adds fat to thigh muscles, making them weaker and raising arthritis risk, even if you exercise.
videoMeal timing and food choices that support health
Intermittent Fasting (IF): Eating within a restricted time window, like 16–20 hours of fasting daily, helps activate longevity pathways, reduce…
Not smoking, moving regularly, and eating varied foods add the most years to your life
A study published in JAMA Network Open found that non-smoking, regular exercise, and a diverse diet significantly increase the likelihood…
Diet plays a bigger role in weight loss than exercise
Role of physical activity in weight loss for people with obesity remains modest but beneficial Exercise, particularly aerobic training, contributes…
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Five familiar habits can add a decade of disease-free life after 50
Sticking with five well-known behaviors, eating a plant-rich diet, exercising regularly, keeping weight in the healthy range, limiting alcohol and…
Why older people gain weight as fat and muscle change
Aging can make fat gain easier because fat turnover slows, muscle falls, and daily energy use declines. That helps explain later-life weight gain, but no single mechanism explains it all.
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Why do carbonated beverages feel so satisfying?
The enjoyment from carbonated beverages, including diet sodas and sparkling water, can be attributed to several factors. The sensation of…
A researcher wants tobacco-style health warnings on ultra-processed food packaging
A leading scientist calls for tobacco-style warning labels on ultra-processed foods due to their harmful health effects. These foods, linked…
Where the world gets its protein: a country-by-country look
An analysis of global protein consumption shows distinct regional differences in dietary habits. In wealthier nations, people primarily consume animal-based…
For older adults, very long daily fasts were linked to higher heart death risk
Time restricted eating means limiting food to a set daily window, for example eating within 8 to 12 hours and…
Intermittent Fasting may raise heart-disease death risk
Intermittent fasting, better known as time-restricted eating, asks people to eat all their food inside a fixed daily window. A…
Intermittent fasting may improve the brain‑gut microbiome during weight loss
Intermittent fasting appears to cause changes in both the brain and the gut. It affects areas of the brain linked…