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Oxalic Acid in Spinach and Almonds May Exacerbate Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Study Finds

Oxalic Acid in Spinach and Almonds May Exacerbate Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Study Finds

Naturally occurring compounds in dietary staples such as spinach, beets, almonds, and cocoa—foods widely celebrated for their health benefits—may...
Clue to Treating Fatty Liver May Reside in the Gut, Not the Liver, Study Suggests

Clue to Treating Fatty Liver May Reside in the Gut, Not the Liver, Study Suggests

Concern over liver health is steadily intensifying worldwide. Fatty liver disease occurs when lipid accumulation exceeds 5% of the liver's total...
Does Attending Daycare Improve Children's Gut Health?

Does Attending Daycare Improve Children's Gut Health?

Daycare and kindergarten, where children spend time with their peers for the first time after birth, are not just...
Same Arthritis Drug, Different Results: Why Treatment Nonresponse Is Not Your Fault

Same Arthritis Drug, Different Results: Why Treatment Nonresponse Is Not Your Fault

If two patients take the exact same medication, why does one recover while the other sees little to no improvement.
South Korea Expands Microbiome Research Guidelines to Include Fungi

South Korea Expands Microbiome Research Guidelines to Include Fungi

Microorganisms residing in the human body extend well beyond bacteria and viruses to encompass fungi, including molds...
Ube Is Touted for Gut Health and Weight Loss—Does the Purple Yam Live Up to the Hype?

Ube Is Touted for Gut Health and Weight Loss—Does the Purple Yam Live Up to the Hype?

Ube, a root vegetable prized for its vivid purple hue, has rapidly expanded from traditional Filipino cuisine into...
Faithful to Supplements, but Health Declines? Why Breakfast Produce Matters Most

Faithful to Supplements, but Health Declines? Why Breakfast Produce Matters Most

On rushed mornings, taking vitamins, omega-3s, probiotics, or protein powders has become a standard routine for many...
The Zero-Sugar Illusion: What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Diet Soda Every Day?

The Zero-Sugar Illusion: What Happens to Your Body When You Drink Diet Soda Every Day?

For many dieters struggling to cut out sweet drinks, zero-sugar beverages feel like a risk-free indulgence.
Skip the Expensive Longevity Pills: Why a Cup of Fresh Berries Outperforms Anti-Aging Supplements

Skip the Expensive Longevity Pills: Why a Cup of Fresh Berries Outperforms Anti-Aging Supplements

So-called “anti-aging supplements” are rapidly gaining market traction, fueled by bold marketing claims that they can...
Smart Snacking: Four Nutrient-Dense Options to Steady Blood Sugar and Prolong Satiety

Smart Snacking: Four Nutrient-Dense Options to Steady Blood Sugar and Prolong Satiety

Snacks are frequently vilified as the ultimate hurdle to effective blood sugar control.