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Switching from butter to plant-based oils linked to lower mortality risk

Researchers compare how the consumption of butter or plant-based oil impacts total and cause-specific mortality.

11 Mar 2025

New test could predict life-threatening side effects of cancer immunotherapy

Medical researchers in Japan have discovered a way to predict a potentially life-threatening side effect of cancer immunotherapy before it occurs.

10 Mar 2025

Can eating invasive species and forgotten crops boost Europe's food security?

European researchers propose diversifying diets with novel foods (NF), underutilized crops (NUS), and invasive species (IAS) to combat biodiversity loss and food insecurity, balancing ecological benefits with risks like regulatory barriers and consumer skepticism.

10 Mar 2025

Compound found in rosemary shows promise for Alzheimer's treatment

The herb rosemary has long been linked with memory: "There's rosemary, that's for remembrance," says Ophelia in Shakespeare's Hamlet. So it is fitting that researchers would study a compound found in rosemary and sage-carnosic acid-for its impact on Alzheimer's disease.

10 Mar 2025

Many parents uncertain about bird flu information and risks, poll suggests

With soaring egg prices and ongoing bird flu headlines, many parents are uncertain about the risks and facts surrounding the virus, a national poll suggests.

10 Mar 2025

FDA warns against unsafe UV wands for disinfection

If you use an ultraviolet wand to disinfect and kill germs — or are thinking about it — be aware that certain brands may produce unsafe levels of radiation and should not be used.

10 Mar 2025

Understanding the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of traumatic brain injury

A car accident. A football tackle. An unfortunate fall. These things—and more—can cause head injuries. Head injuries can happen to anyone, at any age, and they can damage the brain.

10 Mar 2025

Reprogramming T cells to overcome tumor challenges

Solid tumors often provide a challenging environment for the T cells of our immune system. By reprogramming the metabolism of T cells, scientists at the VIB-KU Leuven Center for Cancer Biology and their collaborators demonstrated a remarkable ability to boost the immune system's fight against cancer, showing promise for improving patient outcomes in difficult-to-treat malignancies.

10 Mar 2025

MRNA vaccines, once a Trump boast, now face attacks from some in GOP

Researchers racing to develop bird flu vaccines for humans have turned to a cutting-edge technology that enabled the rapid development of lifesaving covid shots.

10 Mar 2025

How the FDA lets chemicals pour into America’s food supply

Joseph Shea, who sells athletic wear in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, wonders and worries about the food he eats.

10 Mar 2025

Why do some people need supplements and others don’t? New review explains

New research in The New England Journal of Medicine reviews current knowledge on micronutrient requirements, deficiencies, and interventions. It highlights the need for targeted supplementation and calls for advanced research to better diagnose and treat hidden deficiencies.

9 Mar 2025

How to pick healthier gluten-free bread

Gluten-free (GF) breads and flours often contain less natural fiber and more fat than gluten-containing counterparts, with added psyllium or gums boosting fiber at the cost of higher saturated fats. Researchers urge better formulation to match GF diets’ nutritional quality to traditional options.

9 Mar 2025

Fluoride's safety under scrutiny as study finds prenatal exposure may impair cognition

Exposure to fluoride during pregnancy and childhood may negatively impact children's cognitive abilities. Even low fluoride levels below international standards are associated with lower perceptual and verbal reasoning scores.

9 Mar 2025

Are big retail chains driving global obesity? Study confirms alarming link

Global rise of large food chains linked to obesity epidemic; unhealthy food sales spike dramatically over last decade.

9 Mar 2025

These simple diet tweaks could slash microplastics in your body

Researchers identify dietary and lifestyle-based strategies that may reduce human exposure to microplastics and nanoplastics.

9 Mar 2025

New framework established for ethical and effective personalized nutrition

Personalized nutrition (PN) has gained popularity in recent years as a customized approach to health outcomes.

7 Mar 2025

Environmental factors play key role in cognitive decline and dementia risk

A new study from the University of Georgia College of Public Health focuses on the powerful role our surroundings play in shaping dementia risk. Led by Assistant Professor of Health Policy and Management Suhang Song, this meta-analysis demonstrates that factors including air pollution and access to green or blue spaces can significantly raise or lower the odds of cognitive decline and developing dementia.

7 Mar 2025