A national survey experiment suggests that redesigned alcohol warnings, especially those highlighting cancer risk, were perceived as more effective than current U.S. labels at encouraging people to consider drinking less.
May 7, 2026
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Heart Health
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A new JAMA perspective argues that while GLP-1 drugs can dramatically reduce appetite and body weight, exercise may still play a critical role in preserving muscle, supporting metabolic health and helping people maintain results long term.
Healthy Aging
Nutrition Science
A new lab study suggests cranberry juice compounds may help certain antibiotics work better against some UTI-causing bacteria, but researchers say human benefits remain unproven.
May 8, 2026
New research found that people newly diagnosed with type 2 diabetes had sharply higher post-meal glucagon levels tied closely to fatty liver disease, raising new questions about how early metabolic dysfunction develops.
May 5, 2026
Gut Health
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A 24-year study found that higher long-term BMI was associated with steeper cognitive decline in older adults, but BMI is only one piece of a much bigger brain health puzzle.
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A new scientific statement reinforces that long-standing eating patterns still hold up.
Apr 1, 2026
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A new study finds that sleep patterns and diet both influence immune function, but through separate biological pathways tied to inflammation and long-term health.
Apr 7, 2026
Early animal research suggests potential gut and gene effects, but what it means for people remains unclear.
Apr 13, 2026
4 min read
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A UK market survey found naturally occurring fungal toxins in plant-based products, but levels were below current European safety guidelines.
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A large MRI study found that fat stored inside muscle was linked to higher odds of blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol problems, even in adults without known disease.
May 6, 2026
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