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Category: Food & Nutrition

Dietary Changes May Lower Biological Age in Older Adults

A University of Sydney study found that older adults who reduced dietary fat or animal-based protein for just four weeks showed measurable reductions in biological age. The findings offer an early look at how diet could reshape aging outcomes later in life.

May 12, 2026
New Virus-Based Solution Targets Salmonella in the Food Chain

A newly identified virus that infects bacteria, called phage W5, could help control dangerous salmonella on foods and equipment. The discovery points to a greener, more targeted way to keep the food supply safe.

March 26, 2026
More Choices, More Calories: VR Buffet Study Reveals Hidden Overeating Risk

A Penn State study using a virtual reality buffet found that when people see more food options, they pile significantly more calories on their plates. The work points to simple ways dining halls, buffets and even home cooks can design environments that support healthier choices.

February 27, 2026
Keto Diet May Help Restore Exercise Benefits in People With High Blood Sugar

A Virginia Tech study in mice suggests a high-fat ketogenic diet can normalize blood sugar and restore key exercise benefits in the context of diabetes. The work highlights how diet and exercise may need to work together to protect the heart, muscles and metabolism.

February 25, 2026
Early Junk Food Reshapes the Brain, but Gut Microbes May Help

A new University College Cork study finds that high-fat, high-sugar diets in early life can leave lasting marks on the brain’s appetite circuits, but specific probiotics and prebiotics may help protect healthy eating habits into adulthood.

February 24, 2026
High-Fat Keto Diets May Damage Liver More Than Carbs, Study Finds

A new Penn State study in mice suggests that very high-fat and keto-style diets can harm liver health and drive weight gain more than high-carb diets. The findings highlight the benefits of whole grains and fiber and underscore the need for medically guided, personalized nutrition.

February 11, 2026
New AI Model Spots Foodborne Bacteria Faster and More Accurately

A new AI model can detect live bacteria in foods like spinach, chicken and cheese within hours, while avoiding false alarms from harmless debris. The advance could help prevent foodborne illness and costly recalls.

February 10, 2026
Two Days of Oatmeal Cut LDL Cholesterol in Metabolic Syndrome Trial

A University of Bonn study suggests that eating mostly oatmeal for just two days can significantly lower harmful LDL cholesterol in people with metabolic syndrome. The short, intensive diet also reshaped gut bacteria in ways that may help protect against diabetes and heart disease.

January 23, 2026
Whole Foods Let People Eat More but Consume Fewer Calories, Study Finds

A Bristol-led team found that when people eat only unprocessed foods, they naturally pile their plates with fruits and vegetables, ending up better nourished while taking in fewer calories. The work suggests our bodies may be wired with a kind of nutritional intelligence that today’s ultra-processed foods can disrupt.

January 20, 2026
Bamboo’s ‘Superfood’ Potential: New Review Highlights Health Benefits and Risks

A first-of-its-kind academic review suggests bamboo shoots may support blood sugar control, heart and gut health, and antioxidant defenses. Researchers say the fast-growing plant could be a sustainable addition to diets worldwide, if prepared safely.

January 15, 2026

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