Gut bugs and drugs
We normally think of antibiotics affecting our gut bacteria, but German and Japanese...
Low carb vs low fat – it’s a draw
New research adds to the body of evidence that neither cutting carbs nor...
Brain-boosting yellow foods
Research at the University of Illinois has found that children who eat more...
Probiotic promise for pregnancy complications
Probiotics taken during pregnancy at specific times potentially help lower the risk of...
Super ’shrooms
Mushrooms contain higher levels of two antioxidant compounds, known as ergothioneine and glutathione,...
Wine glass size on the rise
Feel like you’re drinking more wine than you were a decade ago? Larger...
Tipping the scales on diabetes
Could a strict energy-controlled diet really kick type 2 diabetes into remission? The...
Too much salt bad for mouse brains
A high-salt diet can impair cognition in mice, according to a recent animal...
Less sat fat for kids, healthier adult hearts
A lower saturated fat diet for children potentially reduces the risk of developing...
Health perks of coffee
Moderate coffee drinking is unlikely to cause harm and may even have health...
Ditch the phone for a longer sleep?
Excessive smartphone use may be interfering with teenagers getting enough sleep.
Research led by...
Berries and tea to ward off diabetes
Eating lots of antioxidant-rich food potentially lowers your risk of developing type 2...
Get moving to lift mood
Exercising for as little as one hour a week helps protect against depression,...
Pick a colour and get happy
Could the latest cure for the blues be colouring in?
Who remembers furiously scribbling...
