Nutrition

What pregnant women eat may affect their baby’s health, and one food stood out in a new study

A Harvard-led study involving more than 1,300 mothers has uncovered a surprising connection between pregnancy diets and two common conditions in babies. Researchers found that women who ate more seafood and followed a Mediterranean-style diet were less likely to have infants who developed both colic and eczema.

The CDC’s new fall vaccine rules: Who needs the stronger flu shot and when to go

The guidance for this season draws a clearer line on who gets the stronger flu shot at 65 and over, and who still needs a COVID dose.

Stanford scientists found what modern guts are missing, and linked it to chronic disease

The guts of two remote populations still carry hundreds of bacteria most of us appear to have lost somewhere along the way.

Normal ferritin levels by age and sex: what your blood test result means

The marker appears on routine blood panels, yet the number can tell two very different stories about your health.

7 everyday foods high in magnesium that may help your sleep and heart

The gap is real, the fix is on your plate, and the FDA has publicly backed one specific payoff.

What pregnant women eat may affect their baby’s health, and one food stood out in a new study

A Harvard-led study involving more than 1,300 mothers has uncovered a surprising connection between pregnancy diets and two common conditions in babies. Researchers found that women who ate more seafood and followed a Mediterranean-style diet were less likely to have infants who developed both colic and eczema.

The CDC’s new fall vaccine rules: Who needs the stronger flu shot and when to go

The guidance for this season draws a clearer line on who gets the stronger flu shot at 65 and over, and who still needs a COVID dose.

Stanford scientists found what modern guts are missing, and linked it to chronic disease

The guts of two remote populations still carry hundreds of bacteria most of us appear to have lost somewhere along the way.

Normal ferritin levels by age and sex: what your blood test result means

The marker appears on routine blood panels, yet the number can tell two very different stories about your health.

Why experts recommend eggs after GLP-1 medication

Many people regain weight after stopping weight-loss medication, but one very common food may help keep the weight off.

How to store your parmesan properly in the refrigerator

Many people store parmesan the wrong way without realizing it. This can lead to moisture, unpleasant odors, and, in the worst cases, mold growing on the cheese.

Dietary supplements containing tyrosine may shorten lifespan in men

A new study suggests that a substance found in many dietary supplements could potentially affect men’s lifespan.

The timing of your meals could help lower your BMI

Studies suggest that the timing of meals may play a significant role in both weight management and overall health.

How grapes can affect your brain, heart and digestion

According to research, grapes may be one of the most nutrient-rich fruits in the fruit bowl.Purple grapes in particular are highlighted for their high...

New study: Vitamin D may affect people with inflammatory bowel disease

A new study suggests that vitamin D may influence the immune system in people with inflammatory bowel disease.