Nutrition

Girls who took this supplement for a year built measurably more bone than those who didn’t

The powder is cheap, mixes into a drink and feeds the gut bacteria, but it may do something else that matters for life.

What should you eat first on your plate? New study reveals the answer

The real trick may not lie in what's on your plate, but in the order you reach for each bite.

How eating dark chocolate every day may affect your heart, blood pressure and brain

A daily square after dinner feels like a guilty pleasure, but the research behind that small habit tells a more interesting story.

How eating oats every day could quietly lower your LDL cholesterol

A small daily amount of one everyday grain carries a rare regulator's stamp of approval, and newer trials keep backing it up.

Berries, poultry and 2.5 extra years: What the MIND diet may do to your brain

The eating plan is a hybrid of two famous diets, and two of its foods did most of the work in a long new follow-up.

Girls who took this supplement for a year built measurably more bone than those who didn’t

The powder is cheap, mixes into a drink and feeds the gut bacteria, but it may do something else that matters for life.

What should you eat first on your plate? New study reveals the answer

The real trick may not lie in what's on your plate, but in the order you reach for each bite.

How eating dark chocolate every day may affect your heart, blood pressure and brain

A daily square after dinner feels like a guilty pleasure, but the research behind that small habit tells a more interesting story.

How eating oats every day could quietly lower your LDL cholesterol

A small daily amount of one everyday grain carries a rare regulator's stamp of approval, and newer trials keep backing it up.

10 Smart Ways to Cut Calories Without Feeling Hungry

Cutting calories is a common weight-loss strategy, but drastic reductions are rarely sustainable.Instead of focusing on what to eliminate, experts suggest making smart...

Winter life hacks: Smart ways to use freezing temperatures

When temperatures drop and frost sets in, there are plenty of smart and fun ways to make use of the cold.From practical life hacks...

Why You Still Crave Dessert Even When You’re Full – Science Explains

Ever wondered why you always have room for dessert, even after a big meal? Scientists have discovered that your brain plays a key role...

Should you really feed a cold and starve a fever? A doctor explains

We've all heard the old saying: "Feed a cold, starve a fever". But is there any truth to it?Professor Tom Wilkinson, an expert...

The surprising benefits of magnesium – and what happens if you don’t get enough

Magnesium is an essential mineral that plays a crucial role in numerous functions.While most people get enough through their diet, both deficiency and...

The ultimate guide to boiling the perfect egg – according to science

Want to master the art of boiling eggs?Researchers from the University of Napoli Federico II have discovered the optimal method by analyzing how...