Studies & Experts

We sift through the science to report on the latest health and nutrition studies that matter to you. Our research-backed approach and expert advice will help you make better-informed food and lifestyle choices.

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Anti-Inflammatory Diet May Lead to 21% Lower Risk of Cognitive Impairment, According to New Study
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Physical Activity May Lower Heart Disease Risk by 23%, According to a New Study
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This Is the Best Time to Exercise After a Meal for Optimal Blood Sugar Control, According to a New Study
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Childhood Obesity May Be Linked to Iron Deficiency, According to New Study from the British Journal of Medicine
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This One Swap Might Help Those With Type 2 Diabetes Increase Longevity by 26%, a New Study Suggests
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A Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis Before Age 60 Might Increase Dementia Risk By 300%, New Study Finds
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These 3 Eating Habits Could Increase Your Risk for Diabetes, According to New Research
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A New Study Reveals the Best and Worst Behavior Patterns to Consider to Lose Weight and Keep it Off
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Consumer Reports Just Found High Levels of Lead in Lunchables—and Warn About Sodium Content
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Reducing Sitting Time by 30 Minutes a Day May Lower Blood Pressure by 3.5 Points, According to New Study
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Physical Activity Linked to a 71% Lower Risk of Insomnia, According to a New Study
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I Have Chronic Foot Pain, and These Are the Most Comfortable Pair of Workout Shoes I've Ever Owned
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1 in 4 U.S. Adults Are Sedentary for Over 8 Hours Each Day—Here Are 5 Easy Ways to Walk More
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Intermittent Fasting Linked to 91% Higher Risk of Heart Disease, According to New Study
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The 8 Foods You Should Focus On for Better Health, According to a Gastroenterologist
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What Color Should Your Pee Be? Here's What Doctors Say
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New Study Finds the Best (and Worst) Foods to Help Prevent Uterine Fibroids
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5 Dietitian-Approved Tips to Help Feel Your Best While Fasting for Ramadan
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Artificially-Sweetened Drinks May Increase Heart Disease Risk by 20%, New Study Shows
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Daylight Savings Time May Impact Heart Health, According to the American Heart Association
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Sitting Too Much As You Age May Have Harmful Effects, Even If You Exercise—A New Study Shows
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Use a Gas Stove? New Research Shows How It Might Be Polluting the Air in Your Home
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Eating More Than 22% of Daily Calories from Protein May Raise Heart Disease Risk, Says New Research
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Should You Be Following a Low-Histamine Diet? Here's What a Gastroenterologist Says
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This Is What a Gastroenterologist’s Gut-Healthy Morning Routine Looks Like
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These 5 Healthy Lifestyle Factors May Reduce IBS Risk up to 42%, According to a New Study
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High Sugar Intake Can Increase Depression Risk by 28%, According to New Study
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3,600 Steps per Day May Reduce Your Risk of Heart Failure by 26%, New Study Shows
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For People with Diabetes and Overweight, These Two Factors May Lead to 61% Lower Cardiovascular Event Risk, New Study Shows
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Multidisciplinary Diabetes Management May Lead to 28% Lower Dementia Risk, According to New Research
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The #1 Dessert to Help Relieve Acid Reflux, According to a Gastroenterologist
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Can Tai Chi Help Reduce Blood Pressure? A New Study Says Yes
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Should You Be Using ChatGPT for Nutrition Advice? New Study Says Not
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Eating More Fiber May Lower Arthritis Risk, According to New Research
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Lack of Sleep and Exercise Strongly Correlated with Heart Disease, Says New Study
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What Is Food Noise—And How Does It Relate to Your Weight? Here's What a New Survey Found
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Want to Lower Alzheimer’s Disease Risk? New Study Says Exercise May Help
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Do You Really Need to Get 10,000 Steps a Day? Experts Suggest No
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The Best Frozen Fruit for Gut Health, According to a Gastroenterologist
Should You Worry About Nanoplastics in Bottled Water? Here's What a New Study Shows
Should You Worry About Nanoplastics in Bottled Water? Here's What a New Study Shows
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Irregular Circadian Rhythms May Increase Heart Disease Risk by 300%, According to a New Study
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Can Disrupted Sleep Impact Your Memory Later in Life? New Study Says Yes
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The 3 Best Fruits & Vegetables to Help Lower Cholesterol, According to a Cardiologist
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Eating More Protein May Reduce Heart Disease Risk, New Study Shows
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This $9 Facial Sunscreen Is So Good, I Love Wearing It Every Single Day—and It’s Dermatologist Approved
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These Healthy Lifestyle Factors May Help Reduce Early Dementia Risk, New Study Shows
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Will the Solar Eclipse Impact Your Health? Here's What NASA Says
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These Are the Best and Worst Diets of 2024, According to U.S. News & World Report
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"Oatzempic" Is TikTok's Latest Weight-Loss Trend—Here's What a Dietitian Thinks
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What You Eat on a Low-Carb Diet Can Impact Future Weight Gain, According to a New Study
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The 9 Best & Worst Foods For Healthy Testosterone Levels, According to a Dietitian
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The #1 Activity to Support Your Heart Health, According to a Cardiologist
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5 Supplements to Consider Taking When You Have Arthritis, According to Dietitians
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The 5 Best Types of Fish for Brain Health, According to Scientists