Potatoes are among the most widely consumed yet frequently misunderstood foods. Despite their negative reputation, recent studies suggest they may aid in weight loss and enhance insulin sensitivity, particularly in people with glucose metabolism issues. In this Q&A, we talk with Candida J. Rebello, assistant professor and director of the Nutrition and Chronic Disease Program […]
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The cherished Italian dish, cacio e pepe, is famous for two things: its amazing taste and its notoriously tricky preparation. On the surface, it appears to be a straightforward recipe, with just three ingredients: pasta, pecorino romano cheese, and black pepper. However, as anyone who has attempted to cook it can attest, the cheese tends
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We can sustainably consume up to 255 grams (9 ounces) of meat per week—specifically poultry and pork. Beef, however, poses a bigger problem: even small amounts exceed environmental limits, according to a study published in Nature Food by researchers at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU). Lead author Caroline H. Gebara, a postdoc at DTU
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A recent study in the US confirms that brown rice has higher levels of arsenic compared to white rice. Understandably, this might raise some eyebrows — arsenic is a well-known toxic element. However, the concentrations found in brown rice are far below any threshold that would pose a danger to human health. And just like
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Each year, over a million people of all ages participate in marathons, reaping various health benefits from running. However, researchers caution that long-distance running may negatively impact the brain, with effects lasting up to a month after a race. Scientists from Spain’s University of the Basque Country (UPV/EHU) have found a connection between marathon running
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The next generation of GLP-1 receptor agonist drugs is on the horizon, with new weight-loss and diabetes treatments expected to hit shelves by early next year. These advancements follow the success of drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy, signaling a rapid evolution in obesity and diabetes care. Less than five years after the FDA approved Novo
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In a remarkable case, a man with a high genetic risk for Alzheimer’s defied the odds, avoiding the disease for decades despite carrying a mutation that almost always triggers early onset. His case, the only known instance involving the PSEN2 mutation, adds to just two other recorded cases of extreme Alzheimer’s resilience—both linked to a
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Researchers at Nagoya University in Japan have found that age-related cognitive decline is more closely linked to excessive neuronal activation over time rather than a simple reduction in activity. Their study, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, suggests that interventions—such as dietary changes—could help slow cognitive aging by limiting this hyperactivity. A
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Because mindfulness can be practiced at home for free, it is often seen as an ideal remedy for stress and mental health challenges. Rooted in Buddhist traditions, mindfulness meditation involves focusing on present-moment awareness of sensations, thoughts, and emotions. Ancient Texts Acknowledge Meditation’s Potential Downsides The earliest recorded evidence of meditation’s potential downsides dates back
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People taking semaglutide for diabetes or weight loss have frequently reported a decreased desire for alcohol. Now, a new study provides strong evidence supporting these claims, revealing a remarkable 30% reduction in alcohol consumption per drinking day among those on the medication, compared to just a 2% decrease with a placebo. Led by University of
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