Researchers at Columbia University have discovered a key brain region in mice that functions like a "food switch". The area is known as the bed nucleus of the stria terminalis…
A study published in Nature Medicine by researchers at University College London suggests that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) can impair weight loss even when consumed in line with national dietary recommendations.…
The U.S. obesity rate continues to rise, with approximately 40% of adults over the age of 20 now classified as obese—an increase of 10 percentage points over the past two…
Global warming poses a significant threat to the production of major food crops worldwide. A study published in Nature Food by researchers at Aalto University in Finland reveals that if…
Researchers have discovered that promoting the health of the gut microbiome is nearly as crucial as supplementing missing calories and vitamins to counteract the detrimental effects of childhood malnutrition. Over…
A recent study has found that food Contact Chemicals (FCCs) are widely present in the human body, with scientists detecting 3601 different chemicals used in food packaging and related products.…
Researchers at the University of Tübingen in Germany have developed a new method that utilizes microorganisms to convert hydrogen, oxygen, and carbon dioxide into proteins and vitamin B9. This innovation…
People consume over 30,000 species of plants and animals, yet our knowledge about their nutritional composition is limited. The molecular components of only a few hundred common foods have been…
China has recently introduced comprehensive nationwide standards aiming to enhance supervision of the rapidly expanding prepared meals market. These standards cover various aspects, including regulations on raw materials, ingredients, storage,…
Spicy food not only delights our taste buds but also offers numerous health benefits. It stimulates our appetite, improves blood circulation, and boosts our immune system. However, it's important to…