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As an expected 150 million Americans dig into a hot dog this 4th of July weekend, physicians highlight how little we know about the health risks of this kind of processed meat. In fact, close to 90% of US adults surveyed were unsure of or completely ...

Adam Taylor & Michelle Swainson, Lancaster University/The Conversation ...

A new review by Tufts University researchers presents comprehensive and convincing research linking common sugar substitutes with metabolic disturbances that begin in the gut and then flow throughout the body. It also highlights issues of food-label ...

Cancer is rising among younger generations worldwide, and scientists are uncovering clues as to why.

A flower you may have in your backyard or have seen in a public garden has been found to contain a surprisingly high amount of protein. It could transform how we think of "ornamental" plants - and flowers in general.

Jack McNamara, University of East London/The Conversation ...

Sally Ibrahim, Case Western Reserve University/The Conversation ...

A modified diet that takes cues from the Mediterranean model has the potential to promote healthier aging, with scientists combining a large dataset from human research with the results of an animal study to understand the mechanisms at play.

Prasad Nishtala, University of Bath/The Conversation ...

An after-meal gummy packed with heat-inactivated bacteria appears to significantly reduce the prevalence of gum disease, with new research demonstrating that this simple measure could alleviate inflammation without upsetting the mouth's microbiome or ...