Diets High in Fructose Lead to More Weight Gain
Increased fructose intake from processed foods triggers a genetic trait to store fat. This used to help us survive but now it leads to weight gain.
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Tackling Toxicity: What Do We Know About Cholera?
X-rays reveal how cholera bacteria from contaminated food and water effectively survives in the human gut.
Healthy BMI Is No Longer One Size Fits All
New data shows that the healthy BMI range isn’t as narrow as we thought, nor is it where we thought it was.
More Alcohol-Related Hepatitis Following COVID-19
Rates of hospital admissions for alcohol-related hepatitis have increased since 2019, and certain groups are more at risk.
New Wearable Technology Reveals Secrets in Sweat
Technology may be able to sense health information like blood sugar levels anytime a user breaks a sweat, thanks to innovative engineering.
Sweet Solution: Taste Protein Guides Drug Design
A taste-signaling protein found in the tongue and pancreas provides a way to design healthier sugar substitutes and new diabetes medications.
More Exercise Doesn’t Always Burn More Calories
Are you hoping to shed some weight this year? Research shows that more exercise doesn’t always burn more calories.
Vaccine Misinformation and Social Media
Where do you get your information? Research shows that people who rely on social media for health information are more likely to have inaccurate beliefs about vaccine safety.
Your health on COVID-19 stay-at-home orders
COVID-19 stay-at-home orders have had a divided impact on health, and new research finds that the effect is different for people with obesity.
How Fiber Helps Your Body Fight Bacteria
Did you know that fiber, in addition to it’s other well-known benefits, can help your body fight off bacteria? Find out how!