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From raw eggs at the crack of dawn to whey shakes after workouts – there's a whole lot of advice about the best way to optimize your muscle growth. Has new research settled the debate once and for all, or will it spark even more? -
If you're one of the 13% of US adults who has taken a GLP-1 drug for weight loss, you may know that while fat seemingly melts away, so too does muscle. And, so far, there's not a lot you can do about it. But one new discovery may change this. -
If you feel your morning coffee puts a spring in your step, science has your back. In the first large-scale real-world study of its kind, researchers found that caffeine can significantly improve mood under certain conditions – especially in the morning.
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October 22, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonWhen choosing a protein powder, we want it to be low in sugar and carbs, and to taste good enough. We don't think that it might also be packed with dangerously high levels of lead – which, a new study finds, is exactly what is in many popular brands. -
October 13, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonFor the first time, scientists have used innovative tech to demonstrated that a healthy microbiome needs a consistent flow of the right foods, finally proving that the "hunch" advice of 5 A Day is spot on, as far as your gut bugs are concerned. -
October 08, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonCompounds in green tea can reprogram muscle metabolism to boost insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance, according to new findings that further our understanding of why this ancient drink has long been linked to protect against obesity. -
September 28, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonPsoriasis may not have a cure, but significant relief might be found at the dinner table. A clinical trial has shown that the Mediterranean diet could dramatically improve symptoms, quality of life and overall health of those with the condition. -
September 24, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonA headline-grabbing study on apple cider vinegar has been pulled from the record, striking a blow to the science and wellness worlds. The research, which claimed that the tonic triggered massive weight loss, was found to be riddled with errors. -
September 22, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonThere's new evidence that cruciferous vegetables blunt spikes in blood sugar levels, which could be particularly important for those with type 2 diabetes or are at risk of developing it. And you only need a handful a day to reap the health benefits. -
September 21, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonA fermented food that has been a staple on plates in Korea for thousands of years has gone global in the past decade, with new research revealing that kimchi can naturally lower triglycerides and blood pressure and regulate fasting glucose levels. -
September 11, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonA weekend of burgers, fries and hot dogs will probably have you thinking more about your waistline than your brain, but a new study has found that just a few days eating high-fat foods is enough to rewire your memory hub. But the damage can be undone. -
September 10, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonPeople who eat high ultra-processed diets have a specific elevated health marker that's a telltale sign of chronic inflammation – even without any symptoms. This inflammation is a slow burn, contributing to diseases likes heart conditions and diabetes. -
September 04, 2025 | Michael FrancoWhile artificial sweeteners were once touted as healthy alternatives to sugar, research continues to prove otherwise. Yet another study has now come along saying that six popular sweeteners might be truly terrible for our brains. -
August 21, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonFor the first time, researchers have shown how staying hydrated influences how our bodies react, hormonally, to stress, keeping cortisol in check and in turn lowering the risk of serious health conditions including heart disease, obesity and diabetes. -
August 20, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonA new study has added strong evidence that red meat consumption is a trigger for inflammatory bowel disease, and inflammation, demonstrating just how it alters gut bacteria and immune activity, resulting in widespread tissue damage in the colon. -
August 06, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonA massive study of more than 200,000 US adults has revealed that not all potatoes are created equal – as different forms dramatically shift your risk of developing type 2 diabetes. But there's also some good news for lovers of the often-maligned spud. -
August 01, 2025 | Michael FrancoAfter reviewing a series of studies involving hundreds of thousands of participants, a team of researchers found three eating plans that significantly reduced the development of type 2 diabetes. All are relatively easy to follow. -
July 29, 2025 | Bronwyn ThompsonIn a landmark 14-year study, researchers found that artificially sweetened drinks raise the risk of developing type 2 diabetes by more than a third, higher than those with sugar. It challenges the perception that diet drinks are healthier options.
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