As interest in peptides continues to grow, experts are increasingly looking beyond weight loss to their potential role in healthy aging. Functional medicine expert Dr. Will Cole told Fox News Digital that peptides are “intimately connected” with longevity, cellular healing and metabolic health. “[Peptides] help with cellular communication,” said Cole, co-author of the upcoming book … Read more
It’s not such sweet news. Diet and mental health are linked, with research showing that what we eat is linked to the development of issues like depression and anxiety. And one study in particular has found early exposure to a popular food could cause anxiety later in life. Diet and mental health are linked, and … Read more
Not all bread is baked equally. The popular carb source is a staple in many Americans’ diets. From toast in the morning to sandwiches for lunch, to baguettes at restaurant dinner tables, bread is virtually everywhere. However, some loaves are more nutritious than others. If you’re looking to maintain a healthy diet that includes bread, … Read more
Your pasta dinner could ketchup to your brain health. Diets rich in fruits and vegetables have been shown to boost memory, and one of the most popular, yet controversially, grouped fruits could change how our brains function. Researchers in Spain tested how tomatoes impact the cognitive function of healthy middle-aged adults, and it may be … Read more
A New Jersey man ate nothing but certain foods from a fast-casual chain for 25 days — an experiment that left him nine pounds lighter and craving a slice of pizza. Tim Donahue, a 27-year-old Hoboken resident who works in advertising in New York City, documented his challenge as a modern-day spin on Morgan Spurlock’s 2004 documentary … Read more
A 50-year-old Florida man who says he spent decades battling severe psoriasis, pain, and depression credits an extreme “lion diet” with saving his life. Stephen Lashbrook of Pensacola told Fox News Digital that his depression began at just four years old. In his teens, it was compounded by chronic pain and sleeplessness; in his early 20s, he … Read more
Everyone on board with the “sleep divorce” trend may be onto something. Poor sleep can throw a wrench into healthy eating habits, making it hard to stick to a nutritious diet. And if you share a bed with a partner who sleeps poorly, their sleep could be messing with your diet, too, according to a … Read more
Getting buff behind bars. Filippo Cardone, 48, used to be able to eat a whole pizza by himself — and his workout routine was almost non-existent. But in August of 2024, he pled guilty to wire fraud and was sentenced to 37 months of confinement, including 13 months in Tucson Federal Prison and time in … Read more
The key to slowing deadly brain tumors could be right on our plates. Gliomas are a group of tumors that develop in the brain or spinal cord and can range from slow-growing — like the one Busy Philipps was diagnosed with this year — to highly aggressive, like the ones John McCain, Beau Biden and Sophie … Read more
Some people took the first few letters of menopause too literally. The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition (AESAN) published nutritional guidelines for women throughout perimenopause, menopause and post-menopause this past March. The problem? The guidelines were based on research carried out exclusively on men. The Spanish Agency for Food Safety and Nutrition published … Read more
Can playing favorites keep you alive? We’re always talking about how the food we’re actually putting in our mouths affects our health. New research suggests that simply having food preferences could make a difference, too. Researchers pinpointed six particular foods and ingredients linked to a longer life — and five associated with shorter lives. Certain … Read more
Getting into a healthy routine is hard. Keeping it going when you travel? That’s even harder. At 38, I’ve spent the past several months making strength training, nutrition and recovery a genuine part of my lifestyle — but spending nights away from home has a way of shaking up even the most solid regimen. So … Read more
Don’t brush off this information. More than 80% of men and women experience some pattern hair loss during their lifetime, according to NYU Langone. And while no single special potion or medical device completely reverses loss of locks due to genetics or age, not all hope is lost when it comes to balding. Dr. Kseniya … Read more
Are vegans hotter than the rest of us? According to a new study published by the scientific journal Recent Progress in Nutrition, the answer could be yes — absolutely. A team of researchers found that plant-based diets are good for more than just losing weight and increasing long-term health, as has been repeatedly suggested — and … Read more
As “biohacks” like peptides, cold plunges and high-tech wearables grow in popularity, some advocates promote the idea of dramatically extending human life — but others say it’s better to focus on more healthy years rather than living forever. Dr. Annu Navani — chief medical officer at Le Reve Wellness in San Jose, California, where she leads advanced … Read more
Riddle me this: Is the sugar in an apple really the same as the sugar in candy? When it comes to sugar and your health, the answer isn’t as simple as you might think. There’s plenty of confusion about different types of sugars and how to read a nutrition label to make healthier choices. To … Read more
The scent of a woman… isn’t always what you expect. In fact, the notes of her nether region can actually change depending on what a lady’s nibbled on that day. “People are often surprised by how much vaginal and vulvar odor can vary, including changes related to what they eat,” Dr. Kate McLean, OB-GYN and … Read more
How does one get some of the most famous thighs in video game history? The actress playing Chun-Li in the upcoming Street Fighter movie, Callina Liang, took the responsibility very seriously. “[I] strengthened my legs a lot and changed my diet drastically,” the Canadian actress told Empire magazine in August. “But it worked. By the … Read more
Ask any of the 42% of adults attempting to do so, but trying to shed extra weight can be a struggle. Although GLP-1 weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are becoming increasingly popular, lifestyle changes like diet are still recommended by doctors as one of the most important steps to take. However, men often have difficulty … Read more
Most Americans are overweight. Whether the goal is to live longer, ease joint pain, breathe easier, or feel more confident, it’s no surprise as many as 42% of us are trying to lose weight. Even if you choose to get on a GLP-1 like Ozempic or Zepbound, doctors recommend the medication be paired with lifestyle … Read more