Tufts University scientists are aiming to revolutionize the future of weight loss drugs by engineering a new compound that targets four gut hormones instead of the...
A popular fat found in olive oil may not be as innocent as it seems. Scientists discovered that oleic acid, a major component of many high-fat...
A team of scientists has identified specialized neurons in the brain that store "meal memories" detailed recollections of when and what we eat. These engrams, found...
New research reveals a surprising downside to calorie-cutting diets: a link to higher levels of depressive symptoms, especially in men and those who are overweight. Despite...
In a comparative pilot study, the Mediterranean diet and the low FODMAP diet both provided relief for patients with IBS.
A specific group of nerve cells in the brain stem appears to control how semaglutide affects appetite and weight -- without causing nausea.
A new study suggests that boys who become overweight in their early teens risk damaging the genes of their future children, increasing their chances of developing...
A study has uncovered a surprising link between diet, intestinal microbes and the efficacy of cancer therapy.
Mice genetically engineered to lack the amino acid cysteine, and fed a cysteine-free diet, lost 30 percent of their body weight in a week.
Throwing a little heat on your meal might be an effective strategy for cutting back on calories, according to a new study.