Nutrition(Page 6)

The state of the science of what you put in your mouth, from debunking diet myths to examining food's connections to health.

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What to do if your dog eats your Christmas chocolates

What to do if your dog eats your Christmas chocolates What to do if your dog eats your Christmas chocolates

By Claire Maldarelli

Fruits and vegetables could save your life—but not from any one disease.

Fruits and vegetables could save your life—but not from any one disease. Fruits and vegetables could save your life—but not from any one disease.

By Sara Chodosh

Greek yogurt creates a ton of wheyst—but wheyt! There may be a whey forward for all that whey.

Greek yogurt creates a ton of wheyst—but wheyt! There may be a whey forward for all that whey. Greek yogurt creates a ton of wheyst—but wheyt! There may be a whey forward for all that whey.

By Claire Maldarelli

It might be possible to remodel a baby’s microbiome

It might be possible to remodel a baby’s microbiome It might be possible to remodel a baby’s microbiome

By Claire Maldarelli

heirloom tomatoes

Here’s how scientists are tricking you into eating your veggies Here’s how scientists are tricking you into eating your veggies

By Kate Baggaley

Why sugar-laden Raisin Bran is considered ‘heart healthy,’ but soy is not

Why sugar-laden Raisin Bran is considered ‘heart healthy,’ but soy is not Why sugar-laden Raisin Bran is considered ‘heart healthy,’ but soy is not

By Sara Chodosh

Blue basin full of fruits and vegetables with tap water in the kitchen sink. Disinfecting fruits and vegetables to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

How to actually remove pesticides from your fruit How to actually remove pesticides from your fruit

By Sara Chodosh

Don’t worry about eggs—these other foods are way more likely to give you Salmonella

Don’t worry about eggs—these other foods are way more likely to give you Salmonella Don’t worry about eggs—these other foods are way more likely to give you Salmonella

By Sara Chodosh

PETA thinks vegans should donate their poop to those in need

PETA thinks vegans should donate their poop to those in need PETA thinks vegans should donate their poop to those in need

By Rachel Feltman

High fat diets may make mice live longer—but you (probably) shouldn’t live on butter

High fat diets may make mice live longer—but you (probably) shouldn’t live on butter High fat diets may make mice live longer—but you (probably) shouldn’t live on butter

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

Even more evidence that we’re eating all wrong

Even more evidence that we’re eating all wrong Even more evidence that we’re eating all wrong

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

The gut microbes of modern hunter-gatherers reveal one big problem with your diet

The gut microbes of modern hunter-gatherers reveal one big problem with your diet The gut microbes of modern hunter-gatherers reveal one big problem with your diet

By Claire Maldarelli

You’re throwing away the healthiest part of the avocado

You’re throwing away the healthiest part of the avocado You’re throwing away the healthiest part of the avocado

By Sara Chodosh

handful of pills

The three types of supplements you should never buy The three types of supplements you should never buy

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

If you’re taking vitamin D, you’re probably taking too much If you’re taking vitamin D, you’re probably taking too much

By Sara Chodosh

Mac-n-cheese probably isn’t more toxic than other foods

Mac-n-cheese probably isn’t more toxic than other foods Mac-n-cheese probably isn’t more toxic than other foods

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

Lettuce tell you why sexy produce sells better

Lettuce tell you why sexy produce sells better Lettuce tell you why sexy produce sells better

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

Eating potatoes won’t actually kill you

Eating potatoes won’t actually kill you Eating potatoes won’t actually kill you

By Sara Chodosh

An egg a day could help babies grow bigger and taller

An egg a day could help babies grow bigger and taller An egg a day could help babies grow bigger and taller

By Sara Chodosh

Is whole wheat bread better than white? That may depend on your gut bacteria.

Is whole wheat bread better than white? That may depend on your gut bacteria. Is whole wheat bread better than white? That may depend on your gut bacteria.

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

Stop looking for the latest superfood and eat a chili pepper

Stop looking for the latest superfood and eat a chili pepper Stop looking for the latest superfood and eat a chili pepper

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

MIT researchers want to make a dumpling that can fold itself MIT researchers want to make a dumpling that can fold itself

By Rachel Feltman

Chocolate is not a super food

Chocolate is not a super food Chocolate is not a super food

By Sara Chodosh

Microwaving mushrooms might be the healthiest way to eat them, but at what cost

Microwaving mushrooms might be the healthiest way to eat them, but at what cost Microwaving mushrooms might be the healthiest way to eat them, but at what cost

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

Americans keep buying veggies and then throwing them away

Americans keep buying veggies and then throwing them away Americans keep buying veggies and then throwing them away

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

onion garlic peppers tomato

Why I can never eat onions or garlic again Why I can never eat onions or garlic again

By Eleanor Cummins

Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?

Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day? Is breakfast really the most important meal of the day?

By Claire Maldarelli

How hot peppers and marijuana could help cure gut problems

How hot peppers and marijuana could help cure gut problems How hot peppers and marijuana could help cure gut problems

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

What’s the healthiest way to eat a vegetable?

What’s the healthiest way to eat a vegetable? What’s the healthiest way to eat a vegetable?

By Claire Maldarelli

New York City’s trans fat ban really did keep people out of the hospital New York City’s trans fat ban really did keep people out of the hospital

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

Human flesh isn’t very nutritious

Human flesh isn’t very nutritious Human flesh isn’t very nutritious

By Kendra Pierre-Louis

Celebrate Valentine’s Day by eating an actual heart (seriously) Celebrate Valentine’s Day by eating an actual heart (seriously)

By Sara Chodosh

Bread assortment

Please, please prescribe me gluten-free food Please, please prescribe me gluten-free food

By Sara Chodosh

purple and orange carrots

WTF are purple carrots and where did they come from? WTF are purple carrots and where did they come from?

A Personalized Nutrition Company Will Use Your DNA To Tell You What To Eat

A Personalized Nutrition Company Will Use Your DNA To Tell You What To Eat A Personalized Nutrition Company Will Use Your DNA To Tell You What To Eat

By Claire Maldarelli

Calling Food ‘Healthy’ Doesn’t Really Mean Anything

Calling Food ‘Healthy’ Doesn’t Really Mean Anything Calling Food ‘Healthy’ Doesn’t Really Mean Anything

By Ian Graber-Stiehl

It’s Not Just Meat: Carbs Can Raise Cancer Risk, Too It’s Not Just Meat: Carbs Can Raise Cancer Risk, Too

By Alexandra Ossola

Overload Of Gut Bacteria Can Stunt Children’s Growth

Overload Of Gut Bacteria Can Stunt Children’s Growth Overload Of Gut Bacteria Can Stunt Children’s Growth

By Alexandra Ossola

Genetically Modified Limes Are Purpler and More Healthful

Genetically Modified Limes Are Purpler and More Healthful Genetically Modified Limes Are Purpler and More Healthful

By Alexandra Ossola

Chipotle: Our Food Is So Fresh, It Could Make You Sick

Chipotle: Our Food Is So Fresh, It Could Make You Sick Chipotle: Our Food Is So Fresh, It Could Make You Sick

Here’s What Happens To Your Body If You Eat 10 McRib Sandwiches

Here’s What Happens To Your Body If You Eat 10 McRib Sandwiches Here’s What Happens To Your Body If You Eat 10 McRib Sandwiches

By Alexandra Ossola

Caramel Apples Can Give You Food Poisoning

Caramel Apples Can Give You Food Poisoning Caramel Apples Can Give You Food Poisoning

By Alexandra Ossola

Peanut CEO Gets Harshest Food Safety Penalty Ever

Peanut CEO Gets Harshest Food Safety Penalty Ever Peanut CEO Gets Harshest Food Safety Penalty Ever

By Lindsey Kratochwill

A Genetic Database Will Identify What’s Really In Our Food

A Genetic Database Will Identify What’s Really In Our Food A Genetic Database Will Identify What’s Really In Our Food

By Alexandra Ossola

Does The 5-Second Rule Hold Up Scientifically?

Does The 5-Second Rule Hold Up Scientifically? Does The 5-Second Rule Hold Up Scientifically?

By Paul Dawson/The Conversation

Genetically Modified Plants Could Eliminate Food Poisoning

Genetically Modified Plants Could Eliminate Food Poisoning Genetically Modified Plants Could Eliminate Food Poisoning

Are Vitamins And ‘Natural’ Supplements Good For You?

Are Vitamins And ‘Natural’ Supplements Good For You? Are Vitamins And ‘Natural’ Supplements Good For You?

By Alexandra Ossola

Eating Carbs Helped Humans Develop Big Brains

Eating Carbs Helped Humans Develop Big Brains Eating Carbs Helped Humans Develop Big Brains

By Alexandra Ossola

Are Your Leftovers Still Safe To Eat? Avoid Food Poisoning With These 5 Tests

Are Your Leftovers Still Safe To Eat? Avoid Food Poisoning With These 5 Tests Are Your Leftovers Still Safe To Eat? Avoid Food Poisoning With These 5 Tests

By Heather Hansman

Where do trans fats come from, and why are they so bad?

Where do trans fats come from, and why are they so bad? Where do trans fats come from, and why are they so bad?

By Alexandra Ossola

You Could Eat Fast Food After A Workout To Build Muscle

You Could Eat Fast Food After A Workout To Build Muscle You Could Eat Fast Food After A Workout To Build Muscle

By Alexandra Ossola

Cook Rice Differently To Reduce Its Calories

Cook Rice Differently To Reduce Its Calories Cook Rice Differently To Reduce Its Calories

By Alexandra Ossola

Your Sandwich Is A Sodium Bomb

Your Sandwich Is A Sodium Bomb Your Sandwich Is A Sodium Bomb

By Breanna Draxler

Striving For The Perfect Diet Is Making Us Sick

Striving For The Perfect Diet Is Making Us Sick Striving For The Perfect Diet Is Making Us Sick

By Jen Schwartz

USDA Approves A Genetically Modified Potato With Possible Health Benefits

USDA Approves A Genetically Modified Potato With Possible Health Benefits USDA Approves A Genetically Modified Potato With Possible Health Benefits

By Francie Diep

Artificial Sweeteners May Contribute to Metabolic Disorders

Artificial Sweeteners May Contribute to Metabolic Disorders Artificial Sweeteners May Contribute to Metabolic Disorders

Teasing Out Fact From Hype In The War On Fructose Teasing Out Fact From Hype In The War On Fructose

What Happens When Mice Eat Nothing But Powdered Food

What Happens When Mice Eat Nothing But Powdered Food What Happens When Mice Eat Nothing But Powdered Food

By Francie Diep

How Nutrition In One Generation Can Change The Genetics Of The Next

How Nutrition In One Generation Can Change The Genetics Of The Next How Nutrition In One Generation Can Change The Genetics Of The Next

By Francie Diep

FYI: Can You Overdose On Halloween Candy?

FYI: Can You Overdose On Halloween Candy? FYI: Can You Overdose On Halloween Candy?

By Shaunacy Ferro

40 Years Of U.S. Nutrition Data Is “Fatally Flawed” and “Physiologically Implausible”

40 Years Of U.S. Nutrition Data Is “Fatally Flawed” and “Physiologically Implausible” 40 Years Of U.S. Nutrition Data Is “Fatally Flawed” and “Physiologically Implausible”

By Dan Nosowitz

What Eating Crickets Is Really Like

What Eating Crickets Is Really Like What Eating Crickets Is Really Like

By Dan Nosowitz

[Updated] Study: Sugar-Munching Mice Die Earlier

[Updated] Study: Sugar-Munching Mice Die Earlier [Updated] Study: Sugar-Munching Mice Die Earlier

By Francie Diep

Could This Liquid Replace Food?

Could This Liquid Replace Food? Could This Liquid Replace Food?

By Caleb Hannan