Diet

A new study suggests blood and urine samples could provide an objective measure of diets and help unravel their connections to disease

Some users of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs have been reporting strange changes in food preferences, such as a new dislike for meats or fried foods, and scientists are beginning to figure out why

This week the secretary of health and human services announced plans to remove eight more food dyes from the U.S.’s food system

Intermittent fasting has gained a following, in part because of tantalizing hints that it can boost cognition, fend off cancer and even slow aging

Several medications now calm painful inflammation in the intestines. Diets free of ultraprocessed foods also help

Whole grains and fruits are in, and added sugar is out. That’s going to change what’s on a lot of cereal boxes and other things

Infants who experienced rationing had a meaningfully lower risk of diabetes and hypertension decades later

Opt for lighter, cheaper wine to dodge headaches this holiday season

A new study suggests certain lipids, particularly omega-6 fatty acids, which are commonly found in seed oils used to make ultraprocessed junk food, may promote inflammation that can lead to colon cancer tumors

Food anxiety can peak during the holidays. Here’s how to manage it and enjoy yourself

A new study suggests a commonly used sugar substitute could increase the risk of blood clots, raising concerns for heart complications

Understanding genetics, immunology and the microbiomes of people with inflammatory bowel disease could aid in finding the right treatments for the condition