Food Studies - Page 6

August 29

That morning cup of coffee could be the key to a happier day, new study suggests

New research shows caffeine blocks brain receptors and increases dopamine activity, creating mood-boosting effects even for non-addicted coffee drinkers.

August 26

Eating meat could protect against cancer-related death, study suggests

A new study of nearly 16,000 adults finds that animal protein consumption is not linked to increased death risk, and can actually protect against cancer-related death.

August 24

Not drinking enough water floods your body with harmful stress hormones

Scientists show dehydration increases stress-related cortisol levels in both men and women, suggesting water intake plays key role in stress management.

August 21

Red meat can help your mood if part of a healthy, balanced diet, study suggests

A new study reveals that those who consume lean red meat as part of a healthy diet have more diverse gut microbiota and lower rates of depression and other mental health conditions.

August 14

Gut health at stake as researchers put beef and chicken to the test

A study finds beef may have a slight advantage over chicken for gut health, showing a smaller reduction in beneficial microbial diversity among the study's participants.

August 7

The great egg debate is over as science weighs in about the food's cholesterol impact

New research published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition shows that saturated fat, not dietary cholesterol from eggs, elevates bad cholesterol levels.

August 7

Majority of Americans get more than half of calories from ultra-processed foods, CDC finds

CDC finds ultra-processed foods account for 55% of calories consumed by Americans, with burgers, sweet bakery items, and savory snacks as top sources.

July 19

Study claims vegetarians more 'ambitious' as meat eaters call out 'oversimplification'

Vegetarians are less concerned with benevolence and security and are more power-oriented than meat eaters, says a new study, but one meat eater blasts labels as "lazy."

July 16

'Western diet' blamed for growing risk of GI cancers among young adults

A new report reveals that gastrointestinal cancer rates are rising in young adults, with "Western diet" and lifestyle factors, rather than genetics, identified as the leading drivers of disease.

July 14

Archaeologists uncover 3,500-year-old rice remains in oldest part of remote region

Experts recently uncovered 3,500-year-old rice phytoliths in a Guam cave. Fox News Digital spoke with archaeologist Michael T. Carson about the discovery, the oldest in the region.