Exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life is associated with a lower risk of bronchial asthma and allergic rhinoconjunctivitis in children, according to a study published April 21, 2026, in BMC Pediatrics. However, researchers from the University of Toyama found that the same practice correlates with a higher prevalence of food allergies and … Read more
Healthy women with an evening chronotype—individuals who naturally prefer later sleep and meal times—show higher body fat percentages and less favorable metabolic markers compared to those with morning or intermediate preferences, according to a study published in Frontiers in Nutrition. Research from the PROMISE study indicates that meal timing, particularly the consumption of energy late … Read more
Lactoferrin-fortified yogurt maintains ferritin levels in pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) without causing iron overload, according to a randomized trial published in npj Science of Food. The study found that 100 mg of bovine lactoferrin per serving helped stabilize iron stores in women with reduced ferritin, offering a well-tolerated alternative to relying solely … Read more
Cyclosporiasis cases in Maryland have more than doubled in a single week, with the Maryland Department of Health (MDH) confirming 69 cases as of July 15, 2026. The surge, which includes 65 cases reported between May 1 and July 14, is characterized by Dr. Greg Schrank of the University of Maryland Medical Center as a … Read more
Genetic Insights into GLP-1R and Mental Health Genetic evidence suggests that lifelong activation of the glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor (GLP-1R) may reduce risks of major depressive disorder (MDD) and bipolar disorder (BD), according to a study published in Translational Psychiatry. Researchers used Mendelian randomization (MR) to analyze data from genome-wide association studies (GWASs), linking genetic variants … Read more
Directed evolution, a method for engineering enzymes by mimicking the natural process of selection, is shifting from a niche lab technique to a primary engine for industrial chemistry. According to Caltech’s Frances Arnold, who received the 2018 Nobel Prize in Chemistry for this work, the future of the field lies in integrating machine learning with … Read more
Evening chronotypes, or “night owls,” face higher risks of obesity and metabolic dysfunction due to a tendency to consume high-calorie, high-fat foods late at night, according to research from Griffith University. Professor Rozanne Kruger found that meal timing, rather than total caloric intake, correlates with increased body fat and poorer glucose regulation in women. How … Read more
Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta has launched a phase 1 clinical trial to evaluate a nickel-sized microneedle skin stamp designed to treat peanut allergies. The device, developed by Moonlight Therapeutics Inc., delivers controlled doses of peanut protein directly into the skin to induce desensitization. The trial is currently recruiting adults, with future plans to expand to … Read more
The term “ultraprocessed food” (UPF) lacks a standardized scientific definition, leading public health agencies like the U.K.’s Food Standards Agency to move away from the classification in 2025. While UPFs are frequently linked to health risks in observational studies, researchers argue these findings often conflate nutritional content with industrial processing methods, complicating efforts to regulate … Read more
Older adults frequently experience a decline in appetite and a faster sense of fullness compared to their younger years, a shift driven by hormonal changes, physiological muscle loss, and sensory decline. Research indicates that individuals aged 60 and older consume 16 to 20 percent fewer calories than younger adults, according to data cited by Roger … Read more