Contributed by Andreas J. Bäumler; received February 20, 2025; accepted August 18, 2025; reviewed by Brian M. Ahmer and Adrianus W. van der Velden ...

In the post-COVID-19 era, depression incidence has risen sharply, and a healthy diet is confirmed to lower this risk. However, two critical gaps remain: it is unclear whether nutrients alleviate ...

College of Food Science and Engineering, Key Laboratory of Food Nutrition and Human Health in Universities of Shandong, Shandong Agricultural University, Taian 271018, China ...

Most people run from piranhas — we decided to swim toward them. In this insane adventure, the hunt for a giant piranha takes us straight into murky, predator-filled waters. Every splash could mean ...

Graduate Institute of Clinical Medicine, College of Medicine, Taipei Medical University, Taipei 11031, Taiwan Department of Pediatrics, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical ...

DEAR MISS MANNERS: On our neighborhood app, one of my neighbors cautioned that two young men had recently knocked on her door. She could see them on the security camera and she did not know them. She ...

Every time you eat a meal, you’re hosting a dinner party. Your guests are the trillions of microbes that live in your gut. These hungry microbes, collectively known as your gut microbiome, directly ...

With its unique texture, taste and appearance, okra is an intriguing ingredient and a staple in Southern cuisine. Okra is also quite good for you, offering many nutrients that support digestion, heart ...

The Warriors have been yearning to trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo for years now. But just before the NBA season, new reporting about the Bucks superstar’s desires have cast serious doubts on Golden ...

New research presented at UEG Week 2025 shows that microplastics—plastic particles smaller than 5 mm commonly found in the environment—can alter the human gut microbiome, with some changes resembling ...

Farting is a normal part of digestion. Certain foods, drinks, and habits make gas worse. Too much gas or pain can signal a gut problem. See a doctor if farting comes with new or severe symptoms.