Diet

Health news

“I wanna try it so bad”: How TikTok shapes what teenagers eat

TikTok trends are influencing what teenagers eat, from viral restaurant dishes and fast food to recipes and influencer diets. But new research suggests parents may also have a role in limiting the platform’s influence.

20 August 2026

Health news

How many steps should you aim for to lose weight?

For people who have lost weight or are dieting, new research suggests that a simple daily step target could be the key to preventing weight regain

10 May 2026

Nutrition

What the children of 100-year-olds actually eat

Children of centenarians scored relatively well on diet quality, yet still fell short of recommended intake levels for several foods.

3 May 2026

Health news

Plant-food rich diet may cut dementia risk, study finds

Plant-food rich diets might have a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease, but the quality of the diet is crucial.

9 April 2026

Health news

5 ways to protect your health when air pollution spikes

Small changes to your routine can cut your exposure more than you might think.

24 March 2026

Health news

Could python blood hold the secret to healthy weight loss?

Lessons in weight loss: The metabolism of pythons could inspire therapies.

23 March 2026

Health news

Reducing parent stress cuts child obesity risk, study finds

Managing parents’ stress significantly reduces the risks of obesity in young children, according to a new study.

10 March 2026

Health news

These everyday foods could expose children to harmful heavy metals

A new French study warns that children are exposed to high levels of heavy metals and acrylamide through everyday foods such as cereals, pastries, bread, and fish.

16 February 2026

Nutrition

Does intermittent fasting help weight loss more than standard diets?

A new study found that weight loss from fasting was barely greater than doing nothing, and similar to results from traditional dietary advice.

16 February 2026

Earth News

How much would a meat tax cost the average EU household?

Scientists have put forward the “first step” in tackling meat-related emissions without sending food prices skyrocketing.

20 January 2026

Health news

Britons eat 155 crisp bags' worth of salt every single week, study

Adults in England consume 40 percent more salt than recommended, according to a new study, raising their risk of high blood pressure, heart attacks, and strokes.

6 January 2026

Health news

Just one diet drink a day may raise liver disease risk, study finds

A new study warns that your “diet” drink might not be as healthy as you think.

8 October 2025

Climate

Inequality fuels climate crisis: EU countries among those responsible

Climate goals will remain “out of reach” unless lifestyle-related carbon footprints are considerably slashed, a new report warns.

7 October 2025

Earth News

Fix diets to avoid climate crisis and million of deaths, experts say

Scientists warn that without major changes to what we eat, climate targets will be missed.

3 October 2025

Nutrition

What we really know about ultra-processed foods and health

A well-balanced diet is about much more than determining whether certain foods are ultra-processed or not. But if you want to simplify your diet, here’s where to start.

20 September 2025

Health news

Serena Williams reveals the secret behind her 31-pound weight loss

After years of struggling with postpartum weight gain despite strict training and healthy eating, the 23-time Grand Slam champion turned to a GLP-1 medication.

22 August 2025