Stress hormone receptors in taste buds ‘may help explain emotional eating’

Researchers have identified stress hormone receptors in oral taste buds responsible for detecting sweet, savory and bitter tastes, which may help explain stress-related eating.

Norovirus spread by restaurants, say CDC

Norovirus is the leading identified cause of foodborne illness outbreaks in the US, says a CDC report that notes infected food service workers are often the source.

The value of vitamin, mineral supplements: the debate is far from over

Researchers from the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University and three other institutions have taken issue with recent claims that “the case is closed” on whether or not a…

Does skipping breakfast impact weight loss?

A new study examines whether the first of meal of the day holds the key to effective weight loss, suggesting skipping breakfast is not as problematic as some claim.