Experts warn parents of the risks of getting vegan diets wrong in young children

Experts at the 50th Annual Meeting of the European Society of Paediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (ESPGHAN) are warning that young children who follow a vegan diet without medical…

Beware of parasites in raw/undercooked fish, warn doctors

An unseen hazard of eating raw or undercooked fish/seafood is on the rise in Western countries, where dishes, such as sushi, are becoming increasingly popular, warn doctors in BMJ Case Reports.

The best apps for dieting and weight loss

Are you looking to lose weight and keep it off?

Common sweetener in low-cal foods also a marker for weight gain

A new study has identified the sugar alcohol erythritol as a biomarker for increasing fat mass.

Cholesterol-free diet: Recipes and possible health benefits

What are the common themes of cholesterol-cutting diets?

How cells combat Salmonella

With drug resistance being on the rise worldwide, bacterial infections pose one of the greatest global threats to human health.

Study beefs up support for brain cells that control protein hunger

NIH-funded research identifies cells in fly brains responsible for regulating protein levels.Have you ever found yourself craving a steak or a burger?