This gene ups sugar intake but lowers body fat

One gene variant makes us eat more sugary foods but causes our overall body fat levels to be lower. Is this really as good for our health as it sounds?

What is the average height for women?

A detailed look at the average heights for women around the world. We also explore how factors such as genetics and nutrition impact height.

Fewer calories may increase lifespan, but how?

New research uncovers an epigenetic mechanism that might explain why restricted calorie intake has been associated with increased longevity.

Phenylketonuria: Symptoms, tests, and treatment

Phenylketonuria is a rare genetic condition that affects how amino acids are broken down in the body. Learn more about how the condition is managed.

Phenylketonuria: Symptoms, tests, and treatment

Phenylketonuria is a rare genetic condition that affects how amino acids are broken down in the body. Learn more about how the condition is managed.

How mom’s diet during pregnancy could affect disease inheritance

Poor nutrition or stress during pregnancy could influence lifelong attributes of offspring in adulthood and could explain heritability of type 2 diabetes.

Green tea compound could help treat Down syndrome

Researchers suggest a compound in green tea called epigallocatechin gallate may improve cognitive function for people with Down syndrome.

Gene study could help heart patients cut craving for salt

Scientists have shed light on why some people crave salty food, even when they know it can seriously damage their health.

High-fat diet may put future generations at risk of disease

Eating a high-fat diet may put your children at risk of diabetes and obesity, says a study that indicates the tendency may be passed on through epigenetic mechanisms.

Dysfunction of cellular powerplant shakes B-vitamin metabolism and causes genetic damage

Mitochondria are the cellular powerplant, but their functions in conjunction with B-vitamins are only starting to be revealed.

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