Bipolar disorder: A good diet may boost treatment

Can diet impact the effectiveness of treatment for bipolar disorder, particularly in the case of depressive episodes? A new study addresses this question.

Weight loss surgery: How taste influences success

How does a person’s taste in foods following weight loss surgery influence how successful the procedure is? A new study may have answered this question.

Are our weight loss efforts doomed to fail?

So many of us try so hard to reach the ideal body weight that we desire, but the question is: once we achieve our weight goal, can we maintain it?

What is the best time to take vitamins?

Vitamins and nutrients are essential to good health, but what is the best time to take dietary supplements? We answer the question here.

Vegans may lack essential nutrient intake, study reports

The health benefits of a plant-based diet is well-known, but the question remains: Could vegans be at risk for deficiency of essential nutrients? A retrospective review indicated that vegans should ensure adequate intake of a few nutrients.

Neurogastronomy: How our brains perceive the flavor of food

Symposium explores the question: What would happen if scientists could trick the brain into thinking broccoli tastes like chocolate?Two women, seated at a table, told their stories in quiet tones.

Traffic light food labels strengthen self-control

Should food products be labeled with traffic light symbols to make health-related information on ingredients easier to understand? This question has remained a subject of debate.