Scientists at MIT and Stanford have unveiled a promising new way to help the immune system recognize and attack cancer cells more effectively. Their strategy targets a hidden “off switch” that tumors ...

Many nutrient-packed foods we think of as healthy — smoothies, plant-based milks, grain bowls — still cause blood sugar spikes for some people. “It’s not that certain foods are bad,” says Anar ...

Peanut butter is primarily a source of fat, with a lower protein and carbohydrate content than other snack foods. It is a poor choice for instant fuel but a much better choice for sustained energy.

Artificial sweeteners are often promoted as healthier alternatives to sugar, but new research suggests their long-term effects on the brain may be more complex. In a large, multi-year study, higher ...

NEW YORK, Feb 20 (Reuters) - The U.S. sugar industry could be impacted by regulatory changes as the federal government prepares to implement stricter dietary guidelines that could further reduce ...

Exercise may sharpen the mind by repairing the brain’s protective shield. Researchers found that physical activity prompts the liver to release an enzyme that removes a harmful protein causing the ...

Your brain may be able to tell the difference between a diet soda and a regular sugary drink, even if they taste exactly the same to you. New research suggests that artificial sweeteners trigger ...

Almond milk does not spike blood sugar and may help with blood sugar control. There are different types of almond milk, with unsweetened almond milk containing the fewest carbohydrates and calories ...

LYNDEN, Washington — Adding a small serving of red raspberries to a meal may help improve blood sugar control and cognitive performance in older adults, according to new research published in the ...

Legume and protein-rich pastas digest more slowly, which can reduce post-meal blood sugar spikes. Highly refined, low-fiber pasta is more likely to spike blood sugar. The cooking method and other ...