Microplastics are really small pieces of plastic — less than five millimeters long on one side or about the size of a pencil eraser. That means some of them are visible to the naked eye, but others ...

Ultra-processed foods are linked to higher risks of disease and early death. Discover what to avoid and how to make healthier ...

Limit ultra-processed meats: Diets high in ultra-processed meats like bacon and hot dogs have been associated with increased colon cancer risk. Exercise regularly: Physical activity helps improve ...

Coca-Cola is making a version with cane sugar instead of high-fructose corn syrup. Here’s what research says about its health ...

Scientists in Australia have uncovered the biological triggers behind oil production in oats, a discovery that could revolutionize how oats are processed and marketed. By using advanced imaging and ...

IPES-Food says we need to get fossil fuels out of our food system. But to truly fight climate change, we must limit livestock land use and support alternative proteins.

Discover why plant-based meats face challenges despite their environmental and health benefits, and how they compare to ...

This remarkable study, based on data from its Global Mind Project involving more than 100,000 young people, found that ...

If you’re getting information online or from social media, Consumer Reports says make sure those sources are credible. Look for experts who have an RD, an MD, or a PhD in medicine or nutrition and are ...

The first thing to know: not all cholesterol is “bad.” Foods with cholesterol such as nuts, fish, and eggs make up a healthy ...

Microplastics used to sound like a distant environmental issue, but they're showing up in more places than you'd expect, ...

Most United States adults cannot identify processed foods correctly, according to study findings published in JAMA Network Open.