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The do-it-yourself (DIY) biohacking movement is turning science into a global experiment—no lab coat required. High school students in Seattle are engineering bacteria for science fairs. Entrepreneurs like Josiah Zayner livestream self-injections of homemade gene therapies, hoping to boost muscles or fight viruses. His company even sells a $2,000 “Green…

Calorie labels, often viewed as a helpful tool for making healthier food choices, may not be as beneficial as previously thought, according to new research. In fact, a study published in the Journal of Retailing reveals that calorie information can actually undermine consumers’ ability to accurately judge food healthiness. The…

UNICEF India has launched ‘Meri Thali Sehatwali’ (My Plate is a Healthy Plate), a digital campaign designed to encourage healthy eating habits and better food choices among Indian families. The initiative is part of a nationwide effort to improve diets and create healthier food environments for a well-nourished India. The…

As extreme heat events rise due to climate change, pregnant people are facing increased health risks. Conditions like heatstroke, dehydration, and respiratory issues worsen in high temperatures, but expectant mothers are especially vulnerable. A Climate Central report (May 14) found that from 2020 to 2024, the number of pregnancy heat-risk…

Living with rheumatoid arthritis (RA) can make daily tasks, like cooking, feel overwhelming. The fatigue, pain, and limited mobility that often accompany RA can make preparing a healthy meal seem like a Herculean effort. But with the right shortcuts and strategies, it’s possible to eat nutritious meals without spending hours…

The global rise in colorectal cancer, also known as colon cancer, is a growing concern. The World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that by 2040, the number of new colon cancer cases will reach 3.2 million per year, along with 1.6 million deaths annually. Factors such as low fruit and vegetable…

As we age, the connection between nutrition and cognitive health becomes even more crucial. To help guide you in making brain-boosting choices, AARP is teaming up with the Alzheimer’s Association to host an online series this June. This series will offer practical tips for healthy eating habits that support brain…

In the hustle of modern life, shopping for a meal can often turn into a rushed decision-making process. With distractions everywhere, from tempting snack aisles to confusing product labels, it’s easy to lose sight of our health goals and opt for convenience over nutrition. Dr. Colin Michie explores how we…

A recent study published by researchers from Edith Cowan University, Queen’s University Belfast, and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health highlights the benefits of consuming flavonoid-rich foods like black tea, berries, citrus fruits, and apples for healthier ageing. Flavonoids and Their Impact on Healthy Ageing Flavonoids are powerful antioxidants…

Until now, “mirror, mirror on the wall” was just a fairy tale. But artificial intelligence is changing that. A new study in The Lancet Digital Health reveals FaceAge, a deep learning tool that estimates your biological age from just a selfie—and it’s shockingly accurate. How It Works Trained on 59,000…