To gain more knowledge about how ultra-processed food affects us, we need new research methods, claim researchers. Now they are looking to better understand our intestinal flora. Wilhelm Glomm is one ...

It is easy to reach for packaged snacks, instant noodles or sugary drinks in a busy city life. They are convenient, fast, and everywhere.However, as more Kenyans fill their pantries with ...

Human bodies easily digest starch. Your body uses an enzyme called amylase that breaks the alpha bonds to release glucose ...

Share on Pinterest Researchers say there is strong evidence showing that ultra-processed foods promote overeating and increase the risk of obesity. Helene Cyr/Stocksy United A new report states that ...

Ultra-processed foods and research into their health effects has gained attention in recent years. Yet despite growing interest, confusion—and even controversy—remains about how these foods fit into a ...

We often think of food as fuel—something we need to keep our bodies going. But food is much more than that. It shapes how we feel, think, sleep, and connect with others. In recent years, a growing ...