Millions of people pursuing rapid weight loss through severe calorie restriction may be causing permanent damage to their thyroid glands. This butterfly-shaped organ in the neck controls metabolism, ...

Your metabolism serves as your body’s internal engine, determining how efficiently you burn calories, process nutrients, and maintain energy levels throughout the day. While many people blame genetics ...

Parkinson’s disease may begin reshaping the body’s chemistry years before the first tremor or stiffness appears. A growing ...

You've probably heard it a hundred times: swap white sugar for honey, agave, or fruit juice and you're making a healthier choice. Natural sweeteners are better, right? They're marketed that way, ...

In recent years, many media reports and social media influencers have emphasized the dangers of eating too many carbohydrates. Though a carbohydrate-heavy diet can be harmful, consuming too many fats ...

Unmet needs in hepatology continue to evolve globally. While the burden of chronic viral hepatitis continues to decline due to improved treatment and prevention, steatotic liver disease is emerging as ...

A new review reveals how chronic overconsumption of fructose, especially from soft drinks and ultra-processed foods, can quietly damage your liver. Diet and lifestyle change still remain the most ...

A recent study of pigs has found that microplastics made from PET, a common plastic used in bottles and containers, may interfere with pancreatic function and are linked to diabetes and other ...

Most people think sleep is just downtime, but turns out your body is actually pretty busy while you’re sleeping. Your metabolism doesn’t just clock out when you fall asleep – it’s more like switching ...