Odds are you’ve heard of GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic for managing type 2 diabetes and shedding pounds. But have you ever wondered what Ozempic does to your brain? Recent research suggests it might do far ...

You’ve almost certainly heard some variant of the idea that sugar is toxic, deadly, or otherwise the worst possible thing for your overall and potentially your brain health. In truth, sugar is key to ...

With buzzy medications like Ozempic and Mounjaro making headlines for blood sugar management, it’s easy to forget that some medications have been helping patients with type 2 diabetes for decades.

The DASH diet, which was initially designed to help lower blood pressure, also shows potential for brain health. It ...

From low-carb ice cream to keto protein bars to “sugar-free” soda, the decades-old sweetener erythritol is everywhere. But new CU Boulder research shows the popular sugar substitute and specialty food ...

The relationship between sugar and cancer has long been clouded by fear, confusion, and oversimplified headlines. At the heart of the debate is a commonly misunderstood concept: that sugar directly ...

It is time now for our science news roundup from Short Wave, NPR's science podcast. And I am joined by the show's two hosts, Regina Barber and Emily Kwong. Hello. EMILY KWONG, BYLINE: Hi, Scott.

Recent research revealed that 60% of Americans’ daily caloric intake comes from ultra-processed foods. UPFs often contain high levels of sodium, refined sugars, cholesterol-spiking fats and other ...

Have you ever found yourself standing in the grocery store, reading a food label, and wondering, “Wait, what’s the difference between sugar versus carbs?” With so many nutrition terms being thrown ...