The search for life beyond our solar system heated up this year when scientists reported a tantalising signal from an exoplanet of a molecule that is known to be produced exclusively by life on Earth.

Weight gain single-handedly prevented by a gut microbe By Michael Franco December 18, 2025 This composite image shows the rod-shaped Turicibacter bacterium in the foreground, with a cross-section of ...

This time of year can be tricky for those who are working toward a weight-loss goal or simply trying to maintain a healthy weight. Even those with the best of intentions can be thrown off by the ...

The gut microbiome is intimately linked to human health and weight. Differences in the gut microbiome—the bacteria and fungi in the gut—are associated with obesity and weight gain, raising the ...

Creatine can boost muscle and strength, but the scale might jump at first. Experts explain what’s real and what’s just water weight. But despite all those proven benefits, the supplement’s reputation ...

Wondering if eating bread affects your weight? Here’s what research shows about how types, portions, and overall diet play a role. Bread has long been a dietary staple, but it’s often blamed for ...

Jillian Michaels shared her go-to rule for avoiding holiday weight gain. During an interview with Fox News Digital, the 51-year-old celebrity trainer explained that her secret to staying fit while ...

Jillian Michaels shared her go-to rule for avoiding holiday weight gain. During an interview with Fox News Digital, the 51-year-old celebrity trainer explained that her secret to staying fit while ...

Your defended weight range can gradually shift upward through hormonal, metabolic, environmental, and microbiome-driven changes that push the body toward higher weight. Questions about why weight gain ...

Around two-thirds (68%) of pregnancies have weight gain that is more or less than recommended and that is associated with complications such as preterm birth, large birth weight, and admission to ...