A 2025 randomized controlled trial in Nutrients by Sharif et al. showed those who drank tocotrienols experienced better psychological well-being, lowered markers of oxidative stress, increased antioxidant enzymes, and improved genomic stability.

Magnesium is far more than a mineral—it’s a crucial brain-and-mood regulator. A 2025 comprehensive review in Nutrients by Varga et al. shows that low magnesium is linked to depression, migraine, Alzheimer’s, and cognitive decline.

A groundbreaking 2-year controlled study on rats—considered the gold standard for cancer research—found that even “safe” levels of glyphosate exposure caused multiple types of cancer, including leukemia, liver, thyroid, kidney, and brain tumors.

A 2025 review in Nutrients by Tur & González-Gross highlights how school environments—especially meals and physical activity programs—directly shape the long-term nutrition and fitness habits of children and adolescents.

A 2025 double-blind, placebo-controlled trial by Lamichhane et al. in Nutrients found that elderly prediabetic adults taking 80 mg/day of curcumin for 12 weeks saw significant reductions in HbA1c, a key marker of long-term blood sugar control.

A 2024 cross-sectional study in Nutrients by Havemann-Nies et al. analyzed nearly 10,000 German adults and found that those who regularly ate organic food had healthier diets overall—higher in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and fiber, and lower in sugar, saturated fat, and ultra-processed foods.

A 2025 study cited in Muscle & Fitness by the National Library of Medicine found that drinking green tea daily for 20 years raised testosterone levels by 30% in men compared to non-drinkers.

Stevia is marketed as a natural, plant-based, zero-calorie sweetener—but multiple studies suggest it might act more like birth control than a harmless sugar alternative.

Ashwagandha, a powerful herb used in traditional medicine, has been shown in a 2025 review to help reduce stress, fatigue, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. It also supports better sleep and sharper mental focus, boosting overall feelings of well-being—even for older adults aged 60–85.

A 2025 analysis in Frontiers in Nutrition by He, Wang & Li used data from 12,432 U.S. adults to link specific pesticide chemicals—including the herbicide 2,4-D, organophosphates, and glyphosate—to poorer overall cardiovascular health.

A 2025 randomized controlled trial in Nutrients by University of Stanford tested omega‑3 supplementation plus resistance training vs. training alone in 30 healthy, active adults.

A 2025 French study from ANSES found that glass-bottled beverages—like soda, lemonade, iced tea, and beer—contain around 100 microplastic particles per liter, which is 5 to 50 times more than plastic or metal bottles.

A 2025 systematic review and meta-analysis in Nutrients by Sultan et al. analyzed multiple studies on egg consumption and digestive outcomes. They found that eating eggs (up to one per day) can improve gut permeability, reduce inflammation, and may even help balance gut bacteria.

Research confirms many plant “anti-nutrients” bind minerals, block enzymes, and may harm vulnerable individuals. For example, phytates reduce iron, zinc, and calcium absorption. One Harvard study even found higher glucosinolate intake—found in broccoli and Brussels sprouts—was linked to a 19 % increase in type 2 diabetes risk.

A 2024 study from MIT and SMART introduced microneedle patches that inject melatonin directly into fruits and vegetables to delay spoilage. While the researchers claim this method reduces food waste by extending shelf life, it also involves piercing your produce with hormone-loaded needles—something never done before on a wide scale for fresh food.

A 2024 study from Tufts University published in The Journal of Nutrition found that drinking 1–3 cups of black coffee per day was linked to a 14–17% lower risk of death from any cause, including cardiovascular disease. But when that coffee is loaded with sugar or saturated fat, the benefit fades fast.

A 2023 review by Torres‑Gonzalez & Bradley at Mass General Brigham found that milk isn’t just saturated fat—its unique structure (like milk polar lipids and odd‑chain fatty acids) speeds up cholesterol digestion, lowers inflammation, supports healthy gut bacteria, and shields against metabolic stress.

In 2025, Cannavaro, Leva, Caturano, Berra, Bonfrate & Conte (Université Clermont Auvergne & CNRS) reviewed research on using amino acid supplements during weight loss. Their Nutrients paper finds that certain amino acids—especially leucine, HMB, and collagen peptides—help protect lean mass when you’re slimming down.

A 2025 randomized trial by Kreimeyer et al., published in Nutrients, found that mixed and wheat varieties raised fasting glucose, insulin markers, and triglycerides, while pilsner performed similarly to water—reducing cholesterol and LDL, and lowering liver injury markers.

A 2025 study from the University of Southern California discovered that neurons in the ventral hippocampus store detailed memories of meals—what you ate and when. These brain “engrams” communicate with hunger centers, helping you feel full between meals.