Diet

Evidence-based nutrition and diet, minus the fads. We look at what the research actually shows about eating patterns, supplements and popular diets — covering gut health, blood sugar, weight, and the role of food in preventing and managing chronic disease. Each article weighs the studies behind the headlines so you can separate genuine science from marketing, and make food choices grounded in evidence rather than hype.

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L-theanine benefits: 5 studies on calm focus and sleep

Tea often feels calmer than coffee because it contains L-theanine. This article distils five human studies to show when L-theanine supports relaxation, how it works best with caffeine for a smoother 'calm focus', and what the evidence does — and doesn't — justify so you can choose between tea and…

5 min read

Choline for Brain: Boost Memory, Mood & Pregnancy Needs

Choline Benefits for Brain are often overlooked: only ~11% of adults meet recommended intake, yet choline fuels acetylcholine, liver fat transport and fetal brain growth. This article explains who needs more, which foods supply it, when to consider supplements and how to audit your own intake.

24 min read

GLP-1s and Chronic Cough: Analyzing the Data from 2 Million Patient Records

There's been a noticeable uptick in chronic cough reports among patients using GLP-1 receptor agonists, and it's not just the typical GI side effects we've been hearing about. This massive study - we're talking over 2 million patient records - found that people with type 2 diabetes on these…

21 min read