Is washing your fruits and vegetables enough to get them clean? Experts weigh in
Fresh fruits and vegetables can often come with toxic residues from pesticides, some of which contain so-called forever chemicals. Here’s how to limit your exposure
Pinot noir’s grip on people’s tastebuds is surprisingly old
An analysis of ancient grape seed DNA reveals the earliest known instance of humans in France purposefully cloning plants—including for pinot noir grapes
What are the best foods for a hangover, scientifically?
There’s no bulletproof remedy for a hangover, but a nutrition scientist explains which foods could aid symptoms after one has had too much to drink
‘Wellness influencer’ Casey Means heads to confirmation hearing
The U.S. Senate is holding a confirmation hearing today for wellness influencer Casey Means, the Trump administration’s pick for surgeon general
What does it take to eat like an Olympian?
There’s more to Winter Olympians’ diets than calories—but for some, there are also lots and lots of calories
RFK, Jr., just claimed the keto diet can cure schizophrenia. Here’s what the science says
Preliminary studies suggest that a high-fat, low-carbohydrate diet could reduce schizophrenia symptoms in some people, but claiming it’s a cure is misleading, experts say
Why does orange juice taste bad after you brush your teeth?
There’s a scientific reason your OJ tastes funny after you brush your teeth
How Seed Oils Became Controversial—And What the Science Really Says
A food scientist debunks the vilification of seed oils on social media and explains what research says about them.
RFK, Jr., Upsets Food Pyramid, Urging Americans to Eat More Meat
Nutritional guidelines released on Wednesday by Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., and the USDA emphasize “real food” that is high in saturated fat, departing from decades of evidence on healthful diets
Can ultraprocessed foods be addictive? A neuroscientist weighs in
A neuroscientist explains how highly processed foods may be key to “food addiction.” She also reveals some solutions
‘Saving Room’ for a Big Thanksgiving Dinner Can Be Bad for Gut Health
Skipping meals before a big holiday feast probably isn’t the best idea for gut health, experts say. Here’s how to prevent overeating on an empty stomach—and tips for if you do
Which Pie Gives You the Biggest Sugar Rush: Pecan, Apple or Pumpkin?
Scientific American asked experts which type of Thanksgiving pie spikes blood sugar the most—and how to eat healthier while still enjoying the holidays