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A probiotic taken from kimchi helped mice pass more nanoplastics in their poop, hinting that fermented foods may one day help reduce plastic buildup in the body.
A large digital health study finds that eating more fiber and plant foods, plus smart meal timing, can improve sleep stages and lower nighttime heart rate as soon as tonight.
A large trial in older adults found that a year of resistance training made the brain look 1–2 years younger, based on advanced MRI "brain clock" models.
An 8-week trial in older adults found that both a 5:2 intermittent fasting plan and a standard healthy diet improved brain aging markers and thinking, with more weight loss from fasting.
A year-long study of 1,062 adults found that very high-dose nattokinase improved cholesterol and carotid plaque, while a typical supplement dose showed no meaningful benefit.
