Maria Godoy
Stories
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Are creatine supplements all that they're pumped up to be?
Creatine supplements have long become increasingly popular as social media influencers tout their benefits. What does the evidence say?
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Influencers tout the benefits of creatine supplements. Is it healthy or all hype?
Creatine supplements have long been popular among iron-pumping gym goers. Social media influencers tout the benefits of creatine for everything. Does the evidence support the hype?
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You can't outrun a bad diet. Food — not lack of exercise — fuels obesity, study finds
One explanation for the rise in obesity in industrialized countries is that people burn fewer calories than people in countries where obesity is rare. A major study finds that's not the case.
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U.S. measles cases hit highest level in 33 years, CDC reports
The U.S. has hit an unwelcome milestone in measles cases this year. The CDC is reporting 1,288 cases across the country. The disease was declared eliminated 25 years ago.
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The health of U.S. kids has declined significantly since 2007, a new study finds
A new study in the journal JAMA finds the health of America's children has worsened across several key indicators over the last two decades. That includes the number of children with chronic diseases.
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Are seed oils actually bad for your health? Here's the science behind the controversy
Health Secretary RFK Jr. has said vegetable oils, like canola and soybean, are "poisoning Americans." But many researchers say the evidence isn't there. So, what does the science say about seed oils?
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Are seed oils good or bad for health? Here's what we know
Health secretary RFK Jr. has said seed oils, like canola, soybean and sunflower oil are 'poisoning Americans.' But many researchers say the evidence doesn't back up the claims.
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Kraft Heinz to remove artificial dyes from all products, like Jell-O and Kool-Aid
By 2027, Kraft Heinz says all artificial food dyes will be replaced with natural colors. The move comes two months after federal officials called on food companies to stop using synthetic dyes.
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RFK Jr. overhauled the CDC's vaccine panel. Here's what it does and why it matters
It plays a big role in deciding which vaccines kids and adults get routinely, what's covered by insurance and which shots are made available free to low-income kids.
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Using an app to rate food for nutrition? Take the results with a grain of salt
Food apps can help you figure out what's in your food and whether it's nutritious. Just scan the barcode on the packet with your phone. But different apps can give very different results. Here's why.
