Nutrition

"Not inevitable": Children obesity rates plateau in the US

Researchers note that excess weight has been rising for 40–45 years, elevating the risk of cancer, cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurological diseases.

The problem begins when it turns into a large, unplanned amount, especially of foods high in sugar and fat
Not all supplements enjoy clear scientific support

Experts warn: These 7 popular dietary supplements are not effective

Flavored water

Flavored water and the secrets no one tells

Black pepper

5 foods that are upgraded with black pepper – and become healthier


Apple cider vinegar for weight loss - and the explanation you must hear

Why vinegar does not "burn" fat, how its effect on satiety misled users, and the real risks of tooth erosion and esophageal damage to know before adopting the trend of drinking it in the morning.

Apple cider vinegar

The foods that stimulate the brain and release dopamine

Scientists once thought flavanols helped the brain via absorption, but a new study suggests their astringent taste may directly activate the brain like exercise.

Cocoa powder

Cooking ruins them: 5 health foods that are really better eaten fresh

Dietitians explain why some foods lose important nutritional values during cooking and how eating them in their natural state can contribute to health and save time in the kitchen.

Some foods lose important nutritional values during cooking

This is the healthiest ingredient in your watermelon – and you won't believe what it does

Influencers on social media never stop inventing new “superfoods” and the current trend this time is cheese made from watermelon seeds.

Watermelon seeds are rich in minerals

White cabbage or red cabbage - which is healthier for the body?

Both white cabbage and red cabbage are healthy for the body and an excellent addition to any meal. It is recommended to combine both of them in a smart way.

White and red cabbages

Protein or fat? Dr. Maya Rosman reveals the values of the most Israeli snack

The whole truth and all the myths about one of the healthiest snacks there is. And also – How many almonds should you eat every day?

Almonds. Just a few a day are enough

Not hungry, but we feel like eating something: The science behind the sentence we all know

A new study reveals a surprising gap between what the body feels and what the brain continues to want – and it is not a matter of willpower.

Standing in front of the fridge

Gluten sensitivity: When it is not celiac

Suffering from stomach pain and bloating despite ruling out celiac? It may be non-celiac gluten sensitivity or a reaction to the FODMAP carbohydrates in wheat.

As of today, there is no definitive medical test that diagnoses "Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity"

Shavuot 2026: The truth about pasta and rice revealed

Rice or pasta? A caloric and glycemic comparison, the benefits of "al dente," and the complete guide to choosing healthy pasta (from whole wheat to legumes) ahead of Shavuot.

Pasta and rice

The surprising link between a healthy diet and the serious disease

A new study found an unexpected link between a diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains and an increased risk of lung cancer among young people who do not smoke at all, mainly women.

There is a need to better understand the impact of environmental factors, particularly pesticides, on human health