Practical guides, tips, and insights on metabolic health. No jargon, just useful information you can apply today.
A large follow-up study of 533 adults shows that losing visceral fat — not just weight — is linked to slower brain atrophy and better cognitive function 5 to 16 years later. Here's what it means for your metabolic health strategy.
A controlled crossover study found that swapping when you eat carbs vs fats across the day alters the expression of nearly 1,400 genes in fat tissue. Here's what it means for metabolic health.
Some of the leanest, healthiest people on keto see their LDL skyrocket. The Lean Mass Hyper-Responder phenotype explains why — and what it actually means for heart health.
A 15-year Swedish study of 2,100+ adults found that higher meat consumption was associated with slower cognitive decline and lower dementia risk in people carrying the APOE4 gene variant. Here's what it means.
A groundbreaking Nature study reveals that tumors break down the popular antioxidant supplement glutathione and use it as a nutrient source — challenging how we think about supplements and cancer.
A 2026 review examines how the ketogenic diet and β-hydroxybutyrate could help prevent age-related muscle loss through anti-inflammatory signaling, mitochondrial support, and more.
A new study found gut bacteria can enter the brain via the vagus nerve on a high-fat diet. But the diet they used was a Western diet — not ketogenic. Here's what that means for low-carb dieters.
A new study reveals that ketones (BHB) and glucose trigger opposite epigenetic programs — one promotes fat burning, the other fat storage. Here's what it means for your metabolism.
A major 2026 study published in Nature shows dietary fats directly change the composition of your T cells — making them stronger or weaker at fighting disease.
A systematic review of 33 studies finds that trained athletes on low-carb and ketogenic diets maintain VO2max and endurance — once they get past the first week. Here's what the evidence actually says.
A new Nature Communications study shows the ketogenic diet normalizes blood sugar within a week and remodels muscles to respond better to aerobic exercise — suggesting diet and exercise aren't simply additive.
Your body fights back when you cut calories — slashing metabolism by hundreds of calories per day. Here's the science behind why diets fail, and what actually works instead.
New research shows that high insulin levels can cause your body to burn muscle instead of fat during intermittent fasting. Here's what it means and what to do about it.
A breakthrough study in Science identifies a mitochondrial protein that controls your body's ability to switch from burning sugar to burning fat. Here's what it means for keto and carnivore dieters.
Lipoprotein(a) affects 1.5 billion people worldwide and is an independent risk factor for heart disease — yet most standard lipid panels don't include it. Here's what you need to know.
A new JAMA Psychiatry study tested keto for treatment-resistant depression. Here's what worked, what didn't, and what it means for metabolic approaches to mental health.
New research links intermittent fasting to slower immune decline, reduced inflammation, and delayed frailty. Here's what the science says about fasting and aging.
A new study compared ketogenic and non-ketogenic diets for MASLD (fatty liver disease). Keto reduced liver fat 45% more — but there's a catch.
A randomized clinical trial found that eating within an 8-hour window cut Crohn's disease symptoms by 40% and halved inflammation markers in just 12 weeks. Here's what that means for IBD management.
A randomized clinical trial in JAMA Psychiatry tested ketogenic diets for patients whose depression didn't respond to standard treatment. Here's what the data shows.
New research reveals that repeated weight cycling impairs metabolic health and reduces brown fat activity. Here's what the science says — and how to break the cycle.
A new meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials reveals what actually happens to your lipid profile on keto — and why the LDL number isn't the whole story.
New research reveals how repeated weight cycling damages brown fat activity and worsens metabolic health — and what to do instead.
A major Swedish study found that eating 50g of full-fat cheese daily was associated with 13% lower dementia risk. Here's what the research actually shows.
The 2025 dietary guidelines flip decades of nutrition advice on its head. Meat and dairy at the top, processed foods out. Here's what it means for you.
Started keto and your LDL went up? You're not alone. Here's what the research says about cholesterol changes on low-carb diets.
Time-restricted eating is everywhere, but does it really work? Here's what the latest science tells us about fasting for metabolic health.
One in three adults has metabolic syndrome—a cluster of conditions that dramatically increases disease risk. Here's what you need to know.
The RDA might be wrong. Here's what modern research says about optimal protein intake for health, muscle, and metabolism.
Nutrition labels can be confusing—and sometimes deliberately misleading. Here's how to read them like a pro and spot common tricks.
Seed oils are controversial in health circles. Some say they're inflammatory poison, others say they're fine. Here's what the research shows.
Insulin resistance underlies most metabolic issues, from weight gain to type 2 diabetes. Here's what it is, why it happens, and what you can do about it.
Metabolic health isn't just about weight—it's about how well your body processes energy. Here's what you need to know.
Afternoon crashes, brain fog, and hangry episodes aren't just annoying—they're signals. Here's what your body might be telling you.
Two popular low-carb approaches, but they're not the same. Here's a simple breakdown to help you decide which might work for you.