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Older Vegans Need 58 Percent Less Medication, Study Finds

A study published in the ‘American Journal of Lifestyle Medicine’ found that a vegan diet reduces the number of medications an older adult takes by 58 percent.

February 12, 2026

Are You an Angry Vegan? Taking More of This Supplement Might Help Are You an Angry Vegan? Taking More of This Supplement Might Help

February 12, 2026

TikTok’s “Oat-Zempic” Isn’t the Weight-Loss Hack You Think It Is TikTok’s “Oat-Zempic” Isn’t the Weight-Loss Hack You Think It Is

February 11, 2026

“But I Could Never Give Up Cheese.” Here’s Why You Should. “But I Could Never Give Up Cheese.” Here’s Why You Should.

February 9, 2026

Hate Leafy Greens? These Vegan Recipes Will Make You Fall in Love With Them Hate Leafy Greens? These Vegan Recipes Will Make You Fall in Love With Them

February 9, 2026

Deli Meat Compared to Cigarettes in Lung Cancer Research Deli Meat Compared to Cigarettes in Lung Cancer Research

February 5, 2026

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The Unlikely Health Benefits of Coffee The Unlikely Health Benefits of Coffee

February 4, 2026

Channel Your Inner Panda: Bamboo May Just Be the Next Big Superfood Trend Channel Your Inner Panda: Bamboo May Just Be the Next Big Superfood Trend

February 3, 2026

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The McDonald’s McMigraine Hack Is Another TikTok Fail, But These Healthy Methods May Bring Relief The McDonald’s McMigraine Hack Is Another TikTok Fail, But These Healthy Methods May Bring Relief

February 3, 2026

Cancer Study Highlights Yogurt’s Benefits, But What If It’s Dairy-Free? Cancer Study Highlights Yogurt’s Benefits, But What If It’s Dairy-Free?

February 2, 2026

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The Vegan Milk That Works Best in Green Smoothies, According to Science

A study examined common dairy and plant-based milks in green smoothies and found one vegan milk that worked best.

Coffee, Chickpeas, and a Longer Life? Here’s What Research Says Coffee, Chickpeas, and a Longer Life? Here’s What Research Says

January 28, 2026

Just a Half Tablespoon of Olive Oil a Day Cuts Dementia Risk By 28 Percent, Study Finds Just a Half Tablespoon of Olive Oil a Day Cuts Dementia Risk By 28 Percent, Study Finds

January 23, 2026

Plant-Based Diets Linked to Lower Mortality and Environmental Impact, Research Finds Plant-Based Diets Linked to Lower Mortality and Environmental Impact, Research Finds

January 22, 2026

Another Surprising Use for Jackfruit: Diabetes-Friendly and Gluten-Free Flour Another Surprising Use for Jackfruit: Diabetes-Friendly and Gluten-Free Flour

January 21, 2026

Yes, Eating Cheese Gives You Nightmares, Research Finds Yes, Eating Cheese Gives You Nightmares, Research Finds

January 20, 2026

Could Turmeric and Rhubarb Play a Role in Stopping the Next Pandemic? Could Turmeric and Rhubarb Play a Role in Stopping the Next Pandemic?

January 19, 2026

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Plant Versus Animal Protein: Experts Weigh in on the Power of Plants Plant Versus Animal Protein: Experts Weigh in on the Power of Plants

January 18, 2026

If You’re Not Eating Winter Squash, You’re Missing Out on These Health Benefits If You’re Not Eating Winter Squash, You’re Missing Out on These Health Benefits

January 16, 2026

How Quickly Can Your Cholesterol Drop on a Plant-Based Diet? How Quickly Can Your Cholesterol Drop on a Plant-Based Diet?

January 15, 2026

America Is Stressed the Hell Out. Denmark’s Answer Is Surprisingly Simple. America Is Stressed the Hell Out. Denmark’s Answer Is Surprisingly Simple.

January 13, 2026

Struggling to Manage Type 1 Diabetes? A Plant-Based Diet Can Help, Experts Say Struggling to Manage Type 1 Diabetes? A Plant-Based Diet Can Help, Experts Say

January 12, 2026

This Vegan Meal Delivery Service Is Designed for Athletes, and It Makes Fueling a Breeze This Vegan Meal Delivery Service Is Designed for Athletes, and It Makes Fueling a Breeze

What Is a Vegan Alkaline Diet? And Is It Safe? What Is a Vegan Alkaline Diet? And Is It Safe?

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Want to Eat Like a Blue Zoner? Try These Easy-to-Make Recipes Want to Eat Like a Blue Zoner? Try These Easy-to-Make Recipes

The Health Benefits of Mushrooms, Plus 10 Vegan Mushroom Recipes The Health Benefits of Mushrooms, Plus 10 Vegan Mushroom Recipes

The Tofu Era Is Upon Us: How This Ancient Protein Is Redefining Clean Eating The Tofu Era Is Upon Us: How This Ancient Protein Is Redefining Clean Eating

The Coffee Loophole Diet Is Touted as a Natural Alternative to Diet Drugs, But Proceed With Caution The Coffee Loophole Diet Is Touted as a Natural Alternative to Diet Drugs, But Proceed With Caution

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Yes, You Can Have Dessert and Still Keep It Heart-Healthy—Here’s How Yes, You Can Have Dessert and Still Keep It Heart-Healthy—Here’s How

Inside the New Federal Food Pyramid, Protein Anxiety, and the American Diet Inside the New Federal Food Pyramid, Protein Anxiety, and the American Diet

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Another Blue Zones Secret: Eating Beans Every Day Could Help You Live Past 100 Another Blue Zones Secret: Eating Beans Every Day Could Help You Live Past 100

You’re a Winter Salad Eater Now: 20 Recipes That Make It the Star of the Table You’re a Winter Salad Eater Now: 20 Recipes That Make It the Star of the Table

Jessie J on Managing Endometriosis: “I Went Vegan, and I Could Walk Without Pain” Jessie J on Managing Endometriosis: “I Went Vegan, and I Could Walk Without Pain”

The 2026 Guide to Vegan Girl Scout Cookies The 2026 Guide to Vegan Girl Scout Cookies

Why a Vegan Diet Could Help With Weight Loss and Better Sex Why a Vegan Diet Could Help With Weight Loss and Better Sex

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The Secret to the Most Affordable High-Protein Diet Isn’t Meat, Research Says The Secret to the Most Affordable High-Protein Diet Isn’t Meat, Research Says

Your Keto Diet Isn’t Cutting It Anymore Your Keto Diet Isn’t Cutting It Anymore

Plant-Based Diets Can Be Healthy for Children, Major Review Finds Plant-Based Diets Can Be Healthy for Children, Major Review Finds

Your Morning Juice Might Be Doing More for Your Health Than You Think Your Morning Juice Might Be Doing More for Your Health Than You Think

Good News: Your Coffee Habit May Be Making You Biologically Younger Good News: Your Coffee Habit May Be Making You Biologically Younger

Are IV Vitamin Infusions Worth the Hype? Are IV Vitamin Infusions Worth the Hype?

Parasites for Weight Loss? The Risks Behind a Disturbing Trend Parasites for Weight Loss? The Risks Behind a Disturbing Trend

Why That 3pm Snack Might Matter More Than You Think Why That 3pm Snack Might Matter More Than You Think

Ultra-Processed Foods Are a Trojan Horse for Plastic Contamination, Research Finds Ultra-Processed Foods Are a Trojan Horse for Plastic Contamination, Research Finds

If You’re Not Drinking Beet Juice, Are You Even a Pro Athlete? If You’re Not Drinking Beet Juice, Are You Even a Pro Athlete?

The Surprising Foods That May Be Making Endometriosis Pain Worse The Surprising Foods That May Be Making Endometriosis Pain Worse

Do Food Dyes Cause Cancer? Here’s What Science Says Do Food Dyes Cause Cancer? Here’s What Science Says

Study on Cholesterol and Heart Disease Shifts Focus to Egg Alternatives Study on Cholesterol and Heart Disease Shifts Focus to Egg Alternatives

Rising Malnutrition Risks Spark Push for Plant-Based Diets Among Ozempic Users Rising Malnutrition Risks Spark Push for Plant-Based Diets Among Ozempic Users

Research Finds Vegan Diet Can Lack Key Nutrients, But They’re Easy to Get in These Protein Sources Research Finds Vegan Diet Can Lack Key Nutrients, But They’re Easy to Get in These Protein Sources

San Francisco’s UPF Lawsuit Reveals a Bigger Issue: Fresh Food Has Been Cut Out San Francisco’s UPF Lawsuit Reveals a Bigger Issue: Fresh Food Has Been Cut Out

11 Food Lessons From the Oldest People on the Planet 11 Food Lessons From the Oldest People on the Planet