Akkermansia’s Surprising Twist: Dead Bacteria, Real Results
A 12-week trial found dead Akkermansia bacteria improved insulin resistance, cholesterol and hormones in 100 women. Here is exactly what researchers found.
20 mg of Zinc a Day: What a New JAMA Trial Really Found
A JAMA trial found 20 mg of zinc a day cut infections 38% in young kids with sickle cell anemia — after 10 mg flopped. Here is what the study really showed.
Cranberry Eased Bladders While Lowering ‘Good’ Bacteria
New trial: cranberry eased overactive-bladder symptoms in young women — yet lowered the ‘good’ bacteria everyone assumes should rise. The details matter.
Melatonin Isn’t Just for Sleep: What 38 Women Found Out
A new 12-week trial gave 38 women 3 mg of melatonin with their workouts, and the combo beat training alone on LDL cholesterol. Here is the full story.
Urolithin A Flunked Its Trial — Then Delivered a Surprise
Urolithin A failed its heart-health endpoint in a new trial — but the brain scans told a different story. Here’s what 1,000 mg daily really did for people.
Creatine for Fat Loss? What a 12-Week Trial Really Found
Creatine monohydrate, the gym-bro staple, may help middle-aged adults lose body fat and build lean mass — even without exercising, a new 12-week trial found.