A new study of ancient pottery adds to evidence that hunter-gatherers in Europe ate more than meat and developed early elements of cuisine.

Invasive species are a threat to biodiversity, causing damage to local ecosystems and, potentially, economic loss. Once a non-native species has arrived in a new habitat, the conditions have to be ...

Fish-eating killer whales in southern Alaska have a diverse, seasonally changing diet featuring salmon and groundfish, ...

In studying how earthworms handle the extreme soil conditions within an active volcano, scientists have discovered how rapidly it adapts to the environment. Experts believe that better understanding ...

A study conducted by researchers at the University of Liège on a large population of Japanese giant salamanders—one of the largest amphibians in the world—reveals that above a certain size, a ...

As stroke risk rises for women as they age — especially after menopause — a new long-term study suggests that what they eat may play a powerful role in lowering that risk. Stroke is a leading cause of ...

Share on Pinterest Research shows that a plant-based diet may offer protective benefits for heart health and prevention against kidney disease and certain cancers. Image Credit: Tom Werner/Getty ...

In an unassuming building at the San Francisco Zoo, 115 brilliantly colored baby snakes are being fattened up on a diet of worms. These are endangered San Francisco garter snakes and during a visit in ...

Share on Pinterest Short-term calorie restriction may help alleviate Crohn’s disease, new research shows. Image credit: Klaus Vedfelt/Getty Images Crohn’s disease is a long-term autoimmune condition ...

From viral food videos to heated nutrition debates and the rise of weight-loss drugs, a number of forces in 2025 reshaped how Americans eat. More people turned to influencers for food advice, plus ...