Waste Not, Want Not: Benefits of a Circular Economy

A circular economy reduces waste and resource use by keeping materials in circulation through reuse, repair and redesign. Read More »

Kefir Kraut Dip

Creamy, zesty and teeming with probiotics, this simple dip pairs tangy sauerkraut with luscious kefir cheese—perfect with crisp veggies or whole-grain chips at your next gathering. Read More »

Apple Kefir Salad Dressing

This silky kefir-based dressing combines the sweet-tart notes of apple and vinegar with probiotic power—an easy way to upgrade any salad with tang, depth and gut-friendly benefits. Read More »

Blender Salsa

Bold and smoky with a hint of heat, this fermented salsa delivers a punch of flavor plus gut-boosting benefits, thanks to live cultures and prebiotic-rich ingredients like garlic and onion. Read More »

Blueberry Blast Smoothie

Bright, creamy and bursting with antioxidants, this tangy kefir smoothie blends banana, blueberries and coconut milk for a refreshing sip that supports digestion and urinary health. Read More »

Increasing Gut Health With Prebiotics: How To Feed the Good Microbes

Prebiotic-rich foods like asparagus and bananas support gut health, reduce inflammation and may play a role in preventing chronic disease. Read More »

Earth Day 2025: Our Power, Our Planet

This year’s Earth Day calls for a global shift to renewable energy to combat climate change and create jobs. Read More »

Relief for Fibromyalgia Promising: Strategies for Pain Reduction

Emerging approaches link fibromyalgia relief to gut health, vagus nerve stimulation and targeted anti-inflammatory therapies. Read More »

Treating Urinary Infections in Cats: How Diet, Hydration and Supplements Can Help

Nutrient-dense, moisture-rich diets and holistic care help support feline urinary health and reduce the risk of infections. Read More »

Rating the Level of Processing in Foods

A new database ranks grocery items by processing level, using AI to analyze ingredients, additives and techniques. Read More »

Mouth Bacteria Transplants

Researchers are testing oral microbiome transplants from cavity-free donors as a novel approach to fight tooth decay. Read More »

Recovering From a Bad Night’s Sleep

A single dose of creatine partially reversed cognitive effects of sleep deprivation in a small controlled study. Read More »

Potential New Benefit of Eating Fiber

High fiber intake may support gut bacteria that suppress harmful microbes, according to a global microbiome study. Read More »

Federal Ban of Toxic Food Dye

The FDA banned Red No. 3 for foods and ingested drugs, citing cancer risks linked to animal studies. Read More »

Jurassic Period Birds

A fossil found in China pushes the estimated origin of birds back to 164–172 million years ago. Read More »

Algae-Based Cooking Oil

Algae oil, lower in saturated fat and higher in monounsaturated fats, shows potential as a sustainable cooking alternative. Read More »

Smart Devices for the Blind

Emerging Braille technologies aim to improve accessibility with tactile displays, though high costs remain a barrier. Read More »

74-Year-Old Albatross Becomes Mom Again

The world’s oldest known wild bird, Wisdom, laid an egg at Midway Atoll at age 74, extending a lifetime of reproductive activity. Read More »

Natural Solution for Forever Chemicals

A bacterial strain reduced 96% of PFOS at a polluted site in Portugal, offering potential for PFAS cleanup. Read More »

Benefits of Gardening With Native Plants

Native plants conserve water, reduce maintenance, and provide vital support for pollinators, birds and local ecosystems. Read More »