When scientists opened the doors of a research facility and let carefully bred lab mice loose into a fenced field, they ...

The ketogenic diet has its fanatics and detractors among dieters, but either way, the diet has a scientifically documented impact on memory in mice. While uncovering how the high fat, low carbohydrate ...

Cycles of a diet that mimics fasting appear to reduce signs of Alzheimer's in mice genetically engineered to develop the illness, according to a new study. Short cycles of a low-calorie diet that ...

In mice, limited intakes of one specific essential amino acid can slow the effects of aging and even extend their lifespan, ...

The gut microbiome is intimately linked to human health and weight. Differences in the gut microbiome—the bacteria and fungi ...

A molecule found in the keto diet plays a key role in preventing early memory decline in mice. The memory loss is comparable to mild cognitive impairment in the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease in ...

New research suggests that the commonly used ‘lab mouse’ may display behaviors entirely distinct from their wild-derived counterparts, prompting new considerations for the future of animal-based ...

The modern Western-style diet—high in processed foods, red meat, dairy products, and sugar—alters the composition of the gut microbiome in ways that can have a huge impact on health. This dietary ...