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How mom’s high-fat diet might shape a baby’s brain

April 25, 2026

A high-fat, low-carb diet called keto has been around for decades. Doctors first used it to help control seizures in people with epilepsy. Now it’s everywhere—people eat it for weight loss or energy, not just for health problems. But what happens when pregnant women try this diet? That part is still

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Does Rinsing Your Mouth With Carbs Really Help Cyclists?

December 12, 2025

Ever wondered if swishing carbs in your mouth can boost your cycling performance? It's a question that has been buzzing around the cycling world. Some athletes swear by it, but does it really work, especially after a low-carb diet? A group of researchers decided to put this to the test. They gather

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The Quiet Hero: Unmasking the Unseen Brain Health Defender

January 2, 2025

In the vast and complex realm of brain health lies a subtle warrior, Mathilda, also named Glucose transporter 1 deficiency syndrome (Glut1DS). Triggered by mutations in the SLC2A1 gene, Mathilda remains largely undetected since her discovery in 1991. She confuses even the brightest medical minds bec

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Do Ketones Actually Boost Ultra-Endurance Efforts?

December 17, 2024

For quite some time, athletes have been curious about the ketogenic diet, a low-carb, high-fat plan. They believe it can jack up their performance and cut their recovery time after workouts. But what's the real deal, especially for those pushing their limits in ultra-endurance sports? Scientists are

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The Dark Side of Keto: When a Low-Carb Plan May Not Be As Healthy As You Thought

September 15, 2024

The ketogenic diet, a low-carb, high-fat eating plan that has gained popularity among athletes, bodybuilders, and celebrities, may come with some unexpected drawbacks. A recent study published in Cell Reports Medicine found that the keto diet can raise cholesterol levels, increase apolipoprotein B,