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Aspartame to be declared 'possible carcinogen' by WHO. Don't panic.
Sources told Reuters that the International Agency for Research on Cancer, an arm of the World Health Organization, will soon name aspartame a "possible carcinogen." But historically, the agency's decisions have been controversial and confusing.
1st 'lab-grown' meat approved for sale in the US
In a first, U.S. regulators have cleared several lab-grown chicken products for sale in the country.
Why do people like spicy food?
The chemicals that make food spicy don't target taste receptors, but rather temperature receptors in the tongue.
Non-sugar sweeteners don't help with weight loss and may come with health risks, WHO says
Non-sugar sweeteners won't make you lose weight and may be linked to health risks in the long-term, the World Health Organization reported.
Does coffee really give you an 'energy boost'?
Coffee may make you less drowsy, but it doesn't really "energize" the body.
What is mindful eating, and is it good for you? We explore the science behind it
From weight loss to digestive health, could savoring every mouthful have a positive impact on wellbeing?
Why fad diets don't work, according to experts
Fad diets may provide a quick fix, but they're not a long term solution.
Why do we crave comfort food?
Many of us seek solace in comfort foods during times of stress. But what makes them so appealing?
