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Longevity: why do Poles live shorter than Western Europeans?

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Astronauts get constipated in space. Scientists may now know why

Blood tests from 52 astronauts suggest that gut bacteria break down more protein during spaceflight. The findings may also be relevant for patients on Earth.

Ecotech

Wild fish are at their limits. Can Scottish whisky waste save them?

Are farmed fish a sustainable choice? Many still depend on wild-caught fish for feed – algae grown on Scottish whisky industry waste could change that.

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Less sugar in early childhood associated with lower dementia risk

Less sweet treats during pregnancy and up to age two associated with lower dementia risk later in life, delayed onset of the disease and a healthier brain, according to a new study.

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After oat milk, Europe turns to pea milk: the Greek scientist leading the way

Angeliki Triantafyllou, winner of the 2026 European Inventor Award, explains to Euronews why the future of plant-based food lies not in diet fads but in products with high nutritional value and a smaller environmental footprint.

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Flavoured noodles linked to over 100 Salmonella cases in Europe

European health authorities have identified flavoured instant noodles as the likely source of a salmonella outbreak that has sickened at least 106 people across 14 countries.

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Longer breastfeeding linked to lower ADHD in kids, study finds

Scientists in Norway have found that exclusively breastfed babies are less likely to develop ADHD symptoms, with girls showing the strongest benefits.

Nutrition

Want your child to eat more greens? It could start during pregnancy

A new international study suggests children may respond more positively to flavours they were exposed to during pregnancy, which could help parents trying to encourage healthy eating.

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What to eat for a better night's sleep

A study led by the University of Granada and published in the European Journal of Nutrition found that what you eat for dinner can affect how well you sleep and even influence your breakfast choices the next morning.

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Feed them fruit, dodge the tantrums: Diet linked to child behaviour

Children's diets may influence their mental health, with fruit and vegetables linked to better behaviour, according to a new study.

Nutrition

What the children of 100-year-olds actually eat

Children of centenarians scored relatively well on diet quality, yet still fell short of recommended intake levels for several foods.

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Smoothies, juice, or whole? What is the best way to consume fruit?

Fruit is a key part of any healthy diet, but the way it is consumed matters as much as whether it is consumed at all.

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The new spring detox? How to eat like a Greek monk over Lent

A proper fast for a few weeks can boost health, researchers and nutritionists say.

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Is all chocolate good for you? This is what the science says

Cacao has been associated with multiple health benefits; however, experts warn that commercial chocolate may not be as good.

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Reducing parent stress cuts child obesity risk, study finds

Managing parents’ stress significantly reduces the risks of obesity in young children, according to a new study.

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Child obesity to hit 228 million by 2040, report finds

By 2040 there will be more children who are overweight than not for the first time in history, a new report has found.

Food and Drink

Eight out of ten apples in Spain have toxic pesticides in them

A study coordinated by PAN Europe across 13 countries has found that 85% of conventionally grown apples tested contained multiple pesticides at the same time. In Spain, the figure stands at 80%. The combined effects of these substances have not yet been officially assessed.