What has the largest community study of intermittent fasting found so far? Read about early results and why we want people to extend their time in the study.

The Big IF Study: What have we found so far? 

We learned something about our early Contributors.

The latest study you can get involved with in the ZOE Health Study app looks at intermittent fasting and what effects it might have on your body over 2 weeks or longer.

The Big IF Study: Does the time you eat make a difference?

The latest study from ZOE looks at intermittent fasting.

Scientists use the body mass index (BMI) as a measure of weight. But it has flaws, and there are other ways to check your weight and health. 

What is BMI, and is it important?

There are other ways to assess our weight and — more importantly — our health.

Find out how to make your own sourdough starter and sourdough bread with this easy no-knead recipe. We also discuss the health benefits of sourdough bread. 

How to bake sourdough bread and is it healthy?

You can make this sourdough bread in just over 12 hours, but hands-on time is only 10 minutes.

Many people can enjoy butter regularly, but ZOE’s research shows that for some, butter could cause long periods of high blood fat, which isn’t good for health. 

Is butter good for you? Here’s what the latest science says

Is butter good or bad for your health?

White bread is not the best bread for most people, as it can cause big blood sugar spikes, but ZOE’s research shows it’s OK for some to eat in moderation.

Is white bread good for you? Here’s what the latest science says

Eating white bread can cause large blood sugar spikes.

Good quality fat gives your body energy, keeps you warm, and helps you absorb certain vitamins. And there are some fats that you can only get from food. 

Why your body needs fat

Fats are important for every cell in your body.

In the largest study of its kind, ZOE scientists show that continuous glucose monitors are accurate for use in personalized nutrition.

Personalized nutrition: Blood sugar monitoring is accurate, ZOE study shows

Continuous glucose monitors are a key part of personalized nutrition.

Find out why experts are increasingly pointing to the gut microbiome as a key factor in healthy aging and what to eat to support good gut health as you age.

Why is the gut microbiome important for healthy aging?

The gut microbiome is a key player in healthy aging.

The largest study of its kind has found changes to metabolism, sleep, and heart disease risk after menopause. Diet and good gut health may lessen these.

Diet may counteract menopause metabolism change, ZOE study shows

Menopause affects metabolism, but diet may help.

Many clinical and nutrition studies don’t include enough women, but modern technology allows us to run the world’s largest nutrition study and be inclusive.  

Why are women not equally represented in nutrition research?

Why are women underrepresented in clinical trials?

ZOE’s groundbreaking research has found links between ‘good gut bug’ Faecalibacterium prausnitzii and markers of better health.

What is Faecalibacterium prausnitzii and why is she a ‘good’ bug?

Felicia is one of the 'good bugs.'

Good metabolic health reduces your risk of metabolic syndrome and metabolic diseases, like heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, kidney disease, and liver disease.

What is metabolic health?

Metabolic health is shaped by lifestyle factors like food choices, as well as  your sex, age, and genes.

In the largest study of its kind, researchers found that going to sleep earlier and having a consistent bedtime improve blood sugar control.

Going to bed earlier may prevent serious disease, ZOE study shows

Going to sleep earlier and having a consistent bedtime improve blood sugar control, according to ZOE's latest study.

If you want to boost your metabolism and burn more calories, we have 7 science-backed ways to try. 

What are the best ways to boost your metabolic rate and burn more calories?

Many people believe that they will lose weight if they increase their metabolic rate and burn more calories by exercising or eating certain foods. But the story is not so straightforward.

People who eat a healthy diet rich in plant-based foods are less likely to get COVID-19. Eating this way can also support your recovery if you have the virus.

COVID-19: How can nutrition keep me healthy?

Eating fruits and vegetables can help fight COVID-19, research shows. Image credit: Iryna/Adobe Stock

Trillions of bacteria and other microbes make up the gut microbiome and are essential for our health. Our gut microbiomes are unique and need food to thrive.

Yella Hewings-Martin, PhD

Senior Science Editor

ZOE

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