Food scientists have discovered a mushroom chemical they say is the most bitter substance known, a finding that sheds light on how the tongue helps us perceive taste. Researchers at the Leibniz ...

The discovery could help create new "sensorially appealing foods" that improve digestion and feelings of fullness.

Food scientists have discovered a mushroom chemical they say is the most bitter substance known thus far, a finding that ...

The molecular world of bitter compounds has so far only been partially explored. Researchers at the Leibniz Institute for ...

On paper, the global sugar industry is enjoying a sweet spot. Worldwide production is increasing year-on-year, nearby sugar ...

For anyone with a sweet tooth, those delicious treats are about to get more expensive. The trendy candies that have become a ...

Food microbiology is the scientific study of microorganisms, both in food and used for the production of food. This includes microorganisms that contaminate food, as well as those used in its ...

A gastroparesis diet usually involves eating easily digestible foods, such as lean protein, refined carbohydrates, and soft, cooked produce. Some foods to try include poultry, smooth peanut butter ...

In 2023, the North Carolina-based company Pairwise debuted Conscious Greens, the first bioengineered food introduced in the U.S. developed by CRISPR gene-editing technology. These greens have a ...

Understanding food poisoning vs. a stomach bug can be difficult because both cause nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. There are a few key differences, though. Symptoms of food poisoning, often start ...

Low-glycemic foods, such as sweet potatoes, rolled oats, chickpeas, and milk, are slower to raise a person’s blood sugar levels than foods with moderate or high scores on the glycemic index (GI).