Compounds emitted by trees, diterpenes, could have a previously unconsidered impact on the formation of particles in the ...

Nightshades, toxic plants with alkaloids, can be harmful or beneficial depending on preparation and consumption.

The way you cook your food alters the compounds your body is consuming — and certain ones play a role in accelerated aging.

Chili pepper compounds that suppress heat may also help manage pain. If you’ve ever second-guessed a spicy order, take note: a new study has identified molecules that can temper the heat of chili ...

Scientists have shown that Earth’s basic chemistry solidified within just three million years of the Solar System’s formation. Initially, the planet was barren and inhospitable, missing water and ...

New studies of the “platypus of materials” help explain how their atoms arrange themselves into orderly, but nonrepeating, ...

Medical experts warn against treating over-the-counter supplements the same as leucovorin, the drug the Trump administration has touted as an autism treatment.

Many “brain-boosting” mushroom supplements leave much to be desired. They throw lion’s mane on the label, skip the compounds ...

Complex organic molecules that form part of the chain of chemical reactions that can result in life's building blocks have ...

When meat is cooked at high heat, it can produce chemicals that have been linked to cancer. But here’s the good news: Marinating your meat before grilling can reduce these compounds by more than 90%.

PFAS are fluorinated compounds found in many everyday products, such as outdoor clothing and cookware like Teflon pans. This is because PFAS are durable, heat-resistant and dirt-repellent. Their ...

Growing global demand for sustainable agriculture is driving scientists to find smarter ways to handle livestock waste. A new ...