Scientists are investigating whether a concentrated hop extract can trigger the gut’s “bitter brake,” a natural signaling pathway that may help reduce hunger and support appetite control.

Beer is one of the oldest and most popular beverages in the world, with some people loving and others hating the distinct, bitter taste of the hops used to flavor its many varieties. But an especially ...

Dietary restrictions or reductions such as fasting for weight loss are often difficult to adhere to due to increased appetite and food cravings. Recently, gastrointestinal delivery of bitter hops has ...

A recent Obesity Pillars article highlighted an interesting study that used hops (Humulus lupulus) to reduce appetite and food cravings in healthy adult women undergoing acute fasting. This was a ...

Animal and cell studies suggest that consuming hops could provide a range of health benefits, but human studies are sparse. Hops plants provide beer with its signature taste and aroma, and studies in ...