Five days of ultra-processed diet disrupts brain function and increase liver fat
A new study has found that just five days of eating a high-calorie, ultra-processed diet can impair brain function and increase liver fat, even...
Low vitamin C may increase body weight
A new study from the University of Otago, Christchurch, has found a strong connection between low vitamin C levels and increased body weight.
This discovery...
Alcohol increases colon cancer risk, while calcium and whole foods offer protection
A large-scale study led by researchers at the University of Oxford’s Cancer Epidemiology Unit has found strong links between dietary habits and colorectal cancer risk.
The study, published...
Fruits and vegetables can lower blood pressure and protect heart and kidneys
A new study has found that eating more fruits and vegetables can help lower blood pressure and improve both heart and kidney health, especially...
B vitamins may help lower drug-resistant high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects millions of people worldwide and is a leading cause of heart disease and stroke. While medications help many manage their...
Fish oil may help reduce insulin resistance, study shows
A new study from Brazil suggests that fish oil may help lower insulin resistance and improve blood sugar control by reducing inflammation in the...
Intermittent fasting may reduce inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis
A new study suggests that intermittent fasting could be a beneficial, non-drug approach to managing rheumatoid arthritis (RA) in postmenopausal women who are overweight...
High doses of this nutrient can harm your eyes
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is often used to lower cholesterol and manage high blood fat levels (hyperlipidemia). While it can be effective, taking too much niacin...
How coffee affects kidney health may depends on your genes
A recent study from the University of Toronto has found that drinking a lot of coffee might affect kidney health differently depending on a...
Alcohol increases risk of severe head injuries in older adults who fall
Falls are the leading cause of injuries among older adults in the United States, often resulting in serious consequences like traumatic brain injuries.
In 2021,...