Nighttime coffee may fuel impulsivity—especially in women, study finds
For many people, a cup of coffee at night feels like a lifesaver, whether it’s to finish a project, power through a late shift,...
A key nutrient for managing blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem that can lead to serious conditions like heart disease and stroke.
While reducing salt intake...
Healthy diets may slow aging and prevent chronic illnesses
A long-term study from Karolinska Institutet in Sweden has found that older adults who follow a healthy diet are less likely to develop multiple...
Low FODMAP diet may repair leaky gut, study finds
A new study has found that a low FODMAP diet not only helps reduce symptoms in people with irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea (IBS-D),...
Low-fat vegan diet can lead to strong weight loss
A low-fat vegan diet may do more than just help with weight loss—it can also reduce the body’s dietary acid load, which is linked...
Which over-the-counter supplements really lower depression?
Many people have heard of St John’s Wort or omega-3 supplements for depression, but there are dozens more over-the-counter (OTC) products being promoted for...
Red meat in a healthy diet could benefit the brain, study suggests
For years, red meat has been linked to heart disease, prompting many health experts to recommend cutting back or eliminating it.
But new research from...
A coffee boost like no other: MIT’s new way to add iron to everyday...
Around the world, about 2 billion people lack enough iron in their diets, leading to serious health problems such as anemia, slower brain development...
Eating less sugar cannot change sweet tooth, study finds
A new randomized controlled trial has found that eating more sweet-tasting foods does not increase a person’s preference for sweet tastes.
Researchers discovered that after...
Eating more veggies can improve your mental health
Eating more vegetables—and some fruit—may be linked to better mental health, according to a large Australian study.
Researchers from Queensland University of Technology (QUT), based...