Diet and Alzheimer’s: What is the link?
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults...
Health benefits and risks of dairy fats
Dairy fats, found in products like milk, cheese, butter, and yogurt, are a staple in many diets around the world. These fats have been...
Eating vegetables full of this nutrient can lower heart disease risk
Nitrate is known to provide several health benefits, such as reducing blood pressure and protecting blood vessels. Foods rich in nitrate include beetroots and...
Where do food cravings come from – and can we stop them?
For some people, it's chocolate. For others, pizza. Or perhaps it's Chinese food, cheeseburgers or fries.
Most people experience food cravings of some type. But...
Boosting cancer treatment with vitamin B3
Scientists from the University of Minnesota have found an innovative way to improve cancer treatment using natural killer cells, our body's built-in defenders against...
This common sweet snack may cause high blood pressure
Researchers at Linköping University have found that even small amounts of licorice can raise blood pressure, a discovery that adds to the complex nature...
Is moderate drinking really good for you? New study says no
You might have heard that having a glass of wine a day is good for your health.
Many people believe that moderate drinking can help...
The myth of moderate drinking and health benefits
You've probably heard that a glass of wine a day is good for you.
This common belief, however, is based on flawed scientific research, as...
Beetroot juice is a natural remedy for high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue that can lead to serious problems like heart disease and stroke if not managed...
Red onion skin extract can reduce blood pressure, study finds
A recent study from the University of Bonn found that an extract from red onion skin could help reduce high blood pressure in overweight...