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How omega-3s protect your heart health

Omega-3 fatty acids are often called "good fats" for a reason—they are essential for your body and play a big role in keeping your...

Vitamin D can improve memory but slow down reactions in older adults

Vitamin D, a vital nutrient for maintaining strong bones, may also affect memory and brain function in older adults. A recent study from Rutgers University...

Can potatoes increase your blood pressure?

Potatoes are a popular food around the world, but how they’re prepared may influence their impact on health. A recent study from Imperial College...

This nutrient in daily diet could help prevent Alzheimer’s disease

Scientists have discovered that a lifelong diet rich in choline, a nutrient found in many foods and available as a supplement, might help prevent...

Most Americans don’t know drinking alcohol raises cancer risk, study finds

A new survey shows that many Americans don’t realize drinking alcohol can increase the risk of cancer. While the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention...

This oil may boost muscle strength and size in older people

A study conducted by scientists at the University of Glasgow suggests that krill oil supplements can help improve muscle strength and size in healthy...

Top supplements to keep your heart healthy

Heart disease is a major concern for many people around the world. While a healthy diet, regular exercise, and avoiding smoking are key to reducing...

Why eating late can harm your health: New study reveals risks

We’ve often heard that eating an early, light dinner is better for health, and now science backs it up. A study by researchers from the...

Common artificial sweetener is linked to anxiety across generations

A recent study from Florida State University has found a surprising connection between aspartame, a popular artificial sweetener, and anxiety. Aspartame is commonly used...

What is methanol? How does it get into drinks and cause harm

Two Australian teenagers are severely ill in hospital in Thailand after experiencing suspected methanol poisoning while they were traveling in Laos. The pair are reportedly...