Foods to avoid if you want to lower your blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem, especially for older adults.
It puts extra strain on the heart and can damage...
A2 milk isn’t always the answer for sensitive stomachs, Finnish study finds
Milk is a staple in many diets, but for some people it brings more discomfort than nourishment.
Bloating, cramps, and other gut issues often lead...
How zinc could replace silver in the fight against cavities
Tooth decay is the most common health problem in the world.
Billions of people live with cavities, and many suffer from the pain they cause.
While...
Fruit could help protect your lungs from air pollution
Most of us know that air pollution is harmful to our health, especially our lungs.
But new research suggests that eating plenty of fruit may...
A Nordic diet could help you live longer—and save the planet
Eating well doesn’t just benefit your health—it may also help the planet.
That’s the message from new research by Aarhus University in Denmark, which found...
Vitamin D has surprising effects on brain health in older women
A recent study from Rutgers University looked at how vitamin D affects brain function in older women.
Most people know that vitamin D is good...
Turmeric and vitamin D can control high blood pressure in type 2 diabetes
A new study from Iran has revealed that turmeric and vitamin D might help people with type 2 diabetes keep their blood pressure under...
Common supplement labels may mislead consumers
A new study from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center and Duke University Medical Center reveals that many people interpret common supplement label...
Switching to potassium-enriched salt may strongly reduce high blood pressure
A group of international health experts is urging doctors and governments to recommend a simple but powerful change—use potassium-enriched salt instead of regular table...
Potatoes may lower blood pressure without causing weight gain
Potatoes have often been blamed for weight gain and poor health, but new research shows they may actually help lower blood pressure without adding...