Eating red and processed meat may increase heart disease risk
A recent study found that a greater intake of red and processed meat is associated with worse heart function.
Healthy plant-based diets may lower colorectal cancer risk in men
Colorectal cancer is the third-most common cancer worldwide, and the risk of developing colorectal cancer over a lifetime is one in 23 for men and...
Eating breakfast before 8:30 am may reduce your diabetes risk
A recent study at Northwestern University found that people who start eating before 8:30 a.m. had lower blood sugar levels and less insulin resistance,...
Oranges may hold the key to reducing obesity and diabetes
A recent study from Western University found a molecule in sweet oranges and tangerines called nobiletin may help reduce obesity and prevent diabetes and...
Lingonberry juice may lower blood pressure, protect blood vessels
In a recent study, scientists found that long-term drinking of lingonberry juice lowers high blood pressure and improves the function of blood vessels.
At some...
A new supplement may help control diabetes, lower blood sugar
Type 2 diabetes is a disease whereby the body is unable to control the level of sugar in the blood because of defects in...
Whole grains may protect your blood pressure, blood sugar, waist size
A recent study from Tufts University found that middle- to older-aged adults who ate at least three servings of whole grains daily had smaller...
Low-salt DASH diet could help reduce heart attack, heart failure risks
DASH diet and low sodium consumption, can reduce heart disease risk factors in a relatively short time period.
Berries, apples and tea may help prevent Alzheimer’s
In a study from Tufts University, scientists found older adults who consumed small amounts of flavonoid-rich foods, such as berries, apples and tea, were...
Avocados are good for your heart health
Avocados contain high amounts of fiber, potassium, magnesium, folate, vitamin C and vitamin K.
The fruit is a known source of healthy, unsaturated fats and...