Eating less sugar and carbs may help people live longer with kidney disease
New research is offering fresh hope for people suffering from chronic kidney disease (CKD). A study from China suggests that cutting back on sugar...
Watching others eating candy can cure your cravings, study finds
Researchers from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, have discovered that watching immersive videos of candy consumption could significantly reduce cravings for the sweet treat.
The study...
Prescriptions for fruits and vegetables can improve the health of people with diabetes and...
The health of people with diabetes, hypertension and obesity improved when they could get free fruits and vegetables with a prescription from their doctors...
Cutting back on salt: a simple step for healthier blood pressure
High blood pressure, often known as hypertension, is like a sneaky villain that harms your body without you even knowing it. Imagine your heart...
Online low-carb program boosts diabetes control, study finds
Living with type 2 diabetes can be tough, especially when you live far away from a clinic or a dietitian.
A new Australian study has...
Intermittent fasting vs. low-calorie diet: which is better for preventing diabetes?
Type 2 diabetes is a medical condition where your body struggles to use insulin properly. Insulin is what helps sugar get from your bloodstream...
A handful of nuts a day keeps the heart doctor away
The Good News: Nuts for Heart Health
You've probably heard that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but did you know a handful...
Keto diet helps improve multiple sclerosis symptoms, says new study
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a health condition that messes with your brain and spinal cord. It can make you tired, numb, and affect your...
Mediterranean diet could boost platelet counts, study finds
For patients with low platelet counts—such as those undergoing chemotherapy for cancer—uncontrolled bleeding is a grave concern.
Other than transfusions, current medical interventions offer little...
Calories and kilojoules: how do we know the energy content of food, and how...
Everything we consume contains energy our bodies use to move, grow and maintain health. To work out how much energy is in different foods...