How caffeine can affect risk of Parkinson’s disease
In a striking revelation, researchers have illuminated the role of regular caffeine intake, through coffee or tea, in significantly lowering the risk of developing...
Caffeine may help you reduce body fat and type 2 diabetes risk
Recent research highlights a potential connection between high blood caffeine levels, body fat reduction, and a decreased risk of type 2 diabetes, as published...
How grapes can benefit your gut health
Imagine a bustling city inside your stomach and intestines, where billions of tiny creatures live, work, and interact.
This isn’t science fiction, but a description...
Should I be getting my vitamin D levels checked?
Australia has seen a surge in vitamin D testing of children, with similar trends reported for adults around the world. GPs are now being...
Scientists find 3 genes linked to being a vegetarian
Choosing to go vegetarian is often perceived as a straightforward dietary preference or a conscious moral choice.
However, a recent Northwestern Medicine study explores a...
Why dark chocolate may benefit your blood pressure
We all have a soft spot for chocolate, a beloved, sweet indulgence. But what if our favorite treat also came with a bonus—being beneficial...
How to tackle high blood pressure with vitamins
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a familiar term for many people around the globe. It is a critical health concern that impacts numerous...
How a high-salt diet affects your kidney health
Salt: a common ingredient in our kitchens, familiar and seemingly harmless, yet it conceals a potential influence on our health that we might not...
Finding the healthiest cooking fats for your cholesterol
A Heart-Healthy Kitchen: Understanding Cholesterol
Cholesterol can sometimes feel like an uninvited guest in our body, especially as we navigate through various delicious cooking and...
How drinking coffee can affect your kidney health
Scientists have always been curious about the world – and our bodies.
A team from the University of Toronto, with Ahmed El-Sohemy steering the research...