Vitamin D works differently based on your weight
Vitamin D is important. It helps our body absorb vital minerals, like calcium and magnesium. We get some of it from the sun, but...
Eating whole grains keeps you healthy as you age
A group of scientists from Tufts University has found some exciting news. If you are in your middle age or older, eating at least...
Ultra-processed foods tied to faster cognitive decline
Ultra-processed foods, which are made mostly from substances extracted from foods, like fats, starches, added sugars, and hydrogenated fats, often contain additives like artificial...
Moderate protein intake key to longevity, study suggests
A balanced diet with moderate protein content could be crucial for a long, healthy life, according to a new study published in GeroScience by...
Skipping dinner? it might keep your sugar levels in check
Eating habits greatly affect our health. One interesting eating pattern is called "intermittent fasting." This is when you eat for some hours of the...
Scientists find a big cause of nerve damage in people with diabetes
A new study suggests that patients with diabetes, who also suffer from vitamin D deficiency, have an increased risk of nerve damage known as...
The vitamin D dilemma: too many tests, not enough sunlight
Do you know why we're told to play in the sun? It's because of a very important vitamin called vitamin D. Our body makes it when we're in the sunlight.
Multivitamin supplementation may benefit older men
Daily multivitamin/multimineral supplementation can positively affect key nutrition biomarkers in healthy older men.
Daily multivitamin supplements improve memory in older people
Scientists find that daily multivitamin supplements can improve memory and slow cognitive decline in older adults.
Understanding probiotics: a guide to their safety
Probiotics: The Basics
Let's start with a question: what are probiotics? Well, they are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your health, especially...