Mediterranean diet plus physical activity may prevent disability in older people
When older people are admitted to the hospital, they often have a hard time doing things they used to do easily, like getting dressed...
Protein in milk may improve wound healing
Have you ever had a cut or a scrape and wondered how you could heal faster? A new study suggests that the answer might...
Beetroot juice is a natural remedy for high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common but severe health condition affecting millions worldwide.
When blood pushes too forcefully against the walls of your...
How balanced protein intake impacts metabolic health and aging
The age-old saying "You are what you eat" rings truer than ever. It's been proven that the type of food we eat impacts our...
Ultra-processed foods increase death risk in people with type 2 diabetes
The first advice given to those diagnosed with type 2 diabetes typically involves adopting a healthy and nutritious diet.
However, new research suggests that diet...
DASH diet is perfect for your heart health
The DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet, developed in part at Pennington Biomedical Research Center, received a perfect score as the most heart-healthy...
MIND diet has ‘short-term’ impact on cognitive function
The MIND diet is a way of eating that scientists believe could help your brain stay healthy as you age.
This diet has a funny...
Colorful diets can protect your heart: the power of carotenes
Heart problems are often caused by a condition called atherosclerosis. This condition happens when fat, especially the "bad" type of fat called LDL cholesterol,...
Low-carb vegan diet provides similar health benefits to vegetarian diet
Eating the right food can help keep us healthy. But did you know that what we eat can also affect the environment?
According to new...
How a veggie-filled diet could boost your heart health
The heart is a vital organ in our body. It's like the engine of a car, and just like a car, it needs the...