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Too much salt may trigger brain inflammation and stubborn high blood pressure

For years, doctors have believed that high blood pressure mainly starts in the kidneys and blood vessels. But a new study from McGill University suggests...

This nutrient may protect women against Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, a brain condition that slowly destroys memory and thinking skills. It affects millions of people around...

Scientists create customizable 3D-printed foods for dysphagia patients

For many older adults and people with certain health conditions, something as simple as swallowing food can become a daily challenge. This condition, called dysphagia,...

Vegan or meat? Study finds it doesn’t matter for muscle building

A new study has shown that when it comes to building muscle, it doesn’t matter whether your protein comes from plants or animals. Researchers at...

High doses of vitamin D don’t prevent diabetes in older adults

A new study from the University of Eastern Finland found that taking large daily doses of vitamin D for five years did not lower...

Black coffee may help you live longer, study shows

Drinking coffee might do more than just help you wake up in the morning—it could also help you live longer, especially if you skip...

How vitamin b12 could help fight inflammation

A new study has found that vitamin B12 may help lower inflammation in the body, which is linked to many serious health problems. Inflammation plays...

A cup of leafy greens a day keeps heart doctor away

Heart disease is the number one cause of death around the world, responsible for nearly 18 million deaths each year. Many things can raise your...

Why fasting works for some people but not others

Fasting is often seen as a quick way to lose weight, especially when paired with a low-carb, high-fat ketogenic diet. But new research from the...

What ultra-processed foods really do to your health

Ultraprocessed foods, or UPFs, are now a major part of what many people eat every day. These are foods that go through a lot of...