The power of prebiotics: boosting gut health with your diet
Did you know that what you eat can help the friendly bacteria living in your stomach?
These tiny friends, often called gut bacteria, need good...
Probiotics: a promising weapon against toxic shock syndrome
We're often worried about getting sick from germs we come into contact with, but some harmful microbes can already be inside our bodies.
A nasty...
A cup of special herbal tea could boost breast milk, Thai study shows
Have you ever heard of a magic tea that can help new mothers produce more breast milk? Sounds unusual, right?
But, that's exactly what researchers...
A good fat: Omega-3 may help fight against obesity
We've all heard that omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish and certain nuts and seeds, are good for our health.
But did you know they...
Omega-3 fatty acids may protect lung health, study finds
A large study in healthy adults, supported by the National Institutes of Health, provides the strongest evidence to date that omega-3 fatty acids, found...
How to get vitamin D without spending too much time in the sun
Vitamin D is vital for numerous bodily functions.
While sunlight is the primary source of vitamin D, record high temperatures this summer may dissuade people...
Does artificial sweetener aspartame really cause cancer? What the WHO listing means for your...
The International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), which is the specialised cancer agency of the World Health Organization, has declared aspartame may be...
The longevity diet: unveiling the key pillars for a longer, healthier life
Scientists from the University of Southern California, led by Professor Valter Longo, have embarked on a comprehensive research endeavor to shed light on the...
Scientists find a surprising link between vitamin B and dementia
Dementia is a disease that affects the brain. It can cause difficulties with memory, thinking clearly, and behavior. Older adults usually suffer from dementia,...
The early bird beats diabetes: the impact of meal timing on health
In a recent study, it was discovered that having breakfast after 9 a.m. can increase your risk of getting type 2 diabetes by 59%.
This...