These daily vegetables linked to lower Alzheimer’s risk
A new study from RUSH University in Chicago has found that eating a diet rich in green leafy vegetables, along with other healthy foods...
Even more expensive coffee prices are brewing, but there are some good reasons why
What's going on in the coffee industry?
Roasters and cafe operators are faced with rising costs that, when passed onto consumers, threaten to bring to...
How fish oil pills benefit people with high genetic risk of Alzheimer’s
A clinical trial at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) has found that fish oil supplements may benefit a specific group of older adults...
Diet and Alzheimer’s: What is the link?
Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. It is the most common cause of dementia in older adults...
Health benefits and risks of dairy fats
Dairy fats, found in products like milk, cheese, butter, and yogurt, are a staple in many diets around the world. These fats have been...
Eating vegetables full of this nutrient can lower heart disease risk
Nitrate is known to provide several health benefits, such as reducing blood pressure and protecting blood vessels. Foods rich in nitrate include beetroots and...
Where do food cravings come from – and can we stop them?
For some people, it's chocolate. For others, pizza. Or perhaps it's Chinese food, cheeseburgers or fries.
Most people experience food cravings of some type. But...
Boosting cancer treatment with vitamin B3
Scientists from the University of Minnesota have found an innovative way to improve cancer treatment using natural killer cells, our body's built-in defenders against...
This common sweet snack may cause high blood pressure
Researchers at Linköping University have found that even small amounts of licorice can raise blood pressure, a discovery that adds to the complex nature...
Is moderate drinking really good for you? New study says no
You might have heard that having a glass of wine a day is good for your health.
Many people believe that moderate drinking can help...