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Too much peanut intake may increase spread of cancer

A recent study from the University of Liverpool found that frequent intake of peanuts by cancer patients could increase the risk of cancer spread. They...

Stop hating on pasta – it actually has a healthy ratio of carbs, protein...

New year, new you, new diet. It’s a familiar refrain. One popular dieting technique is to create a food blacklist. Quitting “carbs” or packaged foods is...

This healthy diet may slow down brain aging by 7 years, study finds

While cognitive abilities naturally diminish as part of the normal aging process, it may be possible to take a bite out of this expected...

Drinking more coffee may protect liver health in people with type 2 diabetes

In a study from the University of Coimbra, scientists found that caffeine, polyphenols, and other natural products found in coffee may help reduce the...

Emotional eating is linked to heart damage

In a study from the University Hospital of Nancy in France, scientists found it's not just what we eat, but why we eat that's important for heart health.

Ginger brings zing to a meal – but does it do more?

Ginger is certainly an old spice, having been used in India and China perhaps 5,000 years ago.

Eating a variety of healthy diets could help you live longer

In a study from Harvard University, scientists found a variety of healthy eating patterns are linked to a reduced risk of premature death.

Vitamin D supplement linked to lower skin cancer risk

In a study from the University of Eastern Finland and elsewhere, scientists found fewer cases of melanoma were observed among regular users of vitamin...

Diets protecting blood pressure may also benefit kidney health

A recent Johns Hopkins study found people who ate the DASH diet for lowering blood pressure were at a much lower risk of developing...

Yes, intermittent fasting can boost your health, but how and when to restrict food...

On top of kickstarting a new exercise regime, the new year is traditionally a period when many people reconsider their eating habits. In recent years,...