Vegan diet high in legumes can help you lose weight, study finds
Most people are aware that switching to a vegan diet can be beneficial for their health. A new 16-week study by the Physicians Committee...
Lower your cancer risk with easy diet changes
You have the power to reduce your risk for cancer. With a few lifestyle changes and perseverance, you can be well on your way...
A diet high in protein, zinc and niacin may benefit your blood vessel health
A study conducted in Israel and presented at the European Congress on Obesity has found that specific nutrients can have a significant impact on...
Scientists find ‘magnificent six’ foods for a happy heart
What Are the 'Magnificent Six'?
Researchers have identified six foods that could be your heart's best friends: fruits, vegetables, legumes (like beans and lentils), nuts,...
Microgreens: the health-giving shoots explained
Many of us germinated cress seeds on a bit of wet tissue at primary school, giving us a first introduction to edible microgreens.
Recent interest...
Peanuts and cancer: what you should know
We all love peanuts. They're crunchy, delicious, and often show up on lists of healthy snacks.
But new research from the University of Liverpool suggests...
Processed foods are key to developing obesity, study finds
A comprehensive study conducted by researchers at the University of Sydney's Charles Perkins Centre has bolstered the Protein Leverage Hypothesis as a significant factor...
These green vegetables can keep your heart healthy
Heart issues are the top reason people die all around the world, taking nearly 18 million lives every year. Many things can mess with...
Herbs and spices can replace excess fat, sugar, and salt in diet, protecting health
In a groundbreaking effort to make American comfort foods healthier without sacrificing taste, a team of researchers at Penn State has discovered that substituting...
Common vitamins and air pollution may work together to increase dementia risk, study finds
Imagine the air we breathe could impact how well our brains work as we get older. A recent Swedish study adds weight to this...