Common high-protein plant Mankai could lower blood sugar after meals
In a study from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, scientists found that Mankai could help control blood sugar.
Diet soda drinkers have lower risks in colon cancer recurrence, death
In a recent study from Yale University, scientists found a link between drinking artificially sweetened beverages and a much lower risk of colon cancer...
Some low-carb diets may lower risk of type 2 diabetes
When it comes to reduced-carb diets, it may be quality, not quantity, that matters most.
In a study from Harvard University, scientists found that animal-based,...
Eating an avocado once a week may reduce heart disease risk
Avocados contain dietary fiber and monounsaturated fat, which have been linked to cardiovascular health benefits. Previous research has shown they can help lower total...
How to get the nutrients you need without eating as much red meat
What should you eat instead? And how can you ensure you’re getting enough protein, iron, zinc, and vitamin B12?
DASH diet for high blood pressure can protect kidney health
A recent study from Johns Hopkins found people who ate a diet high in nuts and legumes, low-fat dairy, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables...
Black tea may effectively prevent high blood pressure
High blood pressure could strongly increase people’s risk of heart disease.
A recent study from The University of Western Australia found drinking a cup of black...
A Christmas spice that may help reduce your blood cholesterol
Cinnamon is a popular spice at Christmas time, used to flavour everything from mulled wine to pumpkin pie.
And, unlike many Christmas foods, this one...
Artificial sweeteners may make you fat
With nearly 40% of the world’s population now classified as obese, and increasing evidence pointing to sugar as the culprit, people are turning to...
MIND diet may slow down brain aging by more than 7 years
While cognitive abilities naturally diminish as part of the normal aging process, it may be possible to take a bite out of this expected...