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This common nutrient strongly linked to Alzheimer’s, heart and liver health

Choline, an essential nutrient produced in small amounts in the liver and found in foods including eggs, broccoli, beans, meat and poultry, is a...

Potato and rice protein manages blood sugar better than whey protein

In a study from the University of Westminster, scientists found that plant-based protein shakes may be potentially viable alternatives to milk-based whey protein shakes,...

High-fat diet could harm the brain’s ability to regulate food intake

In a study from Penn State College of Medicine, scientists found regularly eating a high-fat/calorie diet could reduce the brain's ability to regulate calorie...

Drinking beetroot juice may promote healthy aging

In a study from the University of Exeter, scientists found drinking beetroot juice promotes a mix of mouth bacteria linked to healthier blood vessels...

Are plant-based meats really better for us than real meats?

In a study from The University of Sydney and elsewhere, scientists found that although plant-based meat products are generally healthier than real meat proeducts,...

Magnesium: what you need to know about this important micronutrient

There’s been a lot of chat on social media over the past few months about the importance of magnesium supplements. Many suggest that symptoms such...

Salt substitutes can reduce risks of heart attack, stroke and death

Scientists found that dietary salt substitutes lower the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death from all causes and heart disease.

Vitamin A may protect the heart from harm of obesity

In a study from Hannover Medical School in Germany, scientists found greater harm to genes involved in heart function when coupled with vitamin A...

More daily protein intake may reduce hip fracture risk in women

In a study from the University of Leeds, scientists found that increasing intake of protein and drinking regular cups of tea or coffee is...

This nutrient in your diet may reduce risk of vision loss disease

In a study from the National Eye Institute, scientists found that dietary nitrate intake is linked to a lower risk for the progression of...