Sugar-sweetened drinks may increase early death in type 2 diabetes
A new study led by researchers at Harvard found that high consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) was linked to a higher risk of premature...
How to be sushi smart: tips on avoiding anisakis disease
From sushi and sashimi (Japan) to poke bowls (Hawaii) and ceviche (Peru), consumption of raw or undercooked fish and other seafood is becoming increasingly...
A healthy diet may protect against prostate cancer
There was a study conducted by scientists in Spain to see how different types of diets could affect a man's risk of getting prostate...
Vitamin B3 may protect you from skin cancer
A team of scientists from the University of Sydney recently conducted a study and found that vitamin B3, also known as nicotinamide, may be...
A vegan diet high in legume could help you lose weight
In a study from the Physicians Committee, scientists have found that following a vegan diet that is high in legumes could be an effective...
Managing stress with food and alcohol may increase lifelong weight gain
A study by Finnish Institute for Health and Welfare has found that using food or alcohol to manage stress can lead to weight gain over time.
Cranberry juice can prevent recurrent UTIs, but only for some people
Most UTIs are effectively and easily treated with antibiotics. Sometimes just one dose of antibiotics can resolve the infection. Unfortunately, for some people, UTIs keep coming back.
Plant-based low-carb diet can benefit people with type 2 diabetes
A new study from Harvard suggests that following a low-carbohydrate diet primarily composed of plant-based foods could lower the risk of premature death in...
Drinking any sugary beverages may increase your risk of type 2 diabetes
Sugar-sweetened beverages, such as soft drinks and fruit juices, have been linked to an increased risk of type 2 diabetes in a new study...
How to cut back on sodium to protect your blood pressure
People across the globe are consuming much more sodium than they should.
And based on current recommendations, Americans shouldn't be having more than 2,300 milligrams of sodium each...