How nitrate-rich vegetables can protect your heart
Heart disease remains the number one cause of death around the world, claiming nearly 18 million lives each year. While this alarming number is...
Low vitamin D levels linked to higher inflammation
Inflammation is a natural part of how our bodies respond to injury or infection. When you get a cut, catch a cold, or have...
Missing nutrient may play a key role in Alzheimer’s disease and brain health
Choline is an important nutrient that most people don’t think about—but it plays a major role in keeping our bodies and brains healthy. While...
Eating these food may help prevent age-related vision loss
A new study from the National Eye Institute has found that eating foods high in dietary nitrates—mainly from vegetables—may lower the risk of advanced...
Scientists warn: Toxic metal in chocolate could harm future generations
When you reach for a chocolate bar, you might not think twice.
But scientists say it’s time to reconsider. Some brands of chocolate contain worrying...
20 grams of nuts a day could help you live longer, study finds
A recent study from Imperial College London and other research centers has found that eating just a small amount of nuts each day—about 20...
This type of food is linked to faster brain decline, study finds
Ultra-processed foods are a major part of modern diets, especially in places like the United States, where they make up almost 60% of the...
Calcium supplements may be risky for people with this heart problem
A new study from the Cleveland Clinic has found that calcium supplements, often recommended to older adults to prevent weak bones and fractures, may...
Can people with diabetes eat fruit? yes—here’s how to do it safely
Living with diabetes often means being extra careful about what you eat, especially when it comes to sugar. This can make people wonder: “Can...
Drinking black tea daily may help lower blood pressure, study finds
A new study from The University of Western Australia has found that drinking black tea regularly could help lower blood pressure, offering a simple...