Ginger brings zing to a meal – but does it do more?
Ginger is certainly an old spice, having been used in India and China perhaps 5,000 years ago.
Eating a variety of healthy diets could help you live longer
In a study from Harvard University, scientists found a variety of healthy eating patterns are linked to a reduced risk of premature death.
Vitamin D supplement linked to lower skin cancer risk
In a study from the University of Eastern Finland and elsewhere, scientists found fewer cases of melanoma were observed among regular users of vitamin...
Diets protecting blood pressure may also benefit kidney health
A recent Johns Hopkins study found people who ate the DASH diet for lowering blood pressure were at a much lower risk of developing...
Yes, intermittent fasting can boost your health, but how and when to restrict food...
On top of kickstarting a new exercise regime, the new year is traditionally a period when many people reconsider their eating habits.
In recent years,...
Brain with more vitamin D may work better, study finds
In a study from Tufts University, scientists found people with cognitive decline fare better if their brains have higher levels of vitamin D.
This research...
Extra-processed foods can be addictive, study finds
In a study from the University of Michigan and elsewhere, scientists found that just like tobacco products, highly processed foods can be addictive.
Researchers have...
Green tea supplement may cause liver damage, study finds
In a study from Rutgers University, scientists found that Long-term use of a high-dose green tea extract may protect against cancer, cardiovascular disease, obesity,...
Low vitamin D level linked to high risk of inflammation
Inflammation is an essential part of the body’s healing process.
But when it persists, it can contribute to a wide range of complex diseases including...
Vitamin B3 supplement may harm eye health, study finds
A recent study from the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai found a self-prescribed high dose of over-the-counter niacin is linked...