One cup of leafy greens every day may prevent heart disease
According to a recent study from Edith Cowan University, consuming just one cup of nitrate-rich vegetables per day can strongly lower the risk of...
Mediterranean diet lowers heart disease and death risk in women by nearly 25%
In a new study, researchers have found that following a Mediterranean diet can significantly reduce a woman's risk of cardiovascular disease and death by...
Food rich in flavonoids could protect you from dementia
Researchers from Edith Cowan University found that eating flavonoid-rich foods such as apples and tea may protect against dementia.
Dementia is a progressive and irreversible...
Caffeine may play a role in your gut health, study finds
Scientists at Brigham and Women's Hospital have been studying how certain cells in the gut can contribute to inflammatory bowel disease (IBD).
IBD is a...
This common plant nutrient may help lower blood pressure
Quercetin, a plant pigment found in many fruits and vegetables, may help control high blood pressure, according to a study by scientists at the...
Eating strawberries could help prevent Alzheimer’s disease
Scientists from Rush University discovered that eating strawberries as a snack can help protect the brain from Alzheimer's disease.
Alzheimer's disease is a progressive brain...
Drinking two or more cups of coffee may harm the heart in some people
A recent study found that drinking two or more cups of coffee a day can double the risk of death from heart disease for...
A new diet for people with bipolar disorder
Scientists from Penn State found that a specific diet could help people with bipolar disorder manage their mood swings better.
Bipolar disorder is a mental...
High-carb diet could increase insomnia in older women
Consuming a diet high in refined carbohydrates may increase the risk of developing insomnia and reduce the quality of sleep.
Why chocolate could help improve cognitive function
According to a study conducted by scientists from the University of L'Aquila, cocoa and chocolate can have numerous health benefits, especially when it comes...