Espresso coffee could affect your cholesterol levels, study finds
Researchers from UiT The Arctic University of Norway discovered that drinking espresso coffee may affect cholesterol levels in men and women differently.
Coffee is a...
Omega-3 supplements may benefit memory functions in older people
Alzheimer's disease is a devastating neurologic disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is a progressive condition that causes the brain to shrink...
A high-fiber diet may lower your dementia risk
A recent study by researchers at the University of Tsukuba suggests that eating a diet high in fiber may help lower the risk of...
Latin dishes can be heart-healthy and still keep authentic flavors
Over the decades, traditional Latin American and Caribbean foods and flavors have won the hearts – and stomachs – of hungry people in the...
Blackcurrants can lower blood sugar after meal
Researchers from King's College London found that drinking blackcurrant extract can help reduce blood sugar and insulin levels after a meal.
What vitamin D can — and can’t — do for you
In the supplement world, vitamin D has long been the star.
For decades, it’s been touted as a cure-all supplement — a cheap, easy way...
Some low-carb diets may reduce diabetes risk, but others may raise it
A new Harvard study suggests that the quality of food, not just the amount of carbs, may affect a person's risk of Type 2...
Black coffee may help lower blood pressure
Scientists from The University of Western Australia recently have shown that drinking three cups of black tea a day can significantly lower blood pressure,...
Krill oil could boost muscle health in older people
Krill oil is similar to oceanic fish oil in that they are both rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for our health.
Diet change may bring biggest benefit for heart health
Lifestyle changes, such as eating a healthy diet, losing weight, quitting smoking, and increasing physical activity, have been shown to reduce the risk of...