A very low-carb diet could prevent heart disease, diabetes in older people
Older adults with obesity are at a particularly high risk of developing cardio-metabolic diseases such as type 2 diabetes and heart disease.
In a study...
Low-carb diet may lower blood sugar in people with prediabetes
Approximately 37 million Americans have diabetes, a condition that occurs when the body doesn’t use insulin properly and can’t regulate blood sugar levels.
Type 2 diabetes...
Animal protein is better for aging muscles than plant protein
The number of vegans in the UK has quadrupled since 2006, meaning that there are around 600,000 vegans in Great Britain.
While scientists know plant-based...
Omega-3 fats may help control impulsive, aggressive behaviour
Omega-3 is important for healthy brain and body function and can be obtained from certain foods, such as oily fish.
In a study from the...
Scientists find an important cause for chronic 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...
Cinnamon could help reduce body temperature, cool stomach
In a study from RMIT's School of Engineering, scientists found adding cinnamon to your diet can cool your body by up to two degrees.
Black licorice is a candy that should inspire caution
If you ask a health expert, expect a serious conversation – because eating lots of black licorice can cause complications that are life-threaten.
Cinnamon may improve blood sugar in people with prediabetes
It is estimated that nearly 90 million people in the United States have prediabetes, which occurs when blood sugar levels are higher than normal and often...
Can you get addicted to sleep supplement melatonin?
Can you be addicted to chocolate? What about Pilates or checking your email?
Although many of us use the word "addiction" fairly casually, from a...
Sedentary lifestyle and high-sugar diet more harmful to men
Scientists found the first evidence in humans that short-term lifestyle changes can disrupt the response to insulin in blood vessels.