Turmeric: here’s how it actually measures up to health claims
Turmeric has been used by humans for more than 4,000 years. As well as cooking and cosmetics, it’s been a staple of the traditional...
The cooking method of potatoes could affect blood pressure
Scientists have a fresh scoop on potatoes. A group of researchers from Imperial College London have found something interesting about our beloved potatoes.
They discovered...
Low-carb diet may help lower blood sugar, prevent type 2 diabetes
Often, people treated for diabetes are advised to follow a low-carb diet.
But, does this advice hold true for those who have diabetes or prediabetes,...
Too much sugar bad for gut health: New findings
Inflammatory Bowel Disease, or IBD, is a disorder where your gut, or intestines, gets inflamed or swells up.
This is a big problem for many...
How do meat-free meals affect your mood and fullness?
A big team of brain scientists has looked at whether eating meals without meat can change how full and happy you feel.
They have just...
Probiotics: Tiny helpers for a healthy heart?
Griffith University's scientists in Australia have made an exciting discovery.
They have found a link between taking probiotics and a lower risk of heart disease....
Drinking beetroot juice could lower blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a major health problem that affects millions of people around the world.
When blood pushes too hard against the...
Vitamin D deficiency linked to increased heart disease risk
Researchers from the University of South Australia have recently found genetic evidence that highlights the critical role of Vitamin D in heart health, suggesting...
Scientists find a new cause of diabetes
Beta cells in the pancreas are vital as they produce insulin which helps to regulate blood sugar levels.
But not all beta cells are the...
Vitamin D may reduce diabetes risk for more than 10 million people with prediabetes
What is Vitamin D?
Vitamin D is unique. It's a nutrient that we can both take in from our diets and produce in our bodies...