This plant-based fat may lower type 2 diabetes risk
A recent study by scientists at the Chinese Academy of Sciences suggests that a type of fat found in plants, called linoleic acid, may...
Foods to avoid for high blood pressure in seniors
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue for seniors and can lead to serious problems like heart disease, stroke, and kidney...
Is Intermittent fasting good for older adults?
Intermittent fasting, a way of eating that cycles between periods of eating and not eating, has become increasingly popular in recent years. It’s often...
Cocoa may help lower blood pressure, study finds
A recent study from the University of Surrey has found that cocoa flavanols, compounds found in cocoa, can reduce blood pressure and arterial stiffness—but...
Vitamin deficiency may be why you’re so tired
Feeling drained and lethargic is common: A 2022 national survey found that 13.5% of U.S. adults said they felt “very tired” or “exhausted” most...
10 superfoods for people after 60
As we age, our bodies undergo changes that can affect our energy levels, immunity, and overall health. The good news is that nutrition can...
How potatoes affect you blood pressure health
Potatoes are a favorite food for many people around the world, but some worry about how eating them might impact health, particularly blood pressure...
Can antioxidants slow down aging?
Aging is a natural part of life, but who wouldn’t want to age more gracefully and feel healthier along the way? Antioxidants are often...
How diet significantly shapes your gut health
The food we eat has a profound impact on the bacteria living in our gut, known as the gut microbiome. This community of microorganisms...
How turmeric can help seniors fight inflammation
Inflammation is the body’s natural way of protecting itself, like when you get a cut and it turns red and swollen.
But sometimes, inflammation sticks...