Should your kids take multivitamins or supplements?
Vitamins are one of the most common ways to ensure children receive essential nutrients for growing in the healthiest way possible, but over-the-counter vitamins...
Wheat gluten might affect our brains: what you should know
In simple terms, researchers from the University of Otago have found out something new and potentially important: wheat gluten might cause brain swelling in...
Eating no more than 6 teaspoons of sugar a day may improve your health
Sugar is everywhere in our food and drinks. We all know that too much sugar isn't good for us. Now, a new study gives...
The Mediterranean Diet: A path to health and sustainability in western societies
A researcher from the University of Warwick says that to promote better health within Western societies, it's essential to reshape our food culture.
This means...
Eating fruit may help reduce depression, study finds
Ever feel like having a snack but can't decide between an apple or some crisps? You might want to think about your mood.
Happier with...
Olive by-product boosts exercise performance
When we think of olives, we usually think of oil.
But there's more to olives than just oil. Recent research has shown that something usually...
Is snacking bad for your health?
If you're someone who loves to snack, you're not alone.
Many people, over 70% to be exact, report snacking at least two times a day.
But...
Vegan diet has just 30% of the environmental impact of a high-meat diet, major...
We know that meat has a substantial impact on the planet, and that plant-based diets are more environmentally sustainable.
But exactly how much impact does...
Get past its spines and reap health benefits from the prickly pear cactus
Covered in menacing needlelike spines, the prickly pear cactus demands to be treated with care.
In return, it will reward you with a juicy neon...
Breaking down food: a closer look at what you eat
Food provides energy and nutrients that are essential for your health. These include proteins, carbohydrates, and fats (called macronutrients), and vitamins and minerals (called...