Scientists find banned substances in many sports supplements
When you pick up a sports supplement, you may assume that what's on the label is what you're actually ingesting.
However, a recent study has...
The vital role of vitamin D in healthy aging
As we grow older, our bodies require more care to maintain our overall health and vitality.
One crucial aspect of this care is ensuring we...
Fermented vegetables benefits gut health, study suggests
Fermented foods, such as kimchi and sauerkraut, may indeed have a beneficial effect on gut health, according to a recent study conducted by a...
Sustainable diets linked to lower death risk, study finds
Eating for the planet might just be the key to a longer, healthier life, suggests new research.
A study found that individuals who ate a...
Scientists find how to ease Parkinson’s disease early with snacks
For many people, constipation is just a minor health issue, often due to a less-than-ideal diet or insufficient hydration.
But sometimes, it can signal something...
The power of prebiotics: boosting gut health with your diet
Did you know that what you eat can help the friendly bacteria living in your stomach?
These tiny friends, often called gut bacteria, need good...
Probiotics: a promising weapon against toxic shock syndrome
We're often worried about getting sick from germs we come into contact with, but some harmful microbes can already be inside our bodies.
A nasty...
A good fat: Omega-3 may help fight against obesity
We've all heard that omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish and certain nuts and seeds, are good for our health.
But did you know they...
Omega-3 fatty acids may protect lung health, study finds
A large study in healthy adults, supported by the National Institutes of Health, provides the strongest evidence to date that omega-3 fatty acids, found...
How to get vitamin D without spending too much time in the sun
Vitamin D is vital for numerous bodily functions.
While sunlight is the primary source of vitamin D, record high temperatures this summer may dissuade people...