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...
How fast-food restaurants in neighborhood affect your health
A study from the University of Canterbury suggests that living near fast-food restaurants could be bad for your health.
Specifically, it could lead to weight...
How a common sugar fructose contributes to obesity
A team of researchers at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus have discovered that fructose, a type of sugar found in many foods,...
Many plant-based milk alternatives are not nutritionally equivalent to cow’s milk, study finds
More people are swapping traditional cow's milk for plant-based alternatives made from oats, soy, or almonds, primarily due to health, environmental, and ethical considerations.
But...