Dietary antioxidants may help prevent Alzheimer’s disease, study finds
In a groundbreaking study, researchers from the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine have identified a potential link between dietary antioxidants and the prevention...
Can one avocado a day reduce belly fat? Study says no
Scientists from Tufts University and other institutions have found that eating one avocado per day does not significantly reduce belly fat.
Abdominal obesity refers to...
This lesser-known olive oil may help protect your heart
Scientists from the Spanish National Research Council have found that olive pomace oil in the diet may help lower blood cholesterol levels.
Nearly two in...
Too much vitamin B3? How niacin nearly blinded a man
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is a vitamin that people sometimes take to lower their cholesterol or manage high levels of fat in...
A simple salt substitute can protect your heart and blood pressure
Many Americans eat too much salt without even realizing it. This can lead to high blood pressure, which raises the risk of heart disease,...
Capsule or powder? Probiotics may influence memory and mood in different ways
Probiotics are often promoted for gut health, but scientists are increasingly discovering that these “good bacteria” may also affect the brain.
A new study from...
Intermittent fasting may not deliver the weight loss many expect, review finds
Intermittent fasting has become one of the most popular weight-loss trends in recent years, promoted widely on social media and by lifestyle influencers.
But a...
Chinese heart-healthy eating plan cuts blood pressure in just 4 weeks
Scientists from Peking University and collaborating institutions have found that a heart-healthy Chinese diet may significantly reduce high blood pressure.
High blood pressure, or hypertension,...
Broccoli: The green powerhouse for your health
We’ve all heard the advice, “Eat your greens.” But what makes some green vegetables stand out from the rest?
One clear contender is broccoli—a familiar...
Best diets to lower high blood pressure, according to science
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that significantly increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and other cardiovascular problems.
Alongside medication and...