Regular nut eating linked to lower risk of chronic kidney disease and lower death...
Chronic kidney disease (CKD) refers to a condition in which your kidneys are damaged and unable to filter blood properly.
The main risk factors for...
Prebiotic dietary supplement may help combat fatty liver disease
Fatty liver disease, a prevalent metabolic disease, can evolve into cirrhosis or even hepatocellular carcinoma (liver cancer) if left untreated.
New research from the University...
Vitamin D works differently based on your weight
Vitamin D is important. It helps our body absorb vital minerals, like calcium and magnesium. We get some of it from the sun, but...
Eating whole grains keeps you healthy as you age
A group of scientists from Tufts University has found some exciting news. If you are in your middle age or older, eating at least...
Moderate protein intake key to longevity, study suggests
A balanced diet with moderate protein content could be crucial for a long, healthy life, according to a new study published in GeroScience by...
The vitamin D dilemma: too many tests, not enough sunlight
Do you know why we're told to play in the sun? It's because of a very important vitamin called vitamin D. Our body makes it when we're in the sunlight.
Multivitamin supplementation may benefit older men
Daily multivitamin/multimineral supplementation can positively affect key nutrition biomarkers in healthy older men.
Daily multivitamin supplements improve memory in older people
Scientists find that daily multivitamin supplements can improve memory and slow cognitive decline in older adults.
Understanding probiotics: a guide to their safety
Probiotics: The Basics
Let's start with a question: what are probiotics? Well, they are live bacteria and yeasts that are good for your health, especially...
Ultra-processed foods: bread may be considered one, but that doesn’t mean it’s all bad
Humans have been eating bread in some form for centuries. But modern bread is a far cry from the bread of the past.
In its...