6 foods to avoid if you have anxiety
We all experience stress and anxiety from time to time.
In those moments, it can be tempting to quell emotions with food. For some, food...
Vitamin B could help treat drug-resistant high blood pressure
In a new study from the University of Maine and elsewhere, researchers found using B vitamins to lower homocysteine levels is an effective means...
Best food to counter the effects of air pollution
I’ve been reading about the terrible effects of air pollution for a long time and am thrilled there’s something we can do other than...
Do lentils raise blood sugar?
Lentils: A food every diabetic should look into.
Lentils are high in fiber, and complex carbohydrates, while low in fat and calories. Their high protein...
Which is a better breakfast—cereal or oatmeal?
The remarkable impact of the structure of food beyond nutritional content or composition.
It’s crazy how the same product can have such different effects on...
Are tomatoes good for people with diabetes?
Tomatoes are the major dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which has been linked to many health benefits, including reduced risk of heart disease and...
Alcohol can raise cancer risk, but most Americans don’t know
In a new study from the University of Virginia, researchers found that most American adults don't know that alcohol boosts cancer risk, but a...
What’s the difference between sugar, other natural sweeteners and artificial sweeteners?
A quick walk down the drink aisle of any corner store reveals the incredible ingenuity of food scientists in search of sweet flavors.
In some...
Why plant-based diets can help control rheumatoid arthritis
Rheumatoid arthritis, or RA, is an autoimmune and inflammatory disease.
It means that your immune system attacks healthy cells in your body by mistake, causing inflammation...
How to drink water to lose weight
Sufficient water intake helps in flushing out toxins from the body and gives a boost to the metabolism.
Studies of older adults have shown that...