Nutritionist offers advice on how to choose and use iron supplements
Iron deficiency is common and can be debilitating. It mainly affects women.
One in three premenopausal women are low in iron compared to just 5%...
Why the Mediterranean diet is more than just healthy eating
The Mediterranean diet is more than a way of eating—it's a lifestyle that many people believe we've lost in today's fast-paced world.
This diet, rich...
Pesco-vegetarian diets may help elderly live longer, study suggests
A new study suggests that following a pesco-vegetarian diet—a vegetarian diet that includes fish—might be the best option for reducing the risk of death...
Mediterranean diet supplement may help slow down aging, study suggests
As people live longer, there’s growing interest in finding safe and effective ways to promote healthy aging.
One area of focus is diet, as poor...
How bitter polyphenols help regulate blood sugar and reduce diabetes risk
Polyphenols, natural compounds found in plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, seeds, coffee, and tea, are known for their strong bitter taste.
Although our bodies don't...
Why eating seaweed might help prevent Parkinson’s disease
Eating the seaweed Ecklonia cava may be able to slow down or prevent Parkinson's disease, according to a 2024 study.
Researchers found that antioxidants in...
Fasting may increase cancer risk, MIT study finds
Fasting and low-calorie diets have been praised for their potential health benefits, including delaying age-related diseases and extending lifespan.
However, a recent study by MIT...
This type of food may harm your cognitive health
Ultra-processed foods have become a staple in many people's diets, especially in the United States, where they make up a significant portion of daily...
This common artificial sweetener linked to higher anxiety
A recent study from Florida State University has raised concerns about the widely used artificial sweetener aspartame, commonly found in diet foods and drinks.
The...
How B vitamins might help lower tough high blood pressure
A recent study from the University of Maine and other institutions has shed light on the potential benefits of B vitamins in lowering blood...