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...
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...
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...
These snacks can effectively cut your “bad” cholesterol levels
In a new study from Mayo Clinic, researchers found a suite of ready-to-eat bioactive snacks can meaningfully reduce cholesterol in patients unwilling or unable...
Fasting for irritable bowel syndrome: What you need to know
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a group of symptoms that occur together, including repeated pain in your abdomen and changes in your bowel movements, which may...
This diet linked to lower death risk in older people
In a new study from the University of Barcelona, researchers found eating a Mediterranean diet for a long time is associated with a lower...
Vitamin D plays a big role in fighting infections
In a new study from the University of Eastern Finland, researchers highlight the benefits of a good vitamin D status in fighting infections.
The researchers...
Today’s hot topic: Should you let chile peppers spice up your meals?
For thousands of years, people have picked up chile peppers to provide their diets with pizazz.
There's no doubt chile peppers are packed with flavor.
They...
How processed meat impacts your lung function
Recent studies find unhealthy dietary patterns are associated with poor lung function.
Higher processed meat consumption is associated with poorer lung function, especially in males who...
Kombucha’s side effects: Is it bad for you?
Kombucha is a fermented, lightly effervescent, sweetened black or green tea drink commonly consumed for its purported health benefits.
Sometimes the beverage is called kombucha...