Best protein source for your kidney health
A study from the Chinese University of Hong Kong found soy protein is the best for kidney function.
The study is published in Clinical Biochemistry...
How much tuna can I eat a week before I need to worry about...
For as little as A$1 a tin, canned tuna is an excellent, affordable source of protein, polyunsaturated fats, and other nutrients. A tin of...
How to prevent liver disease with diet and lifestyle changes
The liver has many important functions, including digesting your food and processing and distributing nutrients.
There are many kinds of liver diseases and conditions. Some,...
Plant-based omega-3s may lower your heart disease risk
A new study from Penn State found that the major plant-based version of omega-3, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), can benefit heart health and reduce the...
Healthy home cooking equals a healthy mind, study finds
A new study from Edith Cowan University found being confident in the kitchen is not only good for your taste buds: it's also good...
This common sugar in American diet may lead to fatty liver disease
In a recent study, researchers found that consuming high amounts of fructose may promote nonalcoholic fatty liver disease by damaging the intestinal barrier.
Fructose is...
Vitamin C may help treat cognitive impairment in older people
In a new study from Flinders University, researchers found cognitive impairment among older hospitalized people could be the result of low vitamin C levels.
The...
Seaweed salad could help reduce high blood pressure, metabolic syndrome
In a study from the University of South Carolina, researchers found dietary seaweed could help reverse metabolic syndrome.
Metabolic syndrome is a cluster of conditions...
These nutrients can improve your brain health, cognitive function
Lutein and zeaxanthin are yellow carotenoid antioxidants known as macular pigments.
They are concentrated in the macula, the central part of your retina, which is a...
This supplement may help prevent vision loss in older people
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is an eye disease that can blur the center of your vision.
If you have intermediate AMD in 1 or both...