Lack of zinc may increase risk of high blood pressure
In a recent study published in the American Journal of Physiology — Renal Physiology, researchers found lower-than-normal zinc levels may contribute to high blood...
This stuff in many vegetables can fight fatty liver disease
In a new study from Texas A&M University, researchers found a natural compound in many vegetables called indole may fight fatty liver disease.
They found...
Why eating nuts, seeds and plant oils may lower your death risk
In a new study from Tehran University of Medical Sciences, researchers found a high intake of alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)—found mainly in nuts, seeds, and...
Highly processed foods may lead to memory loss in older brain
In a new study from The Ohio State University, researchers found four weeks on a diet of highly processed food led to a strong...
This ‘hunger hormone’ can improve heart health and metabolism
In a new study from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev and Harvard, researchers found fasting levels of the "hunger hormone" ghrelin rebound after weight...
Beetroot may protect against high blood pressure
In a recent study published in the journal Hypertension, researchers found that eating a small amount of beetroot may help prevent high blood pressure...
Rye a better choice than wheat for weight loss
In a new study from Chalmers University of Technology, researchers found eating whole grain rye products instead of refined wheat alternatives can offer worthwhile...
Eating carbs may benefit women’s heart health
In a new study from Monash University, researchers found moderate carbohydrate intake and not saturated fat could provide a heart health benefits to women.
Cardiovascular...
Hydrogel tablet could purify contaminated river water in an hour
Researchers have created a new hydrogel tablet that can rapidly purify contaminated water.
One tablet can disinfect a liter of river water and make it...
How to recognize and treat alcohol problems
Some people enjoy an occasional glass of wine with dinner. Others might grab a beer while watching a football game. Most people drink alcohol...