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This high-protein plant may help improve blood sugar

In a recent study published in Diabetes Care, researchers found Mankai, a new high-protein aquatic plant strain of duckweed, could help control blood sugar levels...

This protein could help build strong muscles more effectively

It is known that animal proteins like milk are an excellent source for muscle growth. They provide a useful comparison for testing other protein...

Drink coffee after breakfast, not before, for better blood sugar control

In a new study from the University of Bath, researchers found that a strong, black coffee to wake you up after a bad night's...

Herbal, dietary supplements may not boost weight loss, study finds

In a new study from the University of Sydney, researchers reviewed studies of complementary medicines (herbal and dietary supplements) for weight loss and found...

Vegetarians have healthier levels of disease markers than meat-eaters

In a new study from the University of Glasgow, researchers found that vegetarians appear to have a healthier biomarker profile than meat-eaters, and this...

This common nutrient may be key to better diabetes treatments

Diabetes is a major risk factor for heart and circulatory diseases. Around 300,000 adults have been diagnosed with diabetes in Scotland and it is estimated...

This green diet may strongly lower non-alcoholic fatty liver disease

In a recent study published in Gut, researchers found that a green Mediterranean diet reduces fat more than other healthy diets and cuts non-alcoholic fatty...

Sugar-sweetened drinks may increase colon cancer risk

Colorectal cancer diagnoses have increased among people under age 50 in recent years and researchers are seeking reasons why. In a new study from Washington...

Moderate alcohol drinking can protect the heart, study finds

In a new study from Massachusetts General Hospital, researchers found that moderate alcohol intake is linked to a lower risk of dying from cardiovascular...

Eating this fish regularly may prevent type 2 diabetes

The health benefits of sardines and oily fish are widely known: their high levels of unsaturated fats help to regulate cholesterol levels and prevent...