Alternating diets to boost weight loss
In a new study from the University of Toronto, researchers found nearly 80% of participants lost a "clinically significant" amount of body weight in...
Drinking enough water could prevent heart failure
In a new study from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute, researchers found staying well hydrated throughout life could reduce the risk of...
This vitamin B3 may help treat vision loss
In a recent study published in Stem Cell Reports, researchers found that nicotinamide, a form of vitamin B3, can inhibit aggressive cell transformations during wound...
This nutrient may help reduce risk of type 2 diabetes
In a recent study published in Diabetes Care, researchers found that a higher intake of manganese is associated with a lower type 2 diabetes risk...
‘All-you-can-eat’ buffets may increase your risk of weight gain
In a new study from the University of Kansas, researchers examined people's choices when confronted with an all-you-can-eat buffet.
They found that the food people...
This type of food may help control blood pressure
In a new study from Queen’s University, researchers found flavonoid-rich foods, including berries, apples, pears and wine, appear to have a positive effect on...
This herb may help you sleep better at night
In a recent study, researchers found that the herb saffron can enhance the quality of sleep in adults who have been experiencing poor sleep.
The...
This common food oil in the U.S. can change genes in the brain
Used for fast food frying, added to packaged foods, and fed to livestock, soybean oil is by far the most widely produced and consumed...
Vitamin D and COVID-19: What you need to know
Several recent studies have found that vitamin D supplements may help protect against COVID-19.
For example, in a study at Albert Einstein College of Medicine...
Eating more white bread may increase your risk of heart attack
In a new study, researchers found that consuming more refined grains, such as croissants and white bread, is linked to a higher risk of...