Some plant-based foods may raise heart disease risk
A new study from France shows that eating more plant-based foods isn’t always better for your heart—especially if those foods are ultra-processed.
The research was...
Study finds a powerful heart-boosting nutrient in everyday foods
A new study from King's College London suggests that regularly eating foods rich in polyphenols—like tea, coffee, berries, cocoa, nuts, whole grains, and olive...
The worst foods for high blood pressure
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue, especially among older adults. It can strain the heart, damage blood vessels, and increase...
These supplements may increase your risk of Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer’s disease is a serious brain condition that affects many people around the world, especially older adults. It slowly gets worse over time and...
Sugar-free sweetener can still harm your liver
Many people try to avoid sugar for health reasons. They may choose sugar-free foods that contain sweeteners like aspartame (found in Equal), sucralose (Splenda),...
High dose of this vitamin linked to vision loss, doctors warn
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is a common vitamin used to lower cholesterol and improve heart health. It’s also used to manage high...
Can vitamin D slow down the brain in older people?
Most people know that vitamin D is important for keeping our bones healthy and strong. We usually get this vitamin from sunlight, certain foods...
B vitamins might help lower blood pressure, study finds
A new study from the University of Maine has found that certain B vitamins might help lower blood pressure, especially for people who don’t...
Could a common nutrient help prevent Alzheimer’s disease?
Choline is a very important nutrient that many people don’t know much about. Our liver makes a little bit of it, but most of...
How a high-fat diet can trigger liver cancer
A new study from MIT shows how eating a high-fat diet can change the liver in dangerous ways, eventually increasing the risk of liver...