Popular takeout meals often contain more salt than labels say
A new study from the University of Reading has found that many popular takeout meals in the UK contain more salt than what their...
Can coffee benefit or harm your kidney health?
People around the world love coffee. It’s one of the most popular drinks, often used to start the day or keep energy up during...
The best vitamins to stay strong and healthy after 50
As we grow older, our bodies go through many changes. One of those changes is that we need different amounts of certain vitamins to...
The best vegetables to help lower your blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem. If not treated, it can lead to serious issues like heart disease and...
U.S. boosts protein guidelines—but experts warn of risks
The U.S. government has released new dietary guidelines that strongly encourage Americans to eat more protein at every meal.
In fact, the new recommendations suggest...
What exactly are you eating? The nutritional ‘dark matter’ in your food
When scientists cracked the human genome in 2003 – sequencing the entire genetic code of a human being – many expected it would unlock the secrets...
Coffee compounds could help control blood sugar
Coffee is one of the world’s most popular drinks, known for its rich flavor and energy-boosting caffeine. But now, scientists have discovered that coffee...
Vitamin D may not protect your heart effectively, study finds
Heart disease is the number one cause of death for adults over 65. Many older people also have low levels of Vitamin D in...
Even a little of this snack can raise blood pressure
A new study from Linköping University in Sweden has found that even small amounts of licorice can raise blood pressure. This challenges the earlier...
New U.S. dietary guidelines promote red meat and protein
For many years, the U.S. government has advised Americans to limit how much red meat and saturated fat they eat. But the latest version...