Nutrition

A Mediterranean diet is a simple choice to fight Alzheimer’s disease

Eating a Mediterranean diet, rich in plants and other healthy foods, might help lower the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease. This is important because Alzheimer's...

Black licorice could trigger dangerous high blood pressure, study warns

Scientists from the University of Rochester have reported that eating too much black licorice can lead to dangerously high blood pressure and serious disturbances...

High Vitamin D levels linked to lower dementia risk in people with diabetes

Scientists from Huazhong University of Science and Technology have found that higher levels of vitamin D in the body are associated with a lower...

How eating patterns could reduce heart disease death risk in people with diabetes

Scientists from Harbin Medical University have identified how the timing of certain foods across the day may be linked to a lower risk of...

This extra virgin olive oil may help lower blood pressure in healthy adults

Scientists from La Trobe University have found that high-polyphenol extra virgin olive oil may help reduce blood pressure in healthy adults. The study, led by...

A diet to fight diabetic eye damage: the power of rice and fruits

Did you know that the food you eat could impact the health of your eyes, especially if you have diabetes? Diabetic retinopathy, a condition causing...

Best and worst foods for your blood pressure health

Blood pressure is a vital indicator of overall health. High blood pressure, or hypertension, can increase the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney disease. But...

A very low-carb keto diet may benefit people with diabetes

Scientists from King Saud University have found that a very low-carbohydrate ketogenic (keto) diet may offer short-term benefits for people with type 2 diabetes. The...

Adding salt to foods at the table linked to high risk of early death

Scientists from Tulane University have found that people who frequently add extra salt to their food at the table have a higher risk of...

Vitamin B6 products are set to be restricted. Here’s what you need to know

On Tuesday, Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) announced a raft of changes to how products containing vitamin B6 are packaged and sold. The TGA decision is based...