Obesity care: why “eat less, move more” advice is failing
For years, people living with obesity have been given the same basic advice: eat less, move more.
But while this mantra may sound simple, it’s...
Eight or more drinks every week may cause brain injury in older people
Drinking heavily—eight or more alcoholic drinks per week—may increase the risk of brain damage and cognitive problems, according to a new study published on...
How vitamin D helps prevent high blood pressure
Most people know that vitamin D helps keep bones strong and the immune system healthy. But there’s more to this “sunshine vitamin” than many...
Why drinking coffee may help protect your liver
Coffee is more than just a morning pick-me-up—it may also offer surprising health benefits, particularly for your liver. A growing body of research suggests...
Want to cut calories? Adding a little spice might help
Turning up the heat in your meals could be a surprisingly simple way to reduce how much you eat, according to a new study...
The ‘Mind’ diet is good for cognitive health – here’s what foods you should...
There’s long been evidence that what we eat can affect our risk of dementia, Alzheimer’s disease and cognitive decline as we age. But can...
Vitamin D supplements may slow biological aging by protecting telomeres
A new report from the VITAL study—a large, long-term randomized clinical trial—has found that taking vitamin D supplements may help protect telomeres, the tiny...
Low-calorie diets may increase depression risk, especially in men
Following a low-calorie diet may be linked to a higher risk of depression, according to a new study published in BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health....
Low-fat vegan diet reduces body acidity and promotes weight loss
A new study has found that following a low-fat vegan diet can significantly reduce the body’s acid levels and help people lose weight, compared...
Black coffee may lower your death risk – but skip the sugar and cream
If you’re sipping your morning coffee for the energy boost, there might be an added bonus: longer life—if you drink it the right way.
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