Are current vitamin D recommendations enough for heart health?
New research from Intermountain Health in Salt Lake City has raised concerns about whether the current recommended Vitamin D dosages are adequate to protect...
This hormone may play a big role in binge drinking
A new study led by scientists at Weill Cornell Medicine has revealed that the hormone estrogen plays a key role in binge drinking behavior...
The best and worst meat replacements for your health, your wallet and the planet...
By now it’s well established that meat and dairy are at least partly to blame for the climate crisis. And without coming off our...
The best diets for older people with diabetes
Managing diabetes becomes even more important as we age. For seniors, a healthy diet can make a big difference in controlling blood sugar, maintaining...
Popular protein powders may contain harmful levels of heavy metals
Protein powders, often marketed as healthy supplements, might not be as beneficial as they seem. A new report from the Clean Label Project reveals...
Fibre may help protect your gut from overgrowth of harmful bugs – new study
Our body isn’t just human — it’s home to trillions of microorganisms found in or on us. In fact, there are more microbes in...
Intermittent fasting is a promising strategy for metabolic health
Intermittent fasting has become a popular dietary trend, praised for its potential health benefits, particularly for improving metabolism. Despite the growing interest, questions remain...
Good food for a healthy gut and heart after 50
What we eat plays a major role in keeping us healthy, especially as we age. For people over 50, maintaining both gut and heart...
High dose of vitamin B3 linked to eye diseases
Niacin, also known as vitamin B3, is a nutrient commonly used to manage high cholesterol. It is available in both prescription and over-the-counter forms...
How drinking coffee affects your kidney health
Scientists have always been curious about how the world works, including how our bodies function. One common focus is understanding the effects of coffee,...