Alcohol may harm the heart immediately in these people
A daily alcoholic drink for women or two for men might be good for heart health, compared to drinking more or not drinking at...
This diet may strongly boost your gut health
In a new study, researchers found that a short-term intervention in daily fiber consumption can strongly alter the gut microbiome and nutrient intake.
The research...
More protein food doesn’t mean more strength in middle-aged people
In a new study, researchers conducted a 10-week muscle-building and dietary program involving 50 middle-aged adults.
The intervention involved a standard strength-training protocol with sessions...
These vitamins may help prevent Parkinson’s disease
Parkinson’s disease is a movement disorder. It gradually reduces dopamine, a chemical in the brain, affecting speech, walking and balance.
The causes aren’t known, and...
This diet may reduce non-alcoholic fatty liver disease by 50%
Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease affects 25% to 30% of people in the United States and Europe.
While some fat is normal in the liver, excessive...
This stuff in popular foods may harm your immune system
In a new study, researchers found that a food preservative used to prolong the shelf life of Pop-Tarts, Rice Krispies Treats, Cheez-Its and almost...
Eating out too much linked to higher risk of early death
In a new study, researchers found that eating out very frequently is strongly linked to an increased risk of all-cause death.
The research was conducted...
Should you take fish oil? Depends on your gene
Fish oil supplements are a billion-dollar industry built on a foundation of purported, but not proven, health benefits.
In a new study, researchers found that...
As fermented foods rise in popularity, here’s what experts say
The increasingly trendy trio of kefir, kimchi and kombucha may not be familiar to you, but experts say fermented foods like these can help...
These vegetables essential for your muscle strength
In a new study, researchers found that eating just one cup of leafy green vegetables every day could boost muscle function.
They found that people...