Diet high in this nutrient may prevent high blood pressure
One hundred million micro-organisms live within our gut, influencing our metabolism, our immune system and possibly even our mental health.
Prebiotic fiber resists digestion until...
Why high-protein diets may shorten your lifespan
In a new study, researchers have found the key to why high-protein diets are unhealthy and can lead to shortened lifespans.
The research was conducted...
Could adding minerals to drinking water fight high blood pressure?
If you have high blood pressure, chances are you've been told to cut back on salt. You might even be taking medication.
These are good...
Red meat in this diet may reduce risk of multiple sclerosis
In a new study, researchers found that people who consume unprocessed red meat as part of a healthy Mediterranean diet may reduce their risk...
Turmeric may help develop effective anti-cancer drug
Curcumin, a polyphenol extracted from Curcuma longa, also known as turmeric, has gained attention from scientists worldwide for its biological properties as an antioxidant,...
Vitamin D may help boost protection against infections
In a new study, researchers have led the development of a new model for studying vitamin D's role in infection prevention.
They found that vitamin...
Children who drink whole milk may have lower risk of obesity
In a new study, researchers found that children who drank whole milk had 40% lower odds of being overweight or obese compared with children...
Walnut may change genes in breast cancer, improve survival
In a new study, researchers found eating walnut may help suppress breast cancer growth and boost survival.
They found that consumption of two ounces of...
How to choose healthy fats for your diet
Fat is an essential nutrient for our bodies. It provides energy. It helps our guts absorb certain vitamins from foods.
But what types of fat...
This weight loss diet may help treat dangerous kidney disease
Hereditary and relatively common, polycystic kidney disease (PKD) has long been thought to be progressive and irreversible, condemning its sufferers to a long, slow...