Cucumbers are trendy, but how healthy are they?
Cucumbers have always been cool. Now, thanks to social media, they're also hot.
Viral cucumber recipes racked up millions of views in the past year,...
Fruits and vegetables are a simple solution for better blood pressure and kidney health
A recent study published in The American Journal of Medicine shows that eating more fruits and vegetables can greatly improve health for people with high blood...
Fibre may help protect your gut from overgrowth of harmful bugs
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 our...
How a low-carb breakfast may help manage type 2 diabetes
A recent study from UBC Okanagan suggests that making a small change to breakfast could significantly help people with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) manage...
Alcohol and early death: a new warning
A new federal report suggests that drinking alcohol may increase the risk of dying early.
Released by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),...
Eating red meat may increase dementia risk
A new study by researchers from Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, and the Broad Institute has found a significant...
Up to three cups of coffee a day may reduce heart disease risks
A study by researchers at Semmelweis University has revealed that drinking up to three cups of coffee daily is associated with a lower risk...
Broccoli and cauliflowers may reverse diabetic kidney damage
Diabetic nephropathy, a condition involving the gradual loss of kidney function, is a common complication of diabetes. It affects about one in four people...
Natural remedies for acid reflux in older people
Acid reflux, also known as GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), is a common condition among seniors. It happens when stomach acid flows back into the...
Foods that protect your brain from stroke
A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain is disrupted, either by a blocked blood vessel or a burst one. This can cause...