Cheese may offset your blood vessel damage from salt
In a new study, researchers found that antioxidants naturally found in cheese may help protect blood vessels from damage from high salt in the...
Strange eating habits may be signs of autism
A recent study from Penn State College of Medicine showed that unusual eating behaviors may be a sign a child should be tested for...
For your gut health, not all types of fiber are created equal
In a new study, researchers found certain human gut microbes thrive when fed specific types of ingredients in dietary fibers.
The research was conducted by...
Foods to avoid when you have the flu
When you have the flu, it may seem like nothing can make you feel better (or worse). However, relief may come from an unexpected...
Why it is a bad idea to eat meatballs with tomato sauce
In a new study, researchers found eating your tomato sauce with meatballs piled on top could have a surprising downside.
This is because some of...
These diets help women with diabetes cut heart attack, stroke risk
Eating patterns similar to the Mediterranean diet and the blood pressure-lowering DASH may help older women with Type 2 diabetes ward off heart attacks,...
What should your baby or child be drinking? Health groups now agree
Parents confused about what exactly their young children should be drinking just got help from several large health organizations, which have issued a common...
This popular ingredient in food may increase your diabetes and obesity risk
Food ingredient propionate is widely used in baked goods, animal feeds, and artificial flavorings.
It is a naturally occurring short-chain fatty acid that helps prevents...
Vegan diet may boost gut health, improve body weight and blood sugar
In a new study, researchers found a 16-week vegan diet can boost the gut microbes that are related to improvements in body weight, body...
Light alcohol drinking may benefit people with type 2 diabetes
In a new study, researchers found low-to-moderate alcohol drinking could have a positive effect on blood glucose and fat metabolism in people with type...