Omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids may help lower cancer risk
A recent study from the University of Georgia shows that omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids—often called “healthy fats”—might help reduce the risk of developing...
Healthy blood sugar is the key to slowing brain aging, and this diet can...
As people grow older, the brain naturally starts to shrink, a process called brain atrophy. This gradual loss of brain cells can lead to...
Vitamin K2 may help ease painful nighttime leg cramps in older adults
Imagine being woken up in the middle of the night by a sudden, intense pain in your calf—a jolt that drags you out of...
The brain’s secret ‘hunger switch’: How three neurons may control your urge to eat
Researchers have uncovered a surprisingly simple brain circuit involving just three neurons that may be key to understanding why and how we eat.
This discovery...
Childhood obesity linked to scarce food options
Obesity affects about 1 in 5 kids in the U.S. It’s a growing concern. Carrying extra weight can raise a child’s risk of future...
How long-term drinking can severely harm health
Scientists at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, part of the U.S. Department of Energy, recently studied the serious health effects of heavy drinking over...
Annoying bush or healthy tea? Yaupon can be both.
Long before Earl Grey, Darjeeling and oolong reached our shores, there was yaupon.
Tea brewed from the leaves of the yaupon holly has been part...
Vitamin D’s benefits may depend on your weight
Vitamin D is essential for our bodies, helping us absorb key minerals like calcium and magnesium that keep our bones and muscles healthy.
We naturally...
Essential vitamins for a healthy heart you need to know
Heart health plays a huge role in overall well-being.
Alongside regular exercise and a balanced diet, certain vitamins and nutrients are especially helpful for keeping...
The surprising connection between coffee and liver health you need to know
Coffee is a favorite drink worldwide, not just for its rich taste but also for the energy boost it provides. Beyond its well-known effects,...