Can a popular vitamin supplement increase cancer risk?
Nicotinamide riboside (NR), a form of vitamin B3, is often promoted for its potential benefits in improving heart, metabolism, and brain health. Many people...
Many people with type 2 diabetes lack essential vitamins and minerals
A new study has found that micronutrient deficiency—low levels of essential vitamins and minerals—is common in people with type 2 diabetes. The research, published in BMJ Nutrition...
Broccoli compound may help control blood sugar in prediabetes
A natural compound found in broccoli sprouts, called sulforaphane, may help lower blood sugar levels in people with prediabetes. This was discovered in a...
This vitamin may boost memory but slow down your reactions
Vitamin D is an important nutrient that helps keep bones strong. It comes from sunlight and supplements, and it also plays a role in...
What’s the difference between vegan and vegetarian?
Vegan and vegetarian diets are plant-based diets. Both include plant foods, such as fruits, vegetables, legumes and whole grains.
But there are important differences, and...
Turmeric and curcumin are a natural boost for muscle recovery and inflammation
Turmeric, a spice derived from the stem of the turmeric plant, has been valued for thousands of years not only in cooking but also...
How potatoes may affect your blood pressure and weight, according to science
Potatoes are often linked to health concerns like high blood pressure and obesity, but many studies have overlooked key factors such as how they...
Big breakfast may protect mental health in people with heart disease
A new study suggests that when and what you eat may play a role in maintaining good mental health.
Researchers in China found that heart...
Foods that older people with high blood pressure should avoid
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health problem among older adults. It increases the risk of heart disease, stroke, and kidney problems....
Are eggs good or bad for our health?
You might have heard that eating too many eggs will cause high cholesterol levels, leading to poor health.
Researchers have examined the science behind this...