Nutrition

The best bedtime snacks for people with diabetes

Living with diabetes means watching what you eat all day—including at night. In fact, what you eat before bed can make a big difference...

Low-dose vitamin D may boost chemotherapy outcomes in breast cancer

New research from São Paulo State University in Brazil suggests that a simple and affordable supplement—vitamin D—could help improve the effectiveness of chemotherapy in...

Almonds may improve heart, gut, and metabolic health

A handful of almonds each day could make a real difference in the health of people living with metabolic syndrome, according to new research...

Vitamin D may help lower blood pressure in older adults with obesity

New research published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society suggests that vitamin D supplements can help reduce blood pressure in certain groups—specifically older...

This common snack can harm your blood pressure, heart health

Licorice has been used for centuries in traditional medicine across Europe and Asia. The root of the licorice plant, a low-growing shrub mainly grown in...

Almonds may boost heart health and support a healthier body, studies show

Swapping out snacks like biscuits and crisps for almonds may do more than just improve your diet—it could help protect your heart. New research led...

Drinking coffee may help protect your heart, study finds

Good news for coffee lovers: drinking up to three cups of coffee a day may actually be good for your heart. A recent study from...

Can foods really clean your arteries? Here’s what science says

The idea of “cleansing” your arteries has become popular in recent years. It’s an appealing thought—that certain foods can scrub away the fatty buildup...

This vitamin may play a key role in fighting inflammation

A recent study has found a strong link between low levels of vitamin B12 and chronic inflammation—a discovery that could change how we look...

The best vitamins to support your health after 50

As we grow older, our bodies go through many changes—and so do our nutritional needs. After age 50, staying healthy means paying closer attention...