Common dietary fat boosts growth of aggressive breast cancer
A new preclinical study from Weill Cornell Medicine reveals that linoleic acid, a type of omega-6 fatty acid commonly found in seed oils and animal...
To fast or not to fast: does when you eat matter?
What you eat matters. Many studies have shown that the types of food you eat affect your health. But what about the timing? Scientists...
Best foods for type 2 diabetes prevention
When you have type 2 diabetes, choosing the right foods is one of the most powerful ways to manage your blood sugar and stay...
Cheese may be fueling your nightmares, study finds
A new study suggests that eating too much dairy—especially if you're lactose intolerant—might be disturbing your sleep and giving you nightmares. Researchers surveyed more...
Dejunking your diet: The drawbacks of ultra-processed foods
Eating healthy isn’t always easy. Expert-recommended diets often emphasize fresh, whole foods and home-cooked meals. But that can be expensive and time-consuming. Highly processed...
Red onion skin may help lower blood pressure, study finds
A recent study from the University of Bonn in Germany has found that a natural compound from red onion skin might help lower blood...
A simple breakfast change can benefit people with type 2 diabetes
A new study from the University of British Columbia’s Okanagan campus shows that changing just one meal—breakfast—can help people with Type 2 diabetes better...
Is intermittent fasting safe for type 2 diabetes?
Intermittent fasting has become a popular way to lose weight and improve health. It involves eating only during certain hours of the day or...
How to heal fatty liver with daily food
Fatty liver disease happens when too much fat builds up in the liver. This condition is common, especially among people who are overweight, have...
Vitamin B3 boosts body’s natural cancer fighters, study finds
Scientists at the University of Minnesota have found a promising new way to improve cancer treatment by using a vitamin most people already know—vitamin...