Why screen for iron deficiency? It’s common, consequential and curable
Iron deficiency—when there's too little iron in the blood—may affect a quarter of the world's population, and in particular, women of reproductive age.
Symptoms can...
What’s the difference between probiotics and prebiotics? A dietitian explains
If you walk through your local pharmacy or supermarket you’re bound to come across probiotics and prebiotics.
They’re added to certain foods. They come as...
Vitamin supplement could slow down vision loss, study finds
A new study published in Cell Reports Medicine has found that a vitamin supplement designed to improve metabolism in the eye may help slow...
These supplements may be linked to Alzheimer’s disease
Alzheimer's disease is a serious brain disorder that affects millions of people around the world. It is a progressive condition, which means it gets...
New drug could prevent liver disease from high-fat diet
Liver disease is a common health issue that affects millions of adults in the United States. One of the most serious types of liver...
11 sneaky signs you might be low on vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is a vital nutrient your body needs to stay healthy. It helps make DNA, keeps your nerves working properly, and is important...
Too many processed foods might speed up early signs of Parkinson’s Disease
A recent study published in Neurology suggests that eating a lot of ultra-processed foods—like breakfast cereals, cookies, and hot dogs—could increase the chances of...
The best breakfast foods to help lower your blood pressure
Starting your day with the right foods doesn’t just give you energy—it can also help keep your blood pressure under control. Breakfast is an...
One cup of leafy greens a day may keep heart disease at bay
A large study from Edith Cowan University in Australia has found that eating just one cup of nitrate-rich vegetables every day may strongly lower...
Scientists discover tire chemicals in fruits and vegetables
A recent study by researchers at EPFL and the Swiss Federal Food Safety and Veterinary Office (FSVO) has found that chemicals from tires are...