How food can be used to support people living with dementia
As dementia rates rise globally, families and care partners are seeking ways to maintain meaningful connections with loved ones experiencing memory loss.
In many cultures,...
How much meat can you eat without harming the planet?
If you want to eat meat without damaging the planet, scientists say you should stick to about 255 grams of poultry or pork per...
Are fish oil supplements really good for you?
Walk into any pharmacy, and you will likely see rows of fish oil supplements promising all kinds of health benefits. Many of these bottles...
Too much cinnamon may weaken the effects of your drugs, study finds
Cinnamon has been used around the world for thousands of years, both in cooking and traditional medicine.
But new research from the National Center for...
The best and worst foods for your kidneys
Your kidneys are like your body’s natural filters. They clean your blood, remove waste through urine, help balance fluids, and support healthy blood pressure....
Eating too much chicken may increase your cancer death risk
A new study from Italy has found a surprising link between eating a lot of chicken and a higher risk of dying from digestive...
How vitamin B3 could help fight cancer
Scientists from the University of Minnesota have found a new way to boost the body’s natural defenses against cancer. Their research shows that a...
Do fried potatoes increase your blood pressure? Not always
Potatoes are a favorite food for many people around the world. Whether they’re baked, mashed, boiled, or turned into crispy fries, potatoes are a...
Common dietary fiber could help fight fatty liver disease
Scientists have found that a special kind of starch could make a big difference for people living with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, or NAFLD....
Can coffee help reduce diabetes?
For many people, the day doesn’t feel like it’s started until they’ve had their morning coffee. But if you have diabetes—or are trying to...