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...
Yo-Yo dieting increases kidney disease risk in type 1 diabetes
Losing and regaining weight repeatedly—a pattern known as yo-yo dieting or body-weight cycling—can significantly increase the risk of kidney disease in people with type 1 diabetes, according to a new...
Vitamin B6 is essential – but too much can be toxic. Here’s what to...
In recent weeks, reports have been circulating about severe reactions in people who’ve taken over-the-counter vitamin B6 supplements.
Vitamin B6 poisoning can injure nerves and...
The best supplements for your brain and eye health
As people get older, two of the biggest health concerns are dementia and eye diseases like macular degeneration and cataracts.
Both conditions can make daily life difficult—dementia affects memory...
How probiotics help protect gut health in older adults
As people age, their digestive system changes, often leading to problems like constipation, bloating, diarrhea, and an increased risk of infections in the gut....
Daily omega-3 may help keep your organs young
A new study suggests that taking one gram of omega-3 daily may slow down the aging process in humans. The research, published in Nature Aging,...
Smart eating for heart disease and dementia prevention
Diabetes and dementia are two serious health challenges that affect millions of people worldwide.
The good news is that science has shown us that what...
Seed oils are toxic, says Robert F. Kennedy Jr. – but it’s not so...
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., who is expected to clear the final hurdles in his confirmation as President Donald Trump’s health secretary, and a host...
Daily omega-3 fatty acid may slow biological aging, study suggests
A new study has found that taking one gram of omega-3 per day may help slow down the aging process in older adults. The research, published...