The vitamins you need most to stay strong after 50
As we get older, our bodies change, and so do our nutritional needs. After 50, staying healthy means paying extra attention to the vitamins...
Plant-based diet may help prevent cancer development
Researchers at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) have made an important discovery that could help slow the progression of multiple myeloma, a rare...
Surprising health benefits of algae supplements
When most people think of algae, they picture green scum on ponds or seaweed at the beach. But did you know that algae can...
Five healthy diet staples that may interact with prescription drugs
One of the most popular new year’s resolutions is making a commitment to healthier eating. Whether that’s eating more fruits and vegetables, cutting down...
Exercise after breakfast may improve blood sugar control in women
A new study from the University of Toronto suggests that women may benefit from exercising after breakfast when it comes to managing blood sugar...
These two juices together can lower high blood pressure
A new study by researchers at King’s College London has found that drinking grapefruit juice alongside beetroot juice could enhance the blood-pressure-lowering effects of...
This plant-based fat may lower type 2 diabetes risk
A recent study by scientists at the Chinese Academy of Sciences suggests that a type of fat found in plants, called linoleic acid, may...
Foods to avoid for high blood pressure in seniors
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue for seniors and can lead to serious problems like heart disease, stroke, and kidney...
Is Intermittent fasting good for older adults?
Intermittent fasting, a way of eating that cycles between periods of eating and not eating, has become increasingly popular in recent years. It’s often...
Cocoa may help lower blood pressure, study finds
A recent study from the University of Surrey has found that cocoa flavanols, compounds found in cocoa, can reduce blood pressure and arterial stiffness—but...