Five scary myths about sugar this Halloween – by a nutritionist
Walk through any supermarket at this time of year and you’ll see shelves stacked with Halloween treats. Halloween and candy go hand in hand...
Quitting alcohol or drinking less can significantly lower blood pressure
A new international study has revealed that even small amounts of alcohol can raise your blood pressure—and cutting back or quitting drinking altogether may...
Natural supplements that help fight inflammation
Inflammation is your body’s natural way of protecting itself when you’re hurt or sick. It helps heal wounds and fights off infections like viruses...
Natural foods that can help lower your blood sugar quickly
Keeping your blood sugar under control is very important, especially for people with diabetes or those who want to stay healthy and have steady...
How diet could help fight deadly brain tumors
Glioblastoma is the deadliest type of brain cancer. Most people diagnosed with it survive only one or two years.
This aggressive cancer starts when normal...
Can too much vitamin D harm your cognitive speed?
Vitamin D is often called the "sunshine vitamin" because our bodies make it when we're out in the sun. It’s well-known for helping keep...
This diet beats DASH for weight, blood pressure, and blood sugar control
Many adults in the United States struggle with health problems like high blood pressure, prediabetes, and type 2 diabetes.
These conditions are often linked to...
AI uncovers a simple secret for better gut health
Many people know that what you eat can affect your gut health.
But a new study from EPFL (École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne) shows that...
Omega-3 deficiency common among Chicago parents, study warns
A new study from Northwestern University has found that many Chicago parents are not eating enough omega-3 fatty acids, nutrients that are essential for...
Bubble tea’s dark side: From lead contamination to kidney stones
They've become as ubiquitous on British high streets as coffee shops—bubble tea outlets offering their Instagram-worthy drinks in countless flavor combinations.
The Taiwanese beverage, a...