Drinks that help—or hurt—your blood pressure
High blood pressure, also called hypertension, is a common health problem that can lead to serious illnesses like heart disease and stroke if not...
How drinking coffee affects your kidneys
Scientists from the University of Toronto have found that the way coffee affects our kidneys isn’t the same for everyone. The difference depends on...
Low vitamin B12 levels may cause harmful inflammation
A new study has found a strong connection between low levels of vitamin B12 and chronic inflammation — a condition linked to several serious...
These natural foods can help fight cancer
While no single food can prevent or cure cancer, some foods have natural compounds that may help the body fight cancer cells and reduce...
MIND diet may lower dementia risk, even later in life
A large new study from the University of Hawaiʻi Cancer Center has found that following a brain-healthy eating pattern called the MIND diet can...
Best and worst fruits if you have type 2 diabetes
For people with type 2 diabetes, choosing the right foods is very important—and that includes fruits. Fruits are full of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants...
How vitamins can help manage type 2 diabetes
Managing type 2 diabetes often starts with healthy eating, regular exercise, and sometimes medications. But now, more people are asking if vitamins can also...
Can magnesium help lower high blood pressure?
Magnesium is an important mineral that our bodies need to stay healthy. It helps with many everyday functions, including how muscles and nerves work,...
A smarter way to cook beans could make them easier to digest
Beans, peas, and other legumes have been a staple in human diets for centuries.
Packed with protein, fiber, and nutrients, they’re an affordable and sustainable...
Could your morning coffee help you age more slowly?
Most of us turn to coffee for a quick boost in the morning—but new research suggests that caffeine may also be helping our cells...