How coffee affects your kidneys, according to science
A recent study by scientists from the University of Toronto and other institutions has revealed that the impact of heavy coffee drinking on kidney...
Can vitamin B protect older people from dementia?
Dementia is a brain disease that affects memory, thinking, and behavior, primarily in older adults but sometimes in younger people too. While many know...
Mediterranean diet is a tasty way to fight chronic diseases
The Mediterranean diet is often called one of the healthiest ways to eat, and for good reason.
Inspired by the traditional foods of countries near...
The best anti-inflammatory foods for a healthier you
Inflammation is the body’s natural defense against injury or infection, but when it becomes chronic, it can lead to diseases like heart disease, diabetes,...
How fiber helps protect against diabetes
Eating enough fiber is not just good for your digestion; it can also play a major role in preventing type 2 diabetes. Research has...
New smart sensor could help you test food safety at home
Food recalls due to contamination, like the recent cases involving carrots, ground beef, and deli meat, have raised concerns about food safety.
Now, researchers at...
Heavy long-term drinking severely damages health, study shows
Scientists from the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have found that long-term heavy drinking can severely harm people's health.
They focused on a...
No need to overload your cranberry sauce with sugar: How to cook with fewer...
The holidays are full of delicious and indulgent food and drinks. It's hard to resist dreaming about cookies, specialty cakes, rich meats and super...
This heart-healthy mineral is the key to lowering blood pressure
Potassium is an essential mineral that plays a vital role in keeping your heart healthy and managing high blood pressure.
While most people know that...
This common snack can cause dangerous high blood pressure
Licorice is a small shrub widely grown in Greece, Turkey, and parts of Asia for commercial use. Its root has been a popular ingredient...