Why preserved vegetables can turn deadly, and how to stay safe
A food truck in southern Italy recently became the center of a deadly health scare.
A food-borne outbreak linked to preserved vegetables killed two people...
Turmeric and vitamin D may help lower blood pressure in people with type 2...
New research from Urmia University of Medical Sciences suggests that two natural compounds—curcuminoids from turmeric and vitamin D—may help lower blood pressure in people...
Diets high in sugar and butter may help cause alcohol addiction
A new study in mice has found that switching from a high sugar and butter diet to a regular one may lead to a...
Whole-fat dairy food may benefit your heart health, study finds
For years, Americans have been told to cut down on fat, especially in dairy products, to protect their hearts.
This advice led to the rise...
Why chromium is considered an essential nutrient, despite having no proven health benefits
You might best know chromium as a bright, shiny metal used in bathroom and kitchen fittings.
But is it also essential for your health?
In a...
Low Vitamin D levels linked to higher risk of difficult childbirth, study finds
A new study from Uppsala University in Sweden has revealed that vitamin D deficiency may play a key role in difficult and risky childbirths.
The...
Are you getting enough vitamin D to protect your heart?
Many people take Vitamin D for their bones, but recent research shows it might be just as important for your heart.
New studies from Intermountain...
How saturated fat might trick your body into packing the pounds
Next time you’re tempted to raid the pantry for snacks loaded with saturated fat — especially in winter — you might want to consider...
Low vitamin D linked to high inflammation, study finds
A new study from the University of South Australia has found that having low levels of vitamin D in your body may lead to...
A new vitamin supplement may help you walk farther without pain
Millions of people suffer from a condition called peripheral artery disease, or PAD.
It’s a health problem where the blood flow to the legs becomes...