Genes may not predict success of low-fat or low-carb diet
Genes may not predict success of low-fat or low-carb diet People who try to avoid junk food may lose similar amounts of weight on a low-carb or low-fat diet…
Eating yogurt may guard against heart attack, stroke
Eating yogurt may guard against heart attack, stroke A new study from the Boston University School of Medicine suggests that higher yogurt intake is…
Inflammatory diet linked to higher risk of colon cancer
Inflammatory diet linked to higher risk of colon cancer People who eat plenty of foods linked to chronic inflammation, such as red meat and refined grains,…
Mediterranean diet may protect against aggressive prostate cancer
Mediterranean diet may protect against aggressive prostate cancer A new Spanish study determined that men who followed a Mediterranean diet, rich in fish,…
Gardening may help cancer survivors eat better
Gardening may help cancer survivors eat better For cancer survivors, three seasons of home vegetable gardening may increase physical activity, fruit and…
Sleeping for longer leads to a healthier diet
Sleeping for longer leads to a healthier diet Sleeping for longer each night may help people reduce their intake of sugary foods and eat a generally healthier…
Mediterranean diet protects older adults from becoming frail
Mediterranean diet protects older adults from becoming frail According to a review of studies, following the Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of frailty…
Eating fish once a week linked to better sleep, higher IQ in kids
Eating fish once a week linked to better sleep, higher IQ in kids Children who eat fish at least once a week sleep better and have IQ scores that are 4 points…
Regular take-out meals linked to higher body fat and cholesterol in kids
Regular take-out meals linked to higher body fat and cholesterol in kids Children who eat restaurant carry-out meals once a week or more tend to have extra…
Nutrition lessons might help substance abusers
Nutrition lessons might help substance abusers Working with nutritionists might improve drug addicts’ odds of recovery. Experts believe that registered…