Eating less is essential to healthy aging
Eating less is essential to healthy aging It may sound obvious but nutrition experts have been divided over whether cutting calories leads to long-term…
Vitamin C is important for keeping blood pressure low
Vitamin C is important for keeping blood pressure low A new study from the University of California, Berkeley has linked a high intake of vitamin C to lower…
A drink a day may keep Alzheimer's away
A drink a day may keep Alzheimer's away Drinking in moderation may lower the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease, according to a new report from…
Antioxidants don't lower cancer risk in women
Antioxidants don't lower cancer risk in women There's more evidence that supplementing with antioxidants may not prevent cancer, particularly in women. …
Men with higher incomes are more likely to be overweight
Men with higher incomes are more likely to be overweight Wealthier men are more likely than lower income men to be overweight, perhaps because affluent men…
Wine may boost blood levels of omega-3 fat
Wine may boost blood levels of omega-3 fat A glass or two of wine per day may increase the amount of heart healthy omega-3 fatty acids in a person's…
A low-glycemic diet may raise good cholesterol in diabetics
A low-glycemic diet may raise good cholesterol in diabetics Eating a low-glycemic diet can help people with type 2 diabetes improve blood sugar control and…
Longer menus could lead people to choose a salad instead of fries
Longer menus could lead people to choose a salad instead of fries People who choose from a large variety of menu items are more likely to make healthy…
One sweet treat can trigger cravings for more
One sweet treat can trigger cravings for more Need a reason to say no to the sweets tray? Indulging in just one small chocolate truffle can induce cravings…
Mediterranean diet + nuts may cut heart attack risk
Mediterranean diet + nuts may cut heart attack risk A traditional Mediterranean diet that includes a healthy serving of nuts each day (about 1/4 cup)…