Excess sugar increases risk of dying from cardiovascular disease
Excess sugar increases risk of dying from cardiovascular disease According to a new study, many U.S. adults consume more added sugar (added in processing or…
Sodium intake tied to obesity among teens
Sodium intake tied to obesity among teens Teenagers who eat a high-sodium diet tend to be heavier and have more body fat than those who eat less salt,…
All alcohol, even wine, raises risk of gout flare-ups
All alcohol, even wine, raises risk of gout flare-ups Bad news for gout sufferers who enjoy drinking wine: new research finds that all types of alcohol, even…
Omega-3’s in fish oil intake may slow brain aging in women
Omega-3’s in fish oil intake may slow brain aging in women According to a new study, older women with higher levels of omega-3 fatty acids in their blood…
Certain probiotics may help women lose weight
Certain probiotics may help women lose weight Certain probiotics could help women lose weight and keep it off, according to a recent study published by a team…
Flavonoids in chocolate, tea and berries may protect against diabetes
Flavonoids in chocolate, tea and berries may protect against diabetes Eating high levels of flavonoids including anthocyanins and other compounds (found in…
Popular blood type diet debunked
Popular blood type diet debunked Researchers from the University of Toronto (U of T) have found that the theory behind the popular blood type diet--which…
Mediterranean diet tied to lower risk of peripheral artery disease
Mediterranean diet tied to lower risk of peripheral artery disease A multicenter study that previously reported a reduction in heart attack and stroke with a…
Overweight adults who drink diet soft drinks consume more calories from food
Overweight adults who drink diet soft drinks consume more calories from food Overweight adults who think drinking diet soft drinks will help them lose or keep…
Eating nuts tied to lowered obesity risk
Eating nuts tied to lowered obesity risk A new U.S. study from Loma Linda University adds to growing evidence that nuts - once considered too fattening to be…