Yo-yo dieting doesn’t harm weight loss efforts or metabolism long term
Yo-yo dieting doesn’t harm weight loss efforts or metabolism long term Yo-yo dieting - the repetitive loss and regain of body weight, also called weight…
Antioxidant-rich cocoa modestly lowers blood pressure
Antioxidant-rich cocoa modestly lowers blood pressure Eating a daily dose of cocoa or dark chocolate - rich in antioxidants called flavanols - may lead to a…
Cocoa antioxidants may slow cognitive decline
Cocoa antioxidants may slow cognitive decline Eating cocoa antioxidants daily may improve mild cognitive impairment, according to new research in the…
Children's healthy diets linked to higher IQ
Children's healthy diets linked to higher IQ Children fed healthy diets in early age may have a slightly higher IQ, while those on heavier junk food diets…
High carb, high glycemic diet tied to breast cancer risk
High carb, high glycemic diet tied to breast cancer risk Older women who eat a lot of starchy and sweet carbohydrates may be at increased risk of a less…
Curry compound may curb diabetes risk
Curry compound may curb diabetes risk Supplements containing a compound found in curry spice may help prevent diabetes in people at high risk, according to a…
Lower vitamin D could increase risk of dying for frail older adults
Lower vitamin D could increase risk of dying for frail older adults A new study concludes that among older adults -- especially those who are frail -- low…
Diets high in salt could deplete calcium in the body
Diets high in salt could deplete calcium in the body When sodium leaves a body, it takes calcium along with it, creating risk for kidney stones and…
High dietary antioxidants might cut pancreatic cancer risk
High dietary antioxidants might cut pancreatic cancer risk Increasing dietary intake of the antioxidant vitamins C, E, and selenium could help cut the risk…
Food journal best tool for weight loss
Food journal best tool for weight loss Women who want to lose weight should faithfully keep a food journal, and avoid skipping meals and eating lunch in…