Blueberries Linked to Gut, Brain, and Heart Health Benefits, According to Recent Reviews
Recent reviews and a large meta-analysis link regular blueberry consumption to better gut health, brain function, and cardiovascular markers.
Low-Fat Vegan Diet Linked to Weight Loss Without Calorie Restriction, Study Finds
A JAMA Network Open trial found a low-fat vegan diet cut dietary energy density by about 30%, leading to weight loss without calorie counting or portion limits.
Fermented Foods Linked to Better Heart and Metabolic Markers in New Study
A new study links regular consumption of live-microbe foods like yogurt and kimchi to higher HDL cholesterol and better blood sugar control.
Night Owls Face Higher Heart Risk Than Early Risers, Large Study Finds
A UK Biobank analysis of more than 300,000 adults links evening chronotypes to a 79% higher prevalence of poor cardiovascular health.
Omega-3 Intake Linked to Heart and Brain Health, Report Finds
A new report ties omega-3 intake to lower heart disease risk and slower cognitive decline, especially in women over 40.
Vitamin D Supplementation Linked to Improved Blood Sugar in Prediabetes, Study Finds
A meta-analysis links vitamin D supplementation to a 27% higher likelihood of returning to normal blood sugar in prediabetes. Learn the dosage, safety, and
Higher Variety of Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Greater Stress in Urban Teachers
A study of 549 urban Indian teachers found that those eating a wider variety of ultra-processed foods reported higher stress, even after adjusting for age
Study: High Ultra-Processed Food Intake Linked to 40% Higher Atherosclerosis Risk
A UK Biobank study of 133,797 adults found a 40% higher atherosclerosis risk among the heaviest ultra-processed food consumers over 11 years of follow-up.
Lentils in Daily Diet: Evidence on Nutrient Intake, Blood Sugar, Heart Health, and Weight Management
Evidence-based look at how lentils affect protein intake, blood sugar, heart health, and weight, plus nutritional breakdown and serving tips.
Calcium and vitamin D supplements show little benefit for fractures and falls in older adults, major review finds
A BMJ review of 153,902 adults found calcium and vitamin D supplements, alone or combined, do little to prevent fractures or falls in most older adults.
Creatine Supplementation Linked to Lean Mass and Strength Gains in Adults 45 to 65
A 12-week study found daily creatine linked to lean tissue, strength, and endurance gains in adults 45 to 65, with or without exercise.
Eating more ultra-processed foods may raise prostate cancer risk by 30%
A large U.S. study of more than 17,000 men links higher ultra-processed food intake to a 24% to 31% higher risk of prostate cancer.
Ultra-Processed Foods Linked to Hidden Muscle Fat That May Threaten Your Knees
MRI scans of 615 adults found higher ultra-processed food intake was tied to more fat inside thigh muscles, even after adjusting for calories and activity.
What actually works for toenail fungus: a practical guide
Evidence-based home steps for toenail fungus, including filing, topical oils, laundering at 60C, and shoe rotation, backed by clinical trial data.
Vitamins and Minerals for Reducing the Health Effects of Endocrine Disruptors
Research review finds that targeted vitamins and minerals can offset some health effects of endocrine-disrupting chemicals, with specifics by nutrient and outcome.
