Whey protein consumption may lead to significant decreases in body weight and body fat and significant increases in lean body mass

New researchi published in the March/April 2014 issue of the Journal of the American College of Nutrition shows whey protein, either as a supplement combined with resistance exercise or as part of a…

New research shows how pathogenic E. coli O157:H7 binds to fresh vegetables

Food-poisoning outbreaks linked to disease-causing strains of the bacterium Escherichia coli are normally associated with tainted meat products.

Anger at your spouse could be related to blood sugar

Lower levels of blood sugar may make married people angrier at their spouses and even more likely to lash out aggressively, new research reveals.

More Americans using dietary supplements than previously thought

Supplement use among American adults is more prevalent than previously thought, says a new study, which used year-round, long-term usage data.

Study on Mt. Everest shows how people get type 2 diabetes

A team of doctors, nurses and volunteers trekked up Mount Everest to exploit the thin air and observe how hypoxia (lack of oxygen) affects development of type 2 diabetes.

Is reduced salt intake linked to the fall in deaths from cardiovascular disease?

In England, deaths from cardiovascular disease have plummeted, as has the average daily salt intake. A study in BMJ Open makes the case that the two events are linked.

Study of UK children finds low vitamin D linked to fatty liver disease

A UK study[i] investigating the link between low vitamin D status and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) in British children has identified a genetic variant associated with the disease’s…

Women need iron and calcium for strength and exercise performance

A new University of Melbourne study has found that women who take iron supplements, experience a marked improvement in their exercise performance.

What are the health benefits of papaya?

The possible health benefits of consuming papaya include a reduced risk of heart disease, diabetes, cancer, aiding in digestion, and improving blood glucose control in diabetics.

Could blueberries help treat Parkinson’s disease?

Blueberries are deemed one of the healthiest foods because of their richness in antioxidants.

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