Poor diet to blame for almost half of CVD deaths

A poor diet – especially one low in nuts and vegetables – accounts for more than 415,000 deaths from cardiovascular disease in the U.S., new study finds.

Sodium intake high, rising among people with high blood pressure

Despite recommendations to limit sodium intake to support a heart-healthy lifestyle, daily sodium intake significantly increased in Americans with high blood pressure from 1999-2012, according to a…

Unhealthy diets linked to more than 400,000 cardiovascular deaths

Eating a diet lacking in healthy foods and/or high in unhealthy foods was estimated to contribute to more than 400,000 deaths from heart and blood vessel diseases in the United States in 2015. Eating more nuts, vegetables, and whole grains, and less salt and trans fats, could save tens of thousands of lives in the US each year.

Too little gluten in our diet may increase the risk of type 2 diabetes

New research suggests people who do not have gluten intolerance but are still on a low-gluten diet may expose themselves to the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Could eating yogurt help treat depression?

Probiotic bacteria present in live-cultured yogurt – Lactobacillus – have the potential to treat depression, new research suggests.

Photos show promise as dietary assessment tool, but more training needed

Research at Oregon State University suggests that photographs of your food are good for a lot more than just entertaining your friends on social media – those pictures might help improve your…

Caffeine may ward off dementia by boosting protective enzyme

Researchers have uncovered a number of compounds – including caffeine – that boost production of the enzyme NMNAT2, which may protect against dementia.

Sexual benefits of zinc: Can it help treat erectile dysfunction?

In this article, learn about zinc and its possible effects on erectile dysfunction. Also find out more about zinc deficiency and zinc supplementation.

Red wine compound found to slow down neural aging in mice

New study shows that resveratrol reduces age-induced deterioration of neuromuscular synapses in mice. Anti-diabetes drug may also slow down muscular aging.

Soy may improve survival rates in some breast cancer patients

New research shows the consumption of soy foods may not only be safe for patients with breast cancer, but also improve survival rates for some of them.

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