Bored people reach for the crisps

People crave fatty and sugary foods when they are bored.That is the conclusion of research being presented today, Wednesday 27 April 2016, at the Annual Conference of the British Psychological…

Higher fat variation of DASH diet lowers blood pressure, triglycerides, study shows

A higher fat DASH (Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension) diet lowered blood pressure to the same extent as the DASH diet, but also reduced triglycerides and did not significantly raise LDL cholesterol, scientists report at the conclusion of their study.

Eating nuts linked to 20% cut in death rates

Good health is affordable – that’s the conclusion of new research that finds a link between lower death risk and a diet rich in nuts, peanuts in particular.

Increased TV Exposure Associated With Higher Consumption Of Sweetened Beverages Among Children

More time in front of the TV set and higher exposure to TV adverts may lead to increased consumption of sweetened beverages among children. This is the conclusion of a new study from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden