Prenatal fruit consumption boosts babies’ cognitive development

Study discovers previously unknown benefits of fruit consumption in expectant mothers.Most people have heard the old adage “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.

Green tea offers promising results for obesity

In the future, a cup of tea may be just what the doctor orders to reduce the cognitive impairments associated with obesity.

What are the health benefits of apples?

“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is an old Welsh proverb that most of us are familiar with, but what makes this fruit so special? What health benefits are associated with eating apples

Anti-Inflammatory Polyphenols Discovered In Apple Peels

Here’s another reason why “an apple a day keeps the doctor away” – according to new research findings published in the Journal of Leukocyte Biology*, oral ingestion of apple polyphenols (antioxidants found in apple peels) can suppress T cell activation to prevent colitis in mice…

Dietary Calcium And Supplements Recommended Instead Of Bone-Building Meds

Has a bone density scan placed you at risk for osteoporosis, leading your doctor to prescribe a widely advertised bone-building medication? Not so fast! A University of Illinois study finds that an effective first course of action is increasing dietary calcium and vitamin D or taking calcium and vitamin D supplements…

Before you start bone-building meds, try dietary calcium and supplements, experts urge

Has a bone density scan placed you at risk for osteoporosis, leading your doctor to prescribe a widely advertised bone-building medication? Not so fast! A new study finds that an effective first course of action is increasing dietary calcium and vitamin D or taking calcium and vitamin D supplements.

‘Apples A Day’ Advice Rooted In Science

Everyone has heard the old adage, “an apple a day keeps the doctor away.” We all know we should eat more fruit. But why apples? Do they contain specific benefits?