Urine tests not reliable for dehydration in older adults

Urine tests should not be used to measure dehydration among the elderly – according to new research from the University of East Anglia (UEA).

Junk food, high-fat diet may harm kidneys as much as type 2 diabetes

It is well established that type 2 diabetes – if untreated – can lead to kidney damage. Now, new research shows that an unhealthy diet may do just as much harm.

Herbs that can boost your mood and memory

The herbs peppermint, chamomile, rosemary and lavender have been proven to have an impact on mood and memory, with significant benefits displayed for older people, according to new research from…

Daily chocolate intake linked to lower risk of diabetes, heart disease

There is some welcome news for chocolate lovers; new research suggests eating chocolate every day may lower the likelihood of diabetes and heart disease.

UK diabetes study to look at diet against exercise

Exercise is being pitted against diet in a straight contest to find out which results in better diabetes control and the effect on heart function as part of new research in Leicester.

Large whey protein breakfast may help manage type 2 diabetes

A large breakfast containing whey protein may help manage Type 2 diabetes, new research from Israel reports.

High-protein diet may explain anatomical differences of Neanderthals

Compared with Homo sapiens, Neanderthals had a wider rib cage and pelvis. Now, new research suggests this may be because they had to adapt to a high-protein diet.

Losing weight with a high-protein diet can help adults sleep better

Overweight and obese adults who are losing weight with a high-protein diet are more likely to sleep better, according to new research from Purdue University.

High-GI diet linked to increased lung cancer risk

A diet with a high glycemic index – a measure of how the carbohydrates in foods will affect blood glucose levels – may increase the risk of lung cancer, new research suggests.

Dried plums could protect against radiation-induced bone loss

Exposure to ionizing radiation – through cancer therapy, for example – may lead to bone loss.

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