Soft drink tax could improve health of the nation, Australia

An excise tax on sugar-sweetened drinks would be an effective way to improve the health of heavy consumers, new research shows.

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.

Sugars may contribute to high blood pressure more than salt

Added sugars in processed foods are likely to have a greater role than salt in high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke, according to new research in the journal Open Heart.

Eating tree nuts results in ‘modest decreases’ in blood fats and sugars, survey finds

Eating tree nuts appears to help reduce two of the five markers for metabolic syndrome, a group of factors that raise the risk for heart disease and other health problems such as diabetes and strokes, a new research paper says.

Polyphenols could yield small benefit for people with PAD

In a small study, people with artery problems in their legs walked a little longer and farther when they ate dark chocolate – a food rich in polyphenols, according to new research in Journal of the…

Adding sugar to a high-fat Western diet could be worse than a high-fat diet alone

A high-fructose, high-fat diet can cause harmful effects to the livers of adult rats, according to new research published in Experimental Physiology, providing new insight into the effects of…

Adding sugar to high-fat Western diet could be worse than high-fat diet alone

A high-fructose, high-fat diet can cause harmful effects to the livers of adult rats, according to new research, providing new insight into the effects of adding fructose to a Western diet high in fat. The study showed that short-term consumption of a Western diet, rich in saturated fats and fructose, is more damaging for healthy liver development than following a high fat diet alone.

The benefits of canola oil for people with type 2 diabetes

Canola is Canada’s oil and new research from St. Michael’s Hospital suggests it should also be one of the oils of choice for people with Type 2 diabetes. Dr.

Gut bacteria diversity improves with exercise, study shows

A wide variety of bacteria in the gut can improve metabolism and strengthen the immune system.

Could resveratrol supplements harm the fetus during pregnancy?

Resveratrol is hailed for its health benefits.

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