Do soft drinks affect women’s bone health?

People in the United States drink more than almost every other country.

Extra virgin olive oil may protect against various dementias

A new study in mice finds that extra virgin olive oil prevents the toxic accumulation of tau protein in the brain and keeps memory intact.

Neither vitamin D nor omega-3 supplements can prevent inflammation

When it comes to lowering inflammation, a new study has found that neither omega-3 nor vitamin D supplements are as beneficial as researchers once thought.

Diet, body clock, hormones, and metabolism: What’s the link?

A new study of mice has shown how stress hormones control fat and sugar levels in a time dependent way and how a high calorie diet can alter this rhythm.

Intended to help human, planetary health, EAT-Lancet diet too costly for 1.6 billion people

A new study estimates that the Eat-Lancet Commission reference diet — meant to improve both human and planetary health — would be unaffordable for at least 1.58 billion people, mostly in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

Dementia risk higher in those who eat more trans fats

A new study of 1,628 older people living in Japan found a 52–74% higher chance of developing dementia in those with higher blood levels of trans fats.

Exercising before breakfast may be most healthful choice

In a new study, people with overweight or obesity who worked out before eating breakfast burned more fat and saw overall health benefits.

Vitamins B-6 and B-12 linked with increased risk of hip fracture

A new study finds that taking vitamins B-6 and B-12 at levels above the recommended daily allowance is associated with an increased risk of hip fractures.

Turmeric may contain dangerous levels of lead

‘People are unknowingly consuming something that could cause major health issues,’ says the lead author of a new study, which finds lead in turmeric.

Green tea compound could help in the battle against super bugs

As the antibiotic resistance crisis deepens, experts are looking for new angles. A new study concludes that a compound found in green tea could be useful.

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