Some calories more harmful than others

While calories from any food have the potential to increase the risk of obesity and other cardiometabolic diseases, nutrition researchers agree that sugar-sweetened beverages play a unique role in chronic health problems.

‘Largest’ microbiome study weighs in on our gut health

‘The largest crowd-sourced’ project to ever have studied the human microbiome has published its first results.

What are the symptoms of low vitamin E?

Vitamin E is essential, and it is stored in the liver before being released into the bloodstream.

Does drinking water improve erectile dysfunction?

Erectile dysfunction or ED is a common concern for men. Everyday factors, such as hydration levels, may affect a person’s ability to get or maintain an erection.

What are the symptoms of citrus allergy?

Among the rarest allergies is a reaction to citrus fruits. Symptoms, which include tingling, redness, and swelling, tend to affect areas that have come into contact with fruit or juice, and some people have airborne allergies. We describe the range of treatments

High-potassium foods to avoid with kidney disease

People with chronic kidney disease need to avoid eating potassium-rich foods.

Vegan and traditional kimchi have same microbes

Researchers have found that kimchi made without seafood products has the same ‘probiotic’ bacteria as more traditional kimchi.

Vitamin B-6 could help us to recall dreams

A new study suggests that taking a vitamin B-6 supplement before going to bed each night could help us to remember the details of our dreams.

Mediterranean diet increases ‘good’ gut bacteria

In a study of monkeys, researchers found that a Mediterranean diet significantly increased levels of beneficial bacteria in the gut.

Dark chocolate may boost vision

Researchers have set their sights on dark chocolate as a potential vision booster, after finding that the delicious treat may improve eyesight.

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