Mediterranean diet for one year promotes gut bacteria linked to ‘healthy aging’

Eating a Mediterranean diet for a year boosts the types of gut bacteria linked to ‘healthy’ ageing, while reducing those associated with harmful inflammation in older people, indicates a five-country study.

With high fiber diets, more protein may mean more bloating

People who eat high fiber diets are more likely to experience bloating if their high fiber diet is protein-rich as compared to carbohydrate-rich, according to a study.

Weight loss and health improvements with Mediterranean, fasting & Paleo diets

There were some weight loss and health benefits for overweight adults who followed the Mediterranean, Intermittent Fasting and Paleo diets, though adherence to the diets dropped off considerably during the one-year study, new research shows.

Online information about probiotics often misleading

The internet contains reams of information on probiotics. A new study tests the claims of popular websites and conclude that many are misleading.

Sugar alters brain chemistry after only 12 days

New research in pigs examines how sugar intake affects the brain’s reward circuits and finds that changes are noticeable after just 12 days.

How can we reduce our exposure to potentially harmful aluminum?

A new study from Germany suggests that many people have an overly high intake of aluminum compounds.

Does diet influence mental health? Assessing the evidence

How much do our diets influence our mental health?

Could hydration levels influence cognitive function?

A new study found a link between inadequate hydration and poorer cognitive functioning, especially in memory and attention tasks — but only in older women.

What is the Dr. Sebi diet, and does it work?

The Dr. Sebi diet is a controversial, plant-based alkaline diet. This article investigates what it is, as well as the benefits and risks.

Which is better: Bottled water or tap water?

Is bottled water safer than tap water? Which option tastes better, and are there any other factors to consider when choosing between them? Learn more about bottled water vs.

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