Gut bacteria mediate link between diet and colorectal cancer

Past studies have shown that diet affects the risk of colorectal cancer. New research suggests that this may be down to how diet alters the gut microbiome.

Saturated fat may not increase heart disease risk after all

The theory that saturated fat may be bad for people has been called into question. Now, research suggests that saturated fat might even be good for you.

Sweet potato wastewater may help weight loss

Sweet potatoes have great nutritional value. Now, research suggests even the water left over from cooking sweet potatoes has slimming effects.

Vegetable compounds found to improve cognition in old age

New research suggests the pigment that gives vegetables and plants their vibrant color may improve cognitive function in elderly adults.

Yo-yo dieting may increase risk of heart disease death

New research suggests that repeatedly losing weight and regaining it can be dangerous for your heart, even if you are not overweight.

Fruit and veggies give you the feel-good factor

New research suggests up to eight-a-day can make you happier.

Drinking more coffee may stave off multiple sclerosis

New research suggests drinking more coffee may help to protect against multiple sclerosis, adding to a growing body of evidence that caffeine has a neuroprotective effect.

Could eating vegetables reduce breast cancer risk?

Recent research suggests that luteolin, found naturally in some vegetables, could help counter the breast cancer-causing effects of combined hormone replacement therapy.

Children’s food intake decisions influenced food preparation by parents

New research suggests that the amount of time parents spend on food preparation at home may affect children’s eating behavior away from home and that children whose parents spend more time cooking…

Can fish oil protect against brain damage caused by alcohol abuse?

People who drink excessive amounts of alcohol are at risk of brain damage and dementia in later life. New research suggests that omega-3 fish oil may offer protective benefits.

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