This common food additive may fuel weight gain, diabetes

A new research study links the common anti-mold food additive propionate to blood sugar metabolism and insulin resistance in human volunteers and mice.

What is the truth about type 2 diabetes?

Many people have misconceptions about type 2 diabetes. In this article, we discuss five of the common myths surrounding this condition and provide the truths.

What causes stomach pain at night?

In this article, learn about the common causes of nighttime stomach pain, the ways to prevent and treat nighttime stomach pain, and when to see a doctor.

Ten signs of uncontrolled diabetes

As many as a third of adults with type 2 diabetes do not know they have it.

Cow’s milk interferes with absorption of thyroid supplement levothyroxine

Taking the common oral thyroid hormone medication levothyroxine with a glass of cow’s milk significantly decreases the body’s ability to absorb the drug, a preliminary study finds.

Larger doses of vitamin C may lead to a greater reduction in common cold duration

The relationship between vitamin C dosage and its effects on the duration of the common cold symptoms may extend to 6-8 grams per day according to a statistical analysis published in Nutrients.

Healthful food perceptions influenced by price

Researchers find that the common ‘lay theory’ that healthful foods always cost more influences our perceptions of what foods are good for us.

Elderberry benefits air travellers

The negative health effects of international air travel are well documented but now it seems that the common elderberry can provide some reliefElderberries are pictured.

Could saccharin be used to treat aggressive cancers?

Researchers believe that the common artificial sweetener saccharin could be used to develop new anticancer drugs to target aggressive cancers.

Scientists offer ‘best practices’ nutrition measurement for researchers

At first glance, measuring what the common fruit fly eats might seem like a trivial matter, but it is absolutely critical when it comes to conducting studies of aging, health, metabolism and disease.

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