How diet may lead to insomnia

A new study of females aged 50 and over suggests that those who include more refined carbohydrates in their diet have an increased risk of insomnia.

Coconut sugar nutrition

Producers make coconut sugar from coconut palms. Some people may think of it as a more healthful sugar than other kinds, but there is much to consider before a person adds it to their diet as an alternative to sweeteners. Coconut sugar contains both glucose and fructose

How many is too many eggs?

Many people add eggs to their diet to increase their protein intake. Although research once linked eggs to cholesterol, it has now proven that people can consume eggs safely. There is no set number of eggs a person should eat.

What is the difference between animal and plant proteins?

To function, the body needs protein.

Are peanuts good for diabetes? Effect on disease risk

Learn whether peanuts are a good snack option for those who closely monitor their diet due to diabetes. Understand the effect peanuts have on blood sugar.

People with forms of early-onset Parkinson’s disease may benefit from boosting niacin in diet, research suggests

People with certain forms of early-onset Parkinson’s disease may benefit from boosting the amount of niacin in their diet, according to new research from the University of Leicester.

Eating more fruits and vegetables cut kidney patients’ medicine expense in half

People with kidney disease who added more fruits and vegetables to their diet had improved blood pressure and cut their medicine expenses nearly in half compared to those who were treated with a…

Fruits for Diabetes: All You Need to Know

Is fruit unhealthy for people with diabetes? This article takes a look at whether people with diabetes should make room in their diet for fruit.

Is Avocado Good for Diabetes?

Avocados are a popular fruit, but are they good for people with diabetes to include in their diet?

Shift in gut bacteria observed in fiber supplement study may offer good news for weight loss

Most Americans don’t get the daily recommended amount of fiber in their diet, though research has shown that dietary fiber can cause a shift in the gut toward beneficial bacteria, reducing the risk…

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