Diet

Unsweetened tea is associated with reduced mortality risk, while sugar-sweetened varieties show no significant health benefits, according to recent studies. Read More.

“Not all potatoes are created equal,” the study's lead author said Read More.

High consumption of ultra-processed foods such as soft drinks, mass-produced bread, and ready meals, was associated with a greater risk of lung cancer, a new study has found. Read More.

Over-the-counter (OTC) products like St John’s Wort and omega-3s have long been touted for helping with depression, but new research reveals that 64 different OTC products have been tested in clinical trials, with varying levels of evidence. Read More.

An observational study involving American older adults revealed that higher dietary copper intake is associated with higher cognitive function, especially in individuals with a history of stroke. The study is published in Scientific Reports. Read More.

Health professionals discuss whether gluten causes mood problems, emphasizing bread quality over elimination for better mental health and emotional resilience. Read More.

Eggs are finally being vindicated after decades of cholesterol-related blame. New research from the University of South Australia reveals that eggs, despite their cholesterol content, aren't the dietary villains they've long been made out to be. Instead, it's the saturated fats found in foods like bacon and sausage that actually elevate harmful LDL cholesterol levels. In a world-first study, researchers showed that eating two eggs a day, as part of a low saturated fat diet, can even help reduce LDL cholesterol, challenging outdated guidelines and offering heart-healthy news for breakfast lovers everywhere. Read More.

A new study finds that there is an optimum level of dietary copper intake for older people, below which cognitive function may be impaired, and above which there was no further benefit. Read More.

Night eating disorder, also known as night eating syndrome, is a condition where a person will tend to eat at least 25% of their daily calories after they have had their evening meal. The condition also results in disturbances in the person’s sleep pattern. A similar condition is sleep related eating disorder (SRED). Read More.

Creatine supplementation may improve cognitive performance and mood, offering insights into its role in muscle-brain interactions and overall health. Read More.

Obesity medicine specialist urges hydration to counter effects of dry mouth Read More.

Pistachios are not only beautiful, with their unique green color, they’re addictively delicious. Whether snacked on by the handful, added to trail mix, or stirred into baked goods, Americans can’t seem to get enough of these popular nuts. Read More.

Carrots originated in the Middle East and Central Asia, with early varieties being purple, black or yellow. The familiar orange carrot was developed by Dutch growers in the 17th century. Read More.

Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian says better health—for all—comes from greater access to fresh food. Read More.

Scientists are working on turning chocolate into a superfood by adding probiotics and prebiotics to improve gut health. Probiotics are healthy bacteria that help with digestion, and prebiotics act as… Read More.