Natural Mineral May Reverse Memory Loss and Boost Learning
Selenium – a mineral found in many foods – could reverse the cognitive impact of stroke and boost learning and memory in aging brains, according…
Selenium – a mineral found in many foods – could reverse the cognitive impact of stroke and boost learning and memory in aging brains, according…
A study including nearly 312,000 current drinkers suggests consuming moderate amounts of alcohol (no more than 14 grams per day for women and 28 grams…
Marcel Dicke already knew that insects are an excellent source of protein for humans, but he didn’t expect to learn that they have such a…
Emotional, non-rational, even explosive remarks in public discourse have escalated in recent years. Politicians endure insults during legislative discussions; scientists receive emails and tweets containing…
Study questions the role of vitamin D2 in human health but its sibling, vitamin D3, could be important for fighting infections. New research has found…
Large-scale study finds that eating vegetables does not protect against cardiovascular disease. Previous positive studies may not have sufficiently corrected for confounding socioeconomic and lifestyle…
Cow’s milk is an excellent source of calcium which, along with vitamin D, is needed to build strong, dense bones. Milk also contains protein, the…
Decades of research has shown that limits on calorie intake by flies, worms, and mice can enhance life span in laboratory conditions. But whether such…
Comprehensive review explains how overconsumption of fructose, a common additive in sweetened foods and beverages, can contribute to diseases. In today’s fast-paced world, the dependence…
Understanding the underlying causes of obesity and how to prevent it is the best way to fight the obesity epidemic, according to Esra Tasali, MD,…
A new model, available as an online calculator, estimates the impact of dietary changes on life expectancy. A young adult in the U.S. could add…
This Super Bowl Sunday, millions of Americans will reach for avocados to make guacamole, a standard go-to snack for game day. But that green goodness…
There are a lot of health factors to keep in mind as we navigate through the dietary day: calories, carbohydrates, protein, saturated fat, vitamins and…
Joint Bar-Ilan University, Galilee Medical Center study affirms that sufficient vitamin D levels may positively influence the outcome of infection. Vitamin D is most often…
Scientists find evidence that carnosic acid can block SARS-CoV-2 infection and reduce inflammation. A team co-led by scientists at Scripps Research has found evidence that…
Dietary intake of flavan-3-ols, type of dietary polyphenolics, could help prevent obesity by sympathetic nervous system-induced browning of fat tissue. In cold conditions, brown adipose…
From sweet treats to holiday indulgences, candy plays a big role in American culture, with consumption surging around Valentine’s Day, Halloween, Easter, and Christmas. Sugar,…
With a more pronounced effect after two years of supplementation. Taking daily vitamin D supplements — or a combination of vitamin D and omega-3 fish…