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Can potatoes increase your blood pressure?
Potatoes are a popular food around the world, but how they’re prepared may influence their impact on health.
A recent study from Imperial College London...
Western diets increase risks of cancer and gut inflammation
A global review of dietary patterns has revealed how what we eat profoundly affects our gut health, influencing the risk of diseases like inflammatory...
High-dose of some vitamin can harm your eyes, study finds
Niacin, or vitamin B3, is commonly used to lower cholesterol and treat hyperlipidemia. It is available in both prescription and over-the-counter forms.
However, while it...
Drinking coffee this way may help your heart stay healthy
A recent study from Semmelweis University found that drinking up to three cups of coffee a day might protect your heart and reduce the...
The best diets for older people with diabetes
Managing diabetes becomes even more important as we age.
For seniors, a healthy diet can make a big difference in controlling blood sugar, maintaining energy...
When can coffee drinking increase heart disease death risk?
A recent study has shown that drinking two or more cups of coffee a day may double the risk of death from heart disease...
Compound in mushrooms could slow down aging
Many people dream of living long, healthy lives, free from age-related illnesses.
However, as we age, the risk of developing conditions like Alzheimer’s disease or...
Cucumbers are trendy, but how healthy are they?
Cucumbers have always been cool. Now, thanks to social media, they're also hot.
Viral cucumber recipes racked up millions of views in the past year,...
Sugary drinks strongly increase heart disease risk, study finds
A recent study has uncovered an intriguing relationship between sugar consumption and cardiovascular disease risk.
While eating sugary treats in moderation might actually lower your...
The best diet for a healthy heart after 50
A new study has shed light on a crucial question for people over 50: What is the best diet to keep your heart healthy...
How vitamin D helps control high blood pressure
When we think about vitamin D, we usually associate it with strong bones and a healthy immune system.
But this "sunshine vitamin" does much more...
Research finds surprising link between vitamin C and obesity
A recent study by the University of Otago, Christchurch, has uncovered a critical connection between low levels of vitamin C and higher body weight,...
Fibre may help protect your gut from overgrowth of harmful bugs
Our body isn’t just human — it’s home to trillions of microorganisms found in or on us.
In fact, there are more microbes in our...
How a low-carb breakfast may help manage type 2 diabetes
A recent study from UBC Okanagan suggests that making a small change to breakfast could significantly help people with Type 2 Diabetes (T2D) manage...
Alcohol and early death: a new warning
A new federal report suggests that drinking alcohol may increase the risk of dying early.
Released by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS),...
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This common plant nutrient could help reduce high blood pressure
Scientists from the Hospital of Southern Medical University found that quercetin, a plant pigment (flavonoid) that gives many fruit colors may help control high...
Natural blood pressure controllers: 12 foods that lower blood pressure
Hypertension, commonly known as high blood pressure, is a serious health issue that can lead to various complications if not controlled.
The foods you eat...
These antioxidants could help reduce the risk of dementia
Scientists from National Institute on Aging found that certain antioxidants in foods may also reduce the risk for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias.
Alzheimer's disease...
Potatoes and high blood pressure: understanding the connection
Potatoes are a popular and versatile vegetable enjoyed by many people worldwide.
However, there has been some discussion about the impact of potato intake on...
Early time-restricted eating could help lose weight and improve blood pressure
Scientists found that early time-restricted eating could help people lose weight and improve blood pressure.