How caffeine changes the sleeping brain
Caffeine is one of the most widely used substances in the world. It’s in coffee, tea, chocolate, energy drinks, and many soft drinks, making...
Cutting back on processed foods could boost weight loss
A new study has found that people can lose more weight by eating less processed food, even when the meals have the same nutrients.
Researchers...
Vitamin B12 deficiency may cause chronic inflammation
A new study has found a strong link between low levels of vitamin B12 and chronic inflammation—a condition that plays a role in many...
Vitamin B3 boosts body’s natural cancer fighters, study finds
Scientists at the University of Minnesota have found a promising new way to improve cancer treatment by using a vitamin most people already know—vitamin...
Surgery or weight-loss drugs? A bariatric surgeon weighs in
With over 40% of Americans classified as obese, the need for effective long-term weight-loss solutions is greater than ever.
Obesity can lead to serious health...
Bedtime snack may prevent gut disease and diabetes
About one in three people in the United States has prediabetes, and most of them are at risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.
While doctors...
Can alcohol increase risk of pancreatic cancer?
Pancreatic cancer is one of the most aggressive and deadly forms of cancer, partly because it is often detected too late.
Among the many risk...
Can antioxidants make cancer worse?
Many people believe that antioxidants like vitamin C are good for their health. These substances are often found in fruits and vegetables, and they’re...
Best and worst fruits for people with type 2 diabetes
For people with type 2 diabetes, choosing the right foods is very important—and that includes fruits. Fruits are full of vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants...
Best bedtime snacks for people with diabetes
Living with diabetes means making smart food choices all day, including at night. What you eat before bed can affect your blood sugar levels...
Foods to avoid if you have type 2 diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a condition where the body has trouble using insulin properly, which causes blood sugar levels to rise.
One of the most...
Want better sleep tonight? Eat more fruits and veggies today
Struggling to sleep well?
The solution might be as simple as filling your plate with more fruits and vegetables.
A new study led by researchers from...