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Eating healthy on a budget: Simple tips to save money and stay healthy

Eating healthy doesn’t have to be expensive! With rising food prices, many people struggle to afford nutritious meals. In fact, a June 2024 survey by...

Sugary drinks may cause millions of diabetes and heart disease cases worldwide

A new study estimates that sugary drinks contribute to millions of cases of type 2 diabetes and heart disease each year. Researchers from Tufts University’s...

Swapping butter for plant-based oils could help you live longer

A new study suggests that replacing butter with plant-based oils like soybean, canola, and olive oil could significantly improve health and lower the risk...

The worst foods for high blood pressure in older people

High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common condition that affects many seniors. It can strain the heart, damage blood vessels, and increase the...

Trouble sleeping? The culprit may be something you ate

Can't sleep at night? Researchers say the reason – and the solution – could be lurking in your kitchen. The ingredients for poor sleep can...

This new salt substitute may help lower blood pressure

Many people love salty foods like pizza, chips, burgers, and bread. But in the U.S., the average person eats too much salt, consuming over 3,400 milligrams of...

Study shows surprising link between gut health and high blood pressure

Researchers at Monash University have uncovered how the gut—and the food we eat—affects high blood pressure. Their discovery could lead to new, targeted treatments for...

Fruits and vegetables can lower blood pressure and protect heart and kidneys

A new study has found that eating more fruits and vegetables can help lower blood pressure and improve both heart and kidney health, especially...

Food for thought: How diet affects the brain over a lifetime

A wealth of research shows that what people eat affects the body's ability to ward off heart disease and stroke. And a growing body of...

Common artificial sweeteners linked to higher risk of heart disease

Artificial sweeteners like aspartame have long been promoted as a healthier alternative to sugar, allowing people to enjoy sweet treats without the extra calories. However,...