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),...
Nuts may help control blood sugar in type 2 diabetes
A recent study by scientists at the University of Toronto suggests that eating nuts instead of carbohydrates could help people with type 2 diabetes...
Foods to avoid for high blood pressure in seniors
High blood pressure, or hypertension, is a common health issue for seniors and can lead to serious problems like heart disease, stroke, and kidney...