Scientists find the link between processed foods and chronic diseases
To understand the potential harm processed foods might inflict on our health, let's first define what we mean by "processed foods."
These are foods altered...
How a plant-based diet battles chronic inflammation
Let's start by understanding what chronic inflammation is.
Unlike the regular inflammation that helps your body heal, chronic inflammation lasts longer and can cause health...
Fighting stroke with forks: how a balanced diet can shield you
Strokes are often thought of as a sudden, unexpected event, but the reality is that they are closely linked to our lifestyle choices, particularly...
The plant power: healing heart disease through diet
What is Angina?
Angina is a signal that your heart isn't getting enough blood, often because of coronary artery disease. It feels like someone is...
How dietary fiber can benefit your health
We often hear about the importance of a high-fiber diet but do we really know what it means and why it's beneficial?
Fiber is a...
Benefits of a low-sodium diet for people with high blood pressure
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a common health issue that can lead to serious problems if not managed correctly.
One way to...
The ketogenic diet: your route to wellness?
Diet plays a crucial role in achieving and maintaining our health and wellness. Among various diets, the ketogenic or 'keto' diet has gained significant...
How western diet links to colorectal cancer
Doctors at Brigham and Women’s Hospital have found out something important about the food we eat.
They noticed that people who eat a lot of...
How Mediterranean diet can combat diabetes
What's on the Menu?
A group of scientists, including some from the Chalmers University of Technology, found that eating a certain type of diet can...
Study reveals health benefits of a dairy-free lifestyle
Many people are exploring dairy-free diets for various reasons, ranging from lactose intolerance and allergies to ethical beliefs or seeking health benefits.
But what exactly...