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Higher vitamin D levels linked to lower dementia risk

Scientists find that higher vitamin D levels in the brain are linked to better cognitive function in older people.

Plant-based diets play a big role in preventing obesity and related diseases

Scientists found that plant-based diets play a big role in preventing obesity and related diseases.

One avocado per day does not reduce belly fat, study finds

Scientists from Tufts University and elsewhere found that eating one avocado per day does not reduce belly fat effectively.

Reducing sodium intake could help prevent and treat high blood pressure

Scientists from UCSI University and elsewhere found reducing sodium intake can effectively prevent and treat high blood pressure.

Healthy plant-based diets could help you live longer

Eating healthy plant-based diets may help people live long, whereas eating unhealthy plant-based diets may increase the death risk.

Mediterranean diet may boost fertility, study finds

Scientists from Monash University and elsewhere found the Mediterranean diet may boost fertility.

A plant-based diet is better for your heart health

Scientists from the University of Freiburg and elsewhere confirmed that a plant-based diet is better for heart health.

Tart cherry could help reduce inflammation, study finds

Scientists from Neyshabur University of Medical Sciences and elsewhere found that tart cherry may help reduce inflammation in the body.

People with severe high blood pressure should reduce coffee intake, shows study

People with severe high blood pressure who drink two or more cups of caffeinated coffee each day could double their risk of dying from heart disease and stroke.

Montmorency cherry and blueberry juice could protect heart health

Scientists found drinking Montmorency tart cherry and blueberry juice may protect heart health.