Eating more plant-based proteins can lower blood pressure, study finds
A recent study published in the Journal of the American Heart Association suggests that eating more plant-based proteins like beans, nuts, and lentils can...
Eating healthier in midlife could protect your brain
A large new study suggests that changing to a healthier diet in middle age could lower your risk of dementia—even if you haven’t eaten...
Eating nuts may help control blood sugar in people with diabetes
A recent study from the University of Toronto has found that eating nuts instead of carbohydrates may help people with type 2 diabetes manage...
Foods that can harm your kidneys and how to avoid them
Your kidneys are incredibly important for keeping your body healthy. They filter waste from your blood, help control blood pressure, and maintain the right...
Daily mango may boost heart health in older women
As women reach menopause—a stage that 1.3 million U.S. women enter every year—their risk of heart disease significantly increases.
Nearly half of American women are...
Coffee may pose risks for people with severe high blood pressure
A new study led by Hiroyasu Iso and his team, published in the Journal of the American Heart Association, has found that people with severe...
Coffee or green tea? What they really mean for your blood pressure
Many people around the world begin their mornings with either a cup of coffee or green tea.
Coffee is well known for helping people feel...
Foods to avoid for healthy blood pressure
High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is a common health problem, especially in older adults.
If it's not managed well, it can lead to...
Daily yoghurt may help lower high blood pressure, study finds
If you enjoy a scoop of yoghurt in the morning or as a quick snack during the day, here’s some good news: it might...
Whole-fat dairy food may benefit your heart health, study finds
For years, Americans have been told to cut down on fat, especially in dairy products, to protect their hearts. This advice led to the...