Just as what you eat can affect your heart, a growing body of research shows it’s just as important for your brain health. For example, a recent study by researchers at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago shows the MIND diet—a plan...
Chronic joint pain is a far too common occurrence in the United States. Those suffering from joint pain almost always experience a significant drop in quality of life, with their debilitating condition preventing them from playing their favorite sports,...
Unsurprisingly, the foods you eat can help lower cholesterol, and healthy choices like vegetables and fruits are healthy go-tos in a healthy diet. However, if you are unsure where to begin and what produce will particularly help to manage...
Dieticians say a protein-rich diet can help you reach your weight-loss goals.  They also recommend opting for whole-grain loaves or quinoa over white bread and adding low-fat dairy. Shrimp and salmon can also bulk up a meal, making black beans...
Getting additional omega-3 fatty acids through the addition of supplements or changes to your diet may help protect your hearing as you age. The claims come from a new study presented in NUTRITION 2023, presented Monday at the annual meeting...
If you’ve noticed, lately, flaxseeds have been getting more attention. You can thank TikTok for shining the light on the now-trendy mighty seed. Users have claimed that the flaxseed gel applied to the face is “the same as Botox.” However,...
You have probably heard the old saying, "Eat more carrots! It's good for your eyes," at least once. Is the saying just an old wife's tale, or is the old adage true? According to Nebraska Medicine ophthalmologist Chris Conrady, MD,...
If you are committed to healthy eating or are on a weight-loss diet, you’ll probably try to avoid the buttery mashed potatoes and tempting Christmas desserts this holiday season. But dietitians recommend dodging some other festive food favorites you...
A scan of the dairy case at your local grocery store will show you row upon row of products containing varying fat levels. Low-fat, non-fat, whole — but what’s the healthiest option? If you consult health authorities like the World...
Hair loss can be distressing — particularly for women. Of course, there are medications, but many of us would like to avoid the unnecessary use of these drugs. So what are some natural alternatives? Here are a few: Acupuncture More research...