August 25, 2016 Regular nibbling on nuts linked to low inflammation Eating a handful of nuts five times per week may reduce inflammation, a condition that contributes to heart disease, diabetes and many other chronic illnesses, say the authors of a recent U.S. study.
August 24, 2016 Soda consumption falls after special tax in California city Consumption of soda and other sugary drinks fell by more than a fifth in low-income neighborhoods of Berkeley after the California city became the first in the U.S. to introduce a special tax last year, according to a study published Tuesday.
August 24, 2016 US heart group sets limit on sugar for kids and teens The vast majority of children and teens should have less than six teaspoons of added sugar in their diet each day, according to the American Heart Association.
August 23, 2016 5 ways to avoid falling into the brunch trap There is nothing more satisfying than snuggling in bed past noon on a lazy Sunday morning and waking up to a nice brunch date with friends.
August 22, 2016 Scientists develop edible food packaging to prevent waste Scientists are developing an edible form of packaging which they hope will preserve food more effectively and more sustainably than plastic film, helping to cut both food and plastic waste.
August 22, 2016 Brands offer a healthy new twist to popular foods Walking through the grocery stores, you might notice some new alternative foods popping up, including bean pasta, grain-free bread and nut cheeses.
August 18, 2016 Calcium supplements tied to higher dementia risk for some women Some older women who take calcium supplements commonly recommended to ward off age-related bone damage may face an increased risk of developing dementia, a small study suggests.
August 17, 2016 Can season and place of birth influence celiac disease risk? Winter babies and people born in places with shorter days and less sunlight might have a lower risk of developing celiac disease than peers born in warmer regions or seasons, a Swedish study suggests.
August 16, 2016 Food advertisements may work on children's brains Children make quicker decisions to eat "tasty" food and reward centers in their brains light up after watching food commercials on television compared to nonfood commercials, a small study finds.
August 16, 2016 3 ways to boost your gut health to fight disease Taking care of your gut is one of the most important things you can do for your health— bar none.
