August 1, 2023

Vegetarian Diet May Be the Best Bet for Those at High Risk for Heart Disease

As more people are advised to shun meat, a new study from Australia adds to evidence that a vegetarian diet can help improve heart health.

July 25, 2023

Milk Alternatives Don't Always Measure Up to Milk

If you’re drinking soy, oat or almond milk, you may not be getting the same nutrients as you would with a glass of cow’s milk.

July 24, 2023

Olive Oil a Powerful Prescription Against Dementia

People looking to stay mentally sharp as they age might want to swap out margarine for olive oil, a preliminary study suggests.

July 19, 2023

WHO Agency Declares Aspartame a Possible Carcinogen

In findings that are likely to fuel the debate over the safety of aspartame, one World Health Organization (WHO) agency announced Thursday that the artificial sweetener is a possible carcinogen while another stood firm in saying that aspartame is safe in recommended doses.

July 10, 2023

Eat These 6 Foods to Keep Your Adult Heart Strong

Certain foods are key to reducing heart disease risk, so it’s important to eat them to stay healthy.

June 30, 2023

Is Coffee's Morning Jolt Mostly Placebo?

Coffee kickstarts many a sleepyhead’s day, but a new study argues that it’s not the caffeine alone that provides the morning wake-up.