Fructose Heavy Diet May Dull Memory
Fructose is a type of sugar found commonly in sweetened drinks and junk foods, and a recent animal study shows it may dull memory.
Pine Tree Extract Eases Pain
Pycnogenol, which is obtained from the French maritime pine tree, reduces inflammation and eases pain according to Italian researchers.
Saying Swear Words May Ease Pain
Saying “Bleep, Bleep, Bleep!!” may actually help you feel better, just make sure your little ones can’t hear you.
Fish Boost Teens’ Intelligence
Teenage boys who consume fish weekly were found to have higher cognitive skills than teens who didn’t eat fish as often.
Most Cancer Patients Have Low Vitamin D
The Cancer Treatment Centers of America recommend that all people with cancer be screened for low vitamin D levels and be treated aggressively to improve levels.
Does Marriage Mean More Weight Gain?
Marriage offers many benefits, but a trim waistline may not be one of them. Many couples find themselves putting on the pounds after they say “I do”.
The Right Foods Will Lift Your Mood
Feeling blue? Add these foods to your diet and you may see a beneficial change in your mood.
Redefining Vitamin D Deficiency
Just a couple of decades ago vitamin D deficiency was thought to be a rare condition, but emerging research has shed light on this serious epidemic.
More Than Just Jack-o’-Lanterns
It's finally pumpkin season, and considering pumpkins' nutritional profile, there are many reasons to celebrate.
Supporting Sustainability: Ask the Right Questions
How do you spot local, sustainable foods at your market? Unless produce is labeled as such, it can be a challenge to support local farmers and identify foods that were sustainably raised.
1 In 3 Have Gene That Raises Cancer Risk from Processed Meat
A gene has been identified in 1 out of 3 people that raises the risk of colorectal cancer from eating red or processed meat .
No Increased Kidney Stone Risk with Higher Vitamin D Levels
Concerns about increased risk of kidney stones with supplementation may not be warranted according to new research.