New Testing Method for Vitamin Deficiencies
Blood proteins can be used to estimate levels of essential vitamins and minerals in just one test, rather than multiple individual tests.
Vitamin D – Diabetes Prevention Study
This will be the first large scale clinical trial to investigate if supplemental vitamin D can prevent or delay type 2 diabetes in those who are at high risk for the disease.
Fishy Diet Reduces Alzheimer’s Risk
John FauberA study using MRI scans of the brain found that older people who regularly ate baked fish had less loss of brain cells as well as better performance on cognitive tests. While the research only shows an association between fish consumption and brain health,...Is Sugar to Blame?
Is the prevalence of sugar in the American diet to blame for our obesity epidemic and related health problems?
Large Waist Linked to Diabetes
If you are overweight with a large waist you are just as likely to develop diabetes as someone who is clinically obese.
Reduce the Juice
In moderation pure fruit juice can be a healthy beverage, but excessive intake is a problem for many.
Low Vitamin D and Stroke Risk
Low dietary intake of vitamin D was found to be associated with a higher risk of stroke when compared with those who consumed the greatest amount of vitamin D from the diet.
Watermelon for Weight Control and a Healthy Heart
Watermelon may help manage weight, prevent plaque build up, and lower cholesterol.
Medication-Induced Nutrient Deficiencies
Common medications may be causing millions of Americans to become nutrient deficient.
How To Measure Fat Loss Accurately
If you are trying to get healthy and lose some extra weight, measuring inches lost can be a great motivator. Here are some tips on how to do it correctly.
What’s Really in Your Coca-Cola?
Coca-Cola has been around for 125 years, but what do you know about this sugary beverage and it’s impact on health.
Low-Alcohol Beer Next Gatorade?
A Bavarian brewmeister is encouraging athletes to refuel on his almost alcohol free beer to help them recover from training, but many athletes aren’t so sure.