Category: Nutrition

Is Red Meat Good or Bad for Your Health? Synthesizing Conflicting Evidence on Cancer, Heart Disease, Diabetes, and Nutrient Benefits

Key Takeaways Large meta-analyses of observational studies link higher red meat intake—especially processed—to modestly increased risks of cardiovascular disease (CVD), type 2 diabetes, and colorectal cancer, though absolute risks …

Is Milk Good or Bad for Your Health? Synthesizing Conflicting Evidence on Dairy, Bones, Cancer, and Heart Disease

Key Takeaways A large Swedish cohort study linked high milk intake (3+ glasses/day) to nearly doubled mortality risk and higher fracture rates in women, raising questions about liquid milk’s …

Blood glucose meter with healthy foods, exercise equipment, and medical supplies illustrating diabetes management and prevention.

Diabetes: A Complete Guide to Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment, Prevention, and Future Therapies

What is Diabetes? Diabetes mellitus is a group of chronic conditions that cause blood glucose (blood sugar) levels to become too high. Glucose is an important source of energy, …

A list of diuretic vegetables and their health benefits

Diuretic foods promote urine secretion and toxin elimination and are known to improve problems with water retention and high blood pressure. Vegetables rich in water, fiber, and minerals stimulate …

Chronic Stress Disrupts Brain’s Satiety Signals in Mice, Driving Overeating—Human Relevance Unclear

Key Takeaways Chronic stress in mice deactivates the lateral habenula, a brain region that regulates reward responses, leading to unchecked consumption of high-fat/sweet foods. Chronically stressed mice on high-fat …

Things to Do and Not to Do When You Have Fatty Liver Disease

When talking about fatty liver disease, it is not unusual to find many people linking it to alcohol consumption. You can have it, however, even if you don’t drink …

Caloric Restriction and Aging: 12% Fewer Calories Boost Longevity Markers Without Sacrificing Muscle Strength, Study Finds

Key Takeaways: A 12% calorie cut (vs. 25% goal) improved aging biomarkers, proving even modest restriction benefits health. Participants lost muscle mass but not strength—suggesting enhanced “muscle-specific force” (more …