People Who Mix Energy Drinks With Alcohol Act More Drunk
In a study, perceived levels of intoxication increased by 51 percent among participants given a drink also labeled as an energy drink.
Coffee’s Health Benefits Are Something to Buzz About
Go ahead — have that second cup of coffee.
Avocados Are Causing Serious Hand Injuries
The issue has become so commonplace that doctors in London prepare themselves for a “post-brunch surge” of avocado slicing injuries on Saturday afternoons.
Vitamin D Deficiency May Cause Early Menopause
The study researchers discovered a stark benefit among women who consumed high levels of the essential vitamin.
8 Foods Women Should Probably Add to Their Diet
For their nutritional benefits, these eight foods will do a woman's body good.
Cinnamon May Protect Against Damage From High-Fat Diets
Multiple studies have linked cinnamon to diabetes prevention and healthy insulin levels, and there appears to be a biochemical explanation at play.
Breast Milk Establishes Gut Microbiomes of Babies
The more breast milk the infants received, the more closely their gut’s microbiome resembled their mother’s.
Alternate-Day Fasting May Have Same Results as Counting Calories
Researchers found that alternate-day fasting didn’t make that much of a difference in weight loss compared to people who counted calories.
7 Refueling Snacks to Eat Post-Workout
Maximizing your results after a workout is easy and delicious with these seven refueling snacks.
Plate Color May Influence How Much You Eat
It turns out that certain plate colors have an impact on our perception of food.
This Doctor Just Created a Slimming Chocolate
After developing a variety of supplements that help to better your body from the inside out, Dr. Amy Lee and the Nucific brand are combining two ideas that are usually an oxymoron: slimming and chocolate.
Antibiotics Found to Counteract Benefits of Whole Grain Foods
Whole grain foods are great sources of fiber and nutrients for the body, but antibiotics were found to neutralize these benefits.
3 Myths About Healthy Eating From ‘The Plant Paradox’ by Dr. Steven R. Gundry
Dr. Steven Gundry's new book, "The Plant Paradox," aims to challenge your idea of 'healthy' foods and offer better alternatives for reshaping your diet to focus on gut health.
Salmonella Is No Longer King of Food Poisoning
The bacteria that now outranks salmonella is found naturally in the intestines of chickens, cattle and other animals.
Diet Soda May Be Linked to Stroke, Dementia
A study found that those who consumed artificially sweetened beverages on a daily basis were about three times as likely to experience a stroke or develop dementia compared to people who consumed diet drinks less frequently.
5 Simple Remedies to Cure Uncomfortable Constipation
Almost everyone has experienced the uncomfortable symptoms of constipation. Here are five remedies to alleviate this condition.
Strawberries Found to Knock Down Breast Cancer in Mice
The scientists' success in animal trials may suggest strawberry extract as a curative remedy for breast cancer, although many more studies would need to be done before extrapolating to humans.
An Apple a Day Could Keep Diabetes Away
Eating fresh fruit everyday was found to positively impact both diabetes and overall mortality risk.
Eating Salty Food Increases Hunger, Not Thirst
A new study disproves that the more salt you eat, the thirstier you become.
New Chewing Gum May Detect Cancer
The gum detects “volatiles” within saliva as it’s chewed and is then studied to find if the chewer produced chemicals associated with cancer.
Dairy-Free Diets Could Harm Young People’s Bone Health
The trend of young people switching to dairy-free diets is concerning in that they may not be getting enough vitamins necessary for bone health.
These 7 Foods Could Be Killing Your Sex Drive
Not feeling "in the mood" lately? These common foods could be sabotaging your sex drive.
Men Who Eat Garlic May Smell More Attractive to Women
In the spirit of #NationalGarlicDay, here's the scoop on a lesser known fact about this potent food.
5 Vegetarian Recipes That Will Make You Forget About Meat
It's #meatlessMonday, and we've got five vegetarian recipes to make today or any day.
Avocados Could Treat Metabolic Syndrome
In addition to reducing cholesterol levels, eating this fatty and fibrous fruit can aid in weight loss, therefore staving off the threat of type II diabetes.
Why You May Want to Fast Before Working Out
Not eating before working out may seem counterintuitive, but a new study says that waiting to eat until after your workout may help you burn more fat.
Now You Can Drink Your Water and Eat It, Too
Believe it or not, this ball of water is entirely edible.
6 Ways to Remedy Your Sugar Addiction
Here are six steps you can take towards curbing a sugar addiction.
This Bionic Leaf Has the Potential to End World Hunger
Just like how fertilizer may have been the main factor in preventing a worldwide food crisis in the 20th century, now a ‘bionic’ leaf holds the same potential for our global future.
Celiac Disease Induced By Common Virus: Study
When given to mice, an infection known as reovirus sparked an inflammatory response that led the immune system to “overreact” to gluten and essentially bring on celiac disease.
7 Foods to Boost Your Sex Drive
Need a little boost in the bedroom? Try some or all of these libido-enhancing foods.
Stone Age Cannibalism Was Not About Nutrition: Study
Humans, as it turns out, are a terrible source of calories and nutrients.
Coca-Cola Funded Media Conferences to Sway Journalists: Report
A report reveals that industry money was used to sway journalists to report that inactivity is a bigger problem than sugar consumption in the obesity epidemic.
Add Legumes to Your Diet to Cut Diabetes Risk, Suggests Study
Eating about one-and-a-half servings of legumes per week was associated with a 35% reduced risk of developing diabetes.
This Natural Indian Herb Might Help You Fall Asleep
While Ashwagandha has been traditionally known to ensure a better night’s sleep for centuries, no one quite understood which active element of the herb actually helps to promote sleepiness until now.
Marmite as Brain Food? The British May Have a Health Secret
Are the British onto something with this tangy food spread?
Waiting at Vending Machines May Help You Make Healthier Choices
Would you still pick an unhealthy snack from a vending machine if you had to wait longer for it?
Overweight Moms Are More Likely to Have Children Who Develop Epilepsy: Study
A new study found that the greater a mother’s body mass index, the greater the risk of having a baby that developed childhood epilepsy.
Turning Off TV While Eating Family Meals May Lower Obesity Rate
Preparing home-cooked meals and turning off sources of entertainment during mealtime both encourage better food choices and contribute to lower obesity rates among families.
Most Cookbooks Lack Sufficient Food-Safety Information, Study Says
The study authors found a particular grievance with a common characteristic of cookbooks: using the duration of cooking in place of an internal temperature reading.
Breastfeeding Does Not Make Children Smarter Long-Term: Study
Children in a study who were breastfed for six months did show lower rates of hyperactivity and better problem solving skills by age three, but when the children turned five, those differences dissipated.
Your Microbiome is a ‘Sexy’ Topic for These Leading Doctors on Gut Health
Gut health was one of many topics discussed at the 2017 American College of Physicians Internal Medicine Meeting in San Diego.
Two Yale Students Think They Can Prevent Your Next Hangover
The students say their product is better than other hangover supplements because it addresses the four root causes of hangovers.
Eating Less Salt Could Mean Fewer Midnight Bathroom Trips
The researchers studied 300 volunteers who all previously reported high salt intake and sleep-related problems.
Fruit Juice Could Be Causing Your Child to Gain Weight
Data from the observational studies demonstrated clinically significant weight gain for children younger than the age of two.
Italians Are the Healthiest People in the World: Report
Could marinara sauce be the true fountain of youth?
America’s Fattest Cities Are All in One Part of the Country
Except for one city, most of the top 20 fattest American cities are all in the South.
These Late Night Snacks Won’t Leave You Feeling Guilty
Craving a late-night snack before bedtime? Check out these five easy foods that promote sleep.
Too Many Women Seeking to Become Pregnant Lack Proper Nutrition: Study
The study authors also found that nutrition scores rose in accordance with a person’s education level, with the best scores generally among those with a college degree.
‘No Sugar’ Labels May Not Reflect Actual Nutritional Value: Study
A new study found it is far more likely for a product to be less nutritious on the whole if it carries a “low” or “reduced” content claim.
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