Fruit & veg consumption when young linked to improved heart health...
Research conducted by Michael Miedema MD of the Minneapolis Heart Institute Foundation and colleagues has found that increased consumption of fruit and veg in...
Researchers urge health authorities to rethink vitamin D guidelines
Following the publication of a study from the University of Surrey, worldwide health authorities are being urged to rethink guidance around vitamin D.
TrooFoods launches affordable gut health test
In collaboration with gut health testing company Carbiotix, health food brand TrooFoods is offering a gut health tracking service to customers.
Vitamin K2 improves vascular calcification
A new clinical study published in BMC Nephrology has found that haemodialysis patients benefit from supplementation with vitamin K2.
According to the researchers, the vitamin...
US study shows whole grains increase calorie loss
A new study suggests that substituting whole grains for refined grains in the diet increases calorie loss by reducing calories retained during digestion and speeding up metabolism.
Omega-3s lower risk of death from heart attack
A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine has found that marine and plant-based omega-3 fatty acids are associated with a lower risk of fatal coronary heart disease (CHD).
Low-fat diet no better than other dietary interventions for long-term weight...
A study published in The Lancet Diabetes & Endocrinology has looked at the effectiveness of low-fat diets for long-term weight loss.
The researchers from Brigham...
Survey of omega-3 fatty acid levels points to major deficiencies worldwide
A global survey of the levels omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids in the blood stream of healthy adults reveals worryingly low levels in most regions.
Daily consumption of almonds may reduce wrinkles
New research has found that postmenopausal women who partook in a daily snack of almonds saw a marked improvement in wrinkle width and severity.
Study shows blackcurrant extract increases cardiovascular responses
A study by the University of Chichester reveals how athletes supplemented with blackcurrant extract experience improved cardiovascular responses.
The research was unveiled last week at...