7 anti-inflammatory foods to add to your cart this week
Most Americans get more than half of their daily calories from ultra-processed foods things like fast food, packaged chips, frozen dinners and commercially baked goods. That matters because high consumption of these products has been directly linked to a pro-inflammatory state in the body, a condition tied to the development and progression of serious chronic […]
Moderate wine drinking may actually help men age more slowly according to compelling new research
Moderate wine intake has long been associated with the Mediterranean lifestyle, a way of eating and living that researchers have studied for decades in search of clues about why some populations age so gracefully. Now a new study is adding a specific and striking detail to that picture, suggesting that moderate wine consumption may be […]
Do your genes reveal why the same healthy habits work brilliantly for some and fail others
Genes may matter far more to your health routine than anyone has given them credit for. For years the conversation around healthy ageing has centered on choices. Eat better. Move more. Sleep well. Stay socially connected. The advice is familiar, and the evidence behind it is real. But a new international study is adding a […]
Gut microbiome interventions are proving surprisingly effective at preserving memory
Gut health has spent years on the periphery of serious medical conversation, associated more with digestive discomfort than with anything as consequential as memory or mental sharpness. That is changing fast. A growing body of research is drawing an increasingly clear line between the health of the gut microbiome and the trajectory of cognitive decline […]
The heart health benefits of extra virgin olive oil: How much is enough?
Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is a cornerstone of the Mediterranean diet, known for its numerous health benefits. Recent research from the University of Florida has shed light on how much EVOO is optimal for heart health. Key findings from the study Both high and low usage of EVOO diets resulted in lower levels of […]
The impact of diet on cognitive health: Insights from recent research
Recent studies have reinforced the critical role of diet in maintaining cognitive function throughout life. A high-quality diet, rich in plants and low in processed foods, not only benefits overall health but also significantly decreases the risk of cognitive decline and dementia. The link between diet and cognitive function Research presented at NUTRITION 2024 highlights […]