Nutrition

Daily vitamin C cut deaths nearly in half in a randomized blood cancer trial

Researchers tested a cheap, everyday vitamin in people with a quiet blood disorder, and the survival numbers caught them off guard.

8 warning signs of selenium deficiency most people mistake for fatigue

Your thyroid needs more than iodine, and when this second mineral runs short the signs are easy to blame on burnout.

8 warning signs of vitamin B12 deficiency that are easy to mistake for aging or stress

The body quietly slows down when a key vitamin runs low, and the first clues often look like something else entirely.

How eating blueberries every day may protect your memory and sharpen your focus

A single serving on your plate each day has turned up again and again in trials of older adults and their memory.

What pregnant women eat may affect their baby’s health, and one food stood out in a new study

A Harvard-led study involving more than 1,300 mothers has uncovered a surprising connection between pregnancy diets and two common conditions in babies. Researchers found that women who ate more seafood and followed a Mediterranean-style diet were less likely to have infants who developed both colic and eczema.

Daily vitamin C cut deaths nearly in half in a randomized blood cancer trial

Researchers tested a cheap, everyday vitamin in people with a quiet blood disorder, and the survival numbers caught them off guard.

8 warning signs of selenium deficiency most people mistake for fatigue

Your thyroid needs more than iodine, and when this second mineral runs short the signs are easy to blame on burnout.

8 warning signs of vitamin B12 deficiency that are easy to mistake for aging or stress

The body quietly slows down when a key vitamin runs low, and the first clues often look like something else entirely.

How eating blueberries every day may protect your memory and sharpen your focus

A single serving on your plate each day has turned up again and again in trials of older adults and their memory.

How chia seeds can affect your blood sugar if you eat them regularly

Chia seeds have become a popular part of a healthy diet, and research suggests they may also benefit blood pressure. However, their effects appear...

What science says about the olive oil and lemon trend

Millions of people are starting their mornings with olive oil and lemon juice, convinced it can boost their health. But researchers say the science tells a more complicated story.

What Cristiano Ronaldo eats to stay at the top of his game

What does one of the world's greatest footballers eat? Cristiano Ronaldo's diet is built around simple, wholesome ingredients.

Most people eat tomatoes the wrong way – here’s how to get more nutrients from them

Tomatoes are a staple ingredient in many meals, but the way they are eaten can have a significant impact on their nutritional value.

Feeling sleepy after lunch? Apple cider vinegar could make a difference

Research suggests that a common kitchen cupboard staple may help keep energy levels more stable.

Too much fruit juice in childhood may raise blood pressure risk

A major study suggests that children’s choice of beverages may influence their risk of developing high blood pressure later in life.