Nutrition

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.

The CDC’s new fall vaccine rules: Who needs the stronger flu shot and when to go

The guidance for this season draws a clearer line on who gets the stronger flu shot at 65 and over, and who still needs a COVID dose.

Stanford scientists found what modern guts are missing, and linked it to chronic disease

The guts of two remote populations still carry hundreds of bacteria most of us appear to have lost somewhere along the way.

Normal ferritin levels by age and sex: what your blood test result means

The marker appears on routine blood panels, yet the number can tell two very different stories about your health.

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.

The CDC’s new fall vaccine rules: Who needs the stronger flu shot and when to go

The guidance for this season draws a clearer line on who gets the stronger flu shot at 65 and over, and who still needs a COVID dose.

Stanford scientists found what modern guts are missing, and linked it to chronic disease

The guts of two remote populations still carry hundreds of bacteria most of us appear to have lost somewhere along the way.

Simple ways to get more vitamin D without supplements

Vitamin D is vital for strong bones, immunity, and overall well-being, yet many people don’t get enough through their diet alone. The good news?...

New Research Reveals a Link Between Breakfast Timing and Your Health

A new study sheds light on how not just what you eat, but when you eat. Especially breakfast can have significant effects on your...

Cardiologists urge: Foods that keep your heart strong after 60

As the years go by, the body becomes more sensitive to what we eat. That’s why it’s crucial that meals not only provide energy...

Quick snacks without sugar – dietitian approved

Snacking throughout the day doesn’t have to mean giving in to sugar cravings. In fact, choosing the right small bites can help you stay...

From Aspartame to Stevia: Which Sweetener Should You Choose?

When you reach for a diet soda or a pack of sugar-free candy, chances are you’re also getting a good dose of artificial or...

3 Herbal Teas That Could Be Risky If You Have Diabetes

For many, sipping a warm cup of herbal tea feels like the ultimate act of self-care. It’s soothing, caffeine-free, and often promoted as a...