Identifying Ultra-Processed Foods: Surprising Examples Tuesday, April 29, 2025 processed food health nutrition ingredients research diet impact heart choices When considering ultra-processed foods, many often think of high-fat or high-sugar snacks and meals such as cookies, chips, sausages, and pastries. However, there are some less obvious examples that may not immediately come … Read More
The Prevalence of Sexual Dysfunction Among People with MS Monday, April 28, 2025 ms sexual dysfunction awareness survey charity support health relationships research campaign A recent study released for MS Awareness Week has highlighted the issue of sexual dysfunction among people with MS. The report, conducted in partnership with the MS Together Charity, revealed that 97% of individuals with MS … Read More
The Impact of Cinnamon Supplements on Prescription Medication Efficacy Monday, April 28, 2025 cinnamon supplements medication drugs interaction health research cinnamaldehyde efficacy prescribed Researchers have identified a surprising link between a common kitchen spice and the potential reduction in the efficacy of prescribed medications. The spice in question is cinnamon, and the concerning component is … Read More
Two Foods That May Slash Blood Pressure, According to Researchers Sunday, April 27, 2025 blood pressure diet potassium hypertension sodium research university of waterloo bananas broccoli nutrients New research has brought to light the potential impact of incorporating two specific types of food into one’s diet to lower blood pressure. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is characterized by the … Read More
The Life-Extending Power of Food: How Your Diet Can Add 13 Years to Your Lifespan Saturday, April 26, 2025 diet lifespan longevity food study health research nutrition mediterranean diet plos medicine Recent research has shed light on how specific dietary changes could potentially lengthen your lifespan by up to 13 years. A 2022 study published in PLOS Medicine identified six key alterations to our eating habits that could … Read More
Reducing Dementia Risk: The Impact of Blood Pressure Management Friday, April 25, 2025 research dementia blood pressure health diet prevention study alzheimer's hypertension risk New research has highlighted the potential of reducing high blood pressure and making dietary changes in decreasing the risk of developing dementia. A study from the University of Texas, involving 34,000 individuals with high … Read More