Diet
Best supplements for lowering blood pressure
If you buy something through a link on this page, we may earn a small commission. How this works.High blood pressure is a common issue. A person can reduce their blood pressure by following a healthful diet, exercising, and avoiding smoking. Can taking dietary supplements, including vitamins, minerals, or herbs, also help?According to the American…
Could a probiotic prevent or reverse Parkinson’s?
A new study using a roundworm model of Parkinson's disease found that a probiotic bacterium could prevent, and in some cases reverse, toxic protein buildup.Misfolded alpha-synuclein proteins in the brain are the hallmark sign of Parkinson's…
Can diet improve a person’s vaginal health?
Certain foods and drinks contain compounds that may improve vaginal health and symptoms of vaginal conditions. These include probiotics, prebiotics, and fermented food and beverages.The vagina uses natural secretions, immune defenses, and…
What to know about free-range eggs
In general, hens that are free to roam in their houses and have access to some outside space produce free-range eggs. Hens that live in cages without any roaming opportunities produce cage eggs.Many egg cartons carry the free-range label.…
Does diet influence mental health? Assessing the evidence
Can diet impact mental health? A new review takes a look at the evidence. Overall, the authors conclude that although nutrition certainly does appear to have an impact, there are still many gaps in our knowledge.Nutrition is big business,…
Vegan fast food: 33 plant-based options
With veganism on the rise, there are now more plant-based food options available in supermarkets and restaurants than there ever has been before.Fast food venues are also catching on to the surge in demand for plant-based offerings. As a…
What to know about elevated blood pressure after eating
Blood pressure refers to how forcefully blood is flowing through blood vessels. Certain factors can cause blood…
Depression
Depression: 35 extra minutes of exercise daily slashes risk
It is common knowledge that exercise is good for physical health, but a new study shows that it can also help…
Negative bias in people with depression is temporary
The tendency to have an enhanced response to negative facial expressions is common in people with depression. The…
Nutrition
Why am I dizzy after eating?
Many people experience dizziness before a meal. Low blood glucose can make a person feel light-headed or exhausted,…
Differences between lactose intolerance and Crohn’s disease
Crohn's disease and lactose intolerance can both cause similar digestive symptoms, such as diarrhea and abdominal…