Every day we learn more about the far-reaching role the gut plays in our health. The latest? It holds clues that can reveal if frailty or healthy aging and longevity are in the cards for you and how to play them for a winning hand…

Americans eat much less fiber than we should. So what? Constipation troubles? It’s a lot more serious that that. Without enough fiber your heart misses out on protective signaling that, among other things, lowers blood pressure…

A high-fat diet doesn’t just cause weight gain; it makes enzymes that break down sugar and metabolize fat dysfunctional, making weight harder to lose and increasing prediabetes risk. But there’s a secret weapon…

It’s not Alzheimer’s yet. But it could be. That’s because this common condition not only shrinks brains, an MRI study shows it’s rapidly aging them, too. Luckily, it also links a single nutrient to keeping them young and plump…

Researchers conducted a series of tests on compounds commonly found in plants to see which, if any, might have a stronger tendency to prevent deadly blood clots. It just so happens the winner also has powerful anti-cancer clout too…

Plenty of dietary guidance is available to manage diabetes. But that doesn’t make developing meal plans and choosing the right foods less daunting. Can you imagine carrying this weight every day? Cut yourself some slack…

Are pesky cravings your downfall when it comes to losing weight? It’s natural to desire what we perceive as off-limits. Would you believe there’s a way to have it all that can actually boost your weight loss efforts? Read on…

Alzheimer’s is a disease you often don’t know you have until damage is done. But now a marker has been identified that can predict it up to 20 years before symptoms appear, and the best part? It’s something we can actively work on.

You may have seen some alarming headlines such as, “Urgent warning issued about cancer-causing energy drinks.” There are a lot of concerning things about energy drinks. But does new research linking them to leukemia affect you? Here’s what to know…

Bone loss can cause fractures that can be life-altering. But researchers found supplementing a powdered form of a certain tart berry can reduce post-menopausal bone loss and prevent osteoporosis…

Most low-carb diets recommend limiting carbs to less than 100 grams per day. A ketogenic diet is even more restrictive. Is it possible to enjoy some of your favorite fruits and their powerful benefits, while meeting your goal? Yes!

Research has uncovered multiple ways that obesity spurs cancer in the body. But we know weight loss is not only difficult, losing weight takes time. Is there an answer to fighting this cancer fuel? One diet answers the call.