disease risk
Genes play a role in whether you develop certain health problems, but they aren’t the full story. A healthy lifestyle matters too. In fact, there’s a branch of science that focuses on gene expression in response to lifestyle. Can you reprogram the genes you inherited through lifestyle?
The Mediterranean diet is a diverse diet that emphasizes whole plant-based foods, seafood, nuts, whole grains, and olive oil. These are some of the healthiest foods can you eat, so you might wonder whether the Mediterranean diet might slow aging. Here’s what science says.
Genetic testing for polymorphisms that impact disease risk are growing in popularity, but how much of disease risk is determined by genetics? A new study suggests that genes only determine a small percentage of disease risk. Here’s why.
Have you eaten your berries today? You already know that berries are a good source of antioxidants – but now a large study uncovers a new reason to eat them. They could lower your risk for a heart attack. Find out what new research shows and ways to tap into the nutritional benefits of berries.
