eating a healthy diet
Up to 25% of people are at higher risk for Alzheimer’s disease due to genetics. But a study shows that even genetically at risk individuals can lower their odds of developing dementia by following seven key lifestyle habits. Here’s what they are.
Are you a healthy eater living with a French fry and pizzaholic? Naturally, you’d like to change their nutritional habits and help them see the benefits of eating a healthy diet. But what if you’re met with resistance? Here are five tips for living with an unhealthy eater without getting thrown off track.
Think eating cleanly will make you feel deprived? It shouldn’t. Discover five tips to help you enjoy eating a diet free of processed foods and added sugar without feeling hungry or deprived.
Ever wonder why some people are naturally thin and struggle to put on weight? Of course, genetics are a factor. Scientists have discovered a gene anomaly in people who struggle to gain weight. Find out more about this finding and other reasons why some people have an easier time avoiding weight gain than others.
Can exercise lower your risk for getting cancer if you’re a woman? For certain cancers, the answer seems to be yes. Find out five cancers that are common in women that exercise reduces your risk for. Another reason to keep working out!
Tiny but very active bacteria that live in your intestines play a role in controlling body weight. The good news? New research shows you can favorably alter the composition of these bacteria by changing your diet. Find out how gut bacteria impact your body weight and how it might be possible to select for ones that reduce the risk of obesity.
Almost half of all Americans take some kind of supplement, most commonly a multi-vitamin. Taking a multi-vitamin sounds like an easy way to ensure you’re getting the vitamins and minerals you need to stay healthy – but is it really a good idea from a health standpoint?
You’re probably concerned about what you eat and how much you eat, but there’s growing evidence that when you eat is important too, especially when you’re eating something sweet. Find out when the best time to eat something high in sugar is and why.
You eat a healthy diet most of the time, but are you really getting the full benefits? Certain factors influence how much vitamins and minerals you absorb from the foods you eat. Discover five reasons why you may not be getting the nutrient absorption you think you are.
Do you take a multivitamin? Many people do, but there are a lot of misconceptions about them. Here are five of the most common myths about multivitamins dispelled.
You may think you’re eating healthy, but many foods on supermarket shelves have surprisingly large amounts of sugar – even foods that seem innocent. Discover eight hidden sources of sugar that may be sabotaging your diet.
