In a recent study, a diet high in refined grains led to higher LDL cholesterol levels than a whole-grain diet. People who eat more refined grains have a higher risk…
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Humans are damaging the natural systems of the only planet we’ve got. Here’s how that puts our health—and our children’s health—at risk. Sam Myers is a physician and principal research…
The latest on whether older adults and strength trainers need to boost protein intake to pack on muscle Over the last few years, some experts have recommended higher-than-RDA protein intakes…
Pretty much everyone would be better off eating more vegetables. That’s a no-brainer. (Only 1 in 10 American adults say that they eat the recommended 2 to 3 cups every…
Is the food in your refrigerator safe after the power goes out? Keep your refrigerator door closed as much as possible. Food should be safe if the power is out…
What a recent study says about body fat and health A new study could explain what some call the “obesity paradox.” In some studies, people with a “healthy” weight had a…
Dining out? A doggy bag offer might help you eat less. In a recent study, researchers randomly assigned 53 women to either a “to-go” group (which was told about doggy…
Eating out and eating healthy? It’s possible, but not always easy. Should you get soup, a salad, or a sandwich? What kind of milk is best for lattes? The list…
Researchers tested whether gluten matters for people without celiac disease. In a recent study, researchers gave 20 people with suspected non-celiac gluten sensitivity (NCGS) two muffins a day made with…
One explanation: Extra calories from cheap, convenient, ultra-processed foods have increasingly flooded the food supply. Kevin Hall is a senior investigator at the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and…