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Eating Mediterranean-style could help guard against dementia, even for those most at genetic risk. Credit: Shutterstock A large-scale study found that following a Mediterranean-style diet significantly reduces the risk of dementia, particularly in people genetically predisposed to Alzheimer’s. Mediterranean Diet Linked to Dementia Risk Reduction A new study led by investigators from Mass General Brigham, Harvard T.H. Chan School of …

Rachel Danchek was 30 when she first noticed unusual bloating and periods that were more painful than usual.  The former finance expert from Pittsburgh attributed her bloating to unhealthy foods she may have eaten, alcohol and normal age-related weight gain.  Then, she began to feel more anxious, telling DailyMail.com: ‘It was physical anxiety; really jittery feeling. Almost like if I drank …

B for brain, B for B-complex!As Phoebe would have pointed out, ‘coincidence’?Scientific evidence suggests it’s definitely not!Emerging research shows that beyond the well-known B6 and B12, the full vitamin B-complex, including B1 (thiamine), B2 (riboflavin), B3 (niacin), B5 (pantothenic acid), B7 (biotin), and B9 (folate), plays vital roles in keeping your brain energized and resilient. Studies reveal that these B …

While low-carb diets are all the rage today, they can be traced back to one man who is said to have birthed the stripped back way of eating.  William Banting, who was a funeral director living in London during the mid-19th century, claimed to have lost 52 pounds and more than 13 inches from his waist in one year by adhering …

Dr. Dicken says that it’s important to consider how ultra-processed foods (especially health-branded ones) are being used in someone’s diet. He uses protein bars as an example. If someone is eating a protein bar instead of a candy bar, he says that’s a beneficial switch even though they are both ultra-processed foods. But if they’re eating a protein bar instead …

Limiting certain carbohydrates could help improve gut health, new research has suggested. A low FODMAP diet, has long been hailed as the cure for such issues including irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) because it gives the digestive system a break from potential irritants.  Now, researchers from Norway have discovered that the diet—which works by restricting carbohydrates including cereal, bread and crackers—may …

People on This Diet Lost Twice As Much Weight — Without Cutting Calories  Money Talks News Cutting out one food type could nearly double weight loss, new study suggests  Fox News The simple food swaps that can double your weight loss  The Telegraph 7 minimally processed foods to boost weight loss  Times of India Avoid ultra-processed foods to lose weight, study confirms  Medical News Today …

This study links the MIND diet to less neuron loss in the hippocampus, which is key to memory and learning. Participants who followed the MIND diet closely had a 22% lower chance of hippocampal sclerosis. These findings build on evidence that food choices may influence brain aging and dementia risk. Everyone wants to protect their memories. The idea of forgetting …

Whether steeped in tea, tossed into a stir-fry, or taken as a capsule, ginger has long been celebrated for its soothing effects on digestion and nausea. However, new evidence suggests this spicy root may also benefit something even more vital: your heart. Jump to Key Takeaways. 1. Helps Lower Blood Pressure Several of the studies in the Cureus review found …

Article summary Stable isotope analysis reveals ancient diets: By measuring ratios of carbon and nitrogen isotopes in bones and teeth, scientists can determine whether prehistoric individuals consumed C3 or C4 plants, and whether they were herbivores or carnivores. This technique has illuminated dietary habits from Neanderthals to early hominins. Advanced methods refine dietary insights: Techniques …