The antioxidant called resveratrol—which is found in red wine, peanuts, and berries—may improve the health of blood vessels in people with type 2 diabetes. According to the results of a new study, researchers have found that resveratrol supplements lessened artery stiffness in some diabetic individuals. Among a group of patients who each had an exceptionally…

Yogurt Consumption Linked to Better Bone Health Among Senior Women. A large observational study of dairy intake and bone and frailty measurements among older adult females has found that increased yogurt consumption is associated with a higher hip bone density and a significantly reduced risk of osteoporosis. Lead author Dr. Eamon Laird notes, “Yogurt is…

How to Correctly Store Cooking Oils. Heart-healthy cooking oils—such as olive, walnut, or avocado oil—have become popular in the kitchen as people seek to cook healthier dishes; however, you must be careful how you store such oils. The Cleveland Clinic offers these recommendations to ensure that you’re cooking with the best oil: over time, exposure…

Make Fruit and Veggies More Appetizing. We all know how important it is to eat a lot of fruits and vegetables, but it is often difficult to convince ourselves or our children to eat them. To help make fruits and vegetables more flavorful and appealing, the American Heart Association suggests the following: roast vegetables at…

Fruits and Veggies Are Good for the Aging Brain. Seniors who consume more than five servings of fruits and vegetables per day may experience both a delay in age-related cognitive decline and a lower risk for neurodegenerative diseases when compared with their peers who consume fewer servings of produce per day. Advances in Hygiene and…

Low-Calorie Sweeteners May Promote Fat Formation. Researchers have found that consuming high amounts of low-calorie sweeteners can promote the formation of fat. In the first part of the study, investigators observed that stem cells exposed to an artificial sweetener showed an increase in the expression of genes that indicate fat production and inflammation. In the…

Western-Style Diet May Increase Depression Risk. A review of data from 21 published studies involving men and women from ten countries indicates that individuals who consume a Western-style diet—a high intake of red and/or processed meat, refined grains, sweets, high-fat dairy products, butter, potatoes, high-fat gravy, with a low intake of fruits and vegetables—have an…

Staying Satisfied on a Vegetarian Diet. Contrary to what many believe, a vegetarian meal doesn’t have to leave you hungry and unsatisfied. According to the United States Department of Agriculture, veggie-based foods that can help you feel full include: lean, low-fat proteins, such as beans; veggie pizza or pasta with vegetables; vegetarian lo mein or…

Gluten-Free Diets May Elevate Diabetes Risk. New research casts some doubt on a gluten-free diet’s presumed health benefits. In a large study involving nearly 200,000 health professionals in the United States, scientists found that participants who ate the least amount of gluten actually had a somewhat higher risk of developing diabetes over time. The investigators…

Past studies have indicated that the gut microbiome (the population of microorganisms that reside in the digestive system) plays a significant role in mental health. A new animal study suggests that probiotics may someday be an effective alternative to medication in the treatment of depression. In the study, researchers found that beneficial bacteria called Lactobcillus…