Maintaining good brain function is probably a top priority for most people, especially since neurological problems like Alzheimer disease and dementia are on the rise.…

The study reviewed is very interesting because the investigators tried to verify the accuracy of small scale studies which showed a connection between central obesity…

The reviewed study investigated if there was a relationship between overweight, obesity and the presence, extent and severity of low back disc degeneration (Samartzis D,…

We have all heard that fiber is healthy, but we may think of fiber intake mainly beneficial for the colon. Fiber can however be beneficial…

Research on green tea consumption has shown many health benefits. The study reviewed here investigated if drinking green tea possibly could prevent disability in older…

More and more scientific evidence is emerging documenting that fat may not be unhealthy after all. The research reviewed evaluated if almond consumption would improve…

The study reviewed investigated the association between soft drinks and stroke, myocardial infarction and vascular death (Gardener H, et al. 2012). The participants were 2,564…

We need healthy and well functioning blood vessels to supply the different tissues in the body with nutrients and oxygen. If one of the more…

I have written before on the negative effects on health of sugar sweetened beverages. Those of you who have consulted with me have also heard…