HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s “Make America Healthy Again” movement criticizes seed oils, claiming they contribute to inflammation and chronic disease. However, scientific evidence supports seed oils as healthier options than animal fats like butter. A balanced diet rich… Read More »Seed oils — what are the facts and why RFK Jr hates them
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. criticized plant-based oils, asserting they contribute to health issues. However, a significant study revealed that higher plant oil intake is linked to lower mortality rates compared to butter. This research supports dietary guidelines favoring… Read More »Plant-based oils in diet are linked to a lower mortality risk
A study found that daily nut consumption may reduce the risk of all-cause dementia by 16% among non-obese individuals with healthy lifestyles. However, the study has limitations, and the correlation is not established as causation. While nuts are nutritious, they… Read More »A new study links eating nuts to lower risk of dementia — maybe
A new study in JAMA Network Open shows an anti-inflammatory diet, including fruits, vegetables, legumes, and tea, can reduce the risk of dementia in older adults with pre-existing cardiometabolic diseases. This diet correlates with better brain health markers compared to… Read More »Anti-inflammatory diet may reduce dementia risk in some people
New research highlights the Mediterranean diet’s potential cardiometabolic benefits for children and teens, linking it to lower LDL cholesterol, systolic blood pressure, triglycerides, and higher HDL cholesterol. While studies suggest the diet aids overall health, limitations exist due to study… Read More »Mediterranean diet may have benefits for children and teens
A comprehensive analysis in “Grilling the data” investigates the impact of red meat on mortality, examining over 1000 statistical methods across 15 studies. Existing data yields contradictory results, from significant reductions to increases in mortality risks. This study, however, concludes… Read More »New study shows that eating red meat has no impact on health
Research shows that the consumption of chili peppers in a Mediterranean diet may lead to reduced risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Research shows that low-carb diets may help prevent type 2 diabetes by reducing HbA1c in prediabetic patients.
Research seems to show that there is a link between cardiovascular disease and the consumptions of artificial sweeteners.
A large prospective cohort study shows that adherence to the Mediterranean diet can prolong the life of seniors.