Four cups of coffee a day may slash death risk

A large, observational study finds a strong association between high coffee consumption and a lower risk of death from all causes.

Moderate consumption of fats, carbohydrates best for health, international study shows

A diet that includes a moderate intake of fat and fruits and vegetables, and avoidance of high carbohydrates, is associated with lower risk of death, research with more than 135,000 people across five continents has shown.

Reassessing the benefits of plant-based eating

A large dietary study from 18 countries, across seven geographic regions has found that even relatively moderate intake of fruit, vegetables and legumes such as beans and lentils may lower a person’s risk of cardiovascular disease (CVD) and death.

Revisiting dietary fat guidelines?

Researchers are calling for a reconsideration of global dietary guidelines in light of new data on fat intake and cardiovascular risk and early mortality.