Type 2 diabetes: Low carb diet, without weight loss, may lower risk

New research suggests that a diet low in carbs may reverse metabolic syndrome among people with obesity who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Walnuts may help lower blood pressure for those at risk of heart disease

When combined with a diet low in saturated fats, eating walnuts may help lower blood pressure in people at risk for cardiovascular disease, according to a new study.

Why a low-gluten diet may benefit everyone

New research suggests that a diet low in gluten may benefit health, even for people who do not have celiac disease or gluten intolerance.

Why a low-carb diet can help you lose weight and keep it off

New research suggests that a diet low in carbs may help people burn more calories, lose weight, and maintain the weight loss in the long run.

Could this be a better solution to weight loss than calorie counting?

A study of mice suggests that a diet low in branched-chain amino acids might be an effective way to treat obesity and insulin resistance in humans.

Most Children And Adults Have A "Nutrition Gap" In Omega-3 Fatty Acids Despite Documented Health Benefits

Because of a diet low in fish and seafood, children and adults in North America and other parts of the world, have a “nutrition gap” of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA),according to a presentation at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Expo in Chicago®…

Diet, ‘Anti-Aging’ Supplements May Help Reverse Blood Vessel Abnormality

A diet low in grains, beans and certain vegetables – combined with “anti-aging” supplements – improved blood vessel function, in a study presented at the American Heart Association’s Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis and Vascular Biology 2013 Scientific Sessions. The blood vessel abnormality, or endothelial dysfunction, occurs when cells lining the interior wall of blood vessels malfunction…

During Pregnancy A Deficiency Of Dietary Omega-3 May Explain Depressive Behaviors

Neuroscience of nutrition How maternal essential fatty acid deficiency impact on its progeny is poorly understood. Dietary insufficiency in omega-3 fatty acid has been implicated in many disorders.