Does vitamin A help reduce skin cancer risk?

A new study suggests that people who have a higher vitamin A intake may have a lower risk of developing a common form of skin cancer.

Why regular coffee intake could worsen sports performance

Many athletes turn to caffeine as a way of boosting their performance, but a new study suggests that regular caffeine intake may have the opposite effect.

Fat, carbs, fruit, veg: How much should we eat for health?

Two studies show that a moderate fat intake may do more good than expected, too many carbs should be avoided, and fruits and vegetables are beneficial.

Chocolate may cut risk of irregular heartbeat by a fifth

A little bit of what you fancy really does do you good; researchers say that moderate chocolate intake may reduce the risk of atrial fibrillation.

Potassium as important as sodium for healthy blood pressure

High sodium intake is known to impact blood pressure. A recent review demonstrates that potassium intake may also be important in reducing hypertension.

IU researchers find magnesium intake may be beneficial in preventing pancreatic cancer

Indiana University researchers have found that magnesium intake may be beneficial in preventing pancreatic cancer.

Caffeinated drinks may be good for the liver

Researchers have discovered that an increased caffeine intake may reduce the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, according to a study published in the journal Hepatology. A team from the Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School (Duke-NUS) and the Duke University School of Medicine used cell culture and mice as models for the effects of caffeine on the liver disease…