Dementia risk higher in those who eat more trans fats

A new study of 1,628 older people living in Japan found a 52–74% higher chance of developing dementia in those with higher blood levels of trans fats.

Heart disease risk factors increase with urbanicity in Uganda

Urban dwellers tend to have higher risk for cardiovascular diseases than people living in more rural locations.

Mediterranean diet linked to longer lifespan and better health

New research suggests that middle-aged women who follow a Mediterranean diet or similar may increase their lifespan and avoid physical or cognitive impairments and chronic illnesses in older age. This is according to study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine.

How Much Sugar Is In Your Food?

With people living ever more frantic and fast-paced lives, we can often lose track of which essential and non-essential nutrients we consume. Sugar is vital for good health, without it all the cells in our body would come to a halt and perish. However, too much sugar raises the risk of several diseases and conditions, including rotting teeth, obesity and type 2 diabetes…

Culinary Expert Nathan Fong Challenges Canadians Living With Diabetes To Enter First Ever OneTouch(R) Breakfast Challenge

Rise, test, shine! Each morning provides an opportunity to start the day off right, and for people living with diabetes that may mean making lifestyle choices like checking blood glucose levels and eating a balanced breakfast. Food is one of the main factors that directly impacts blood glucose levels – and one that can be managed…

Culinary Expert Nathan Fong Challenges Canadians Living With Diabetes To Enter First Ever OneTouch(R) Breakfast Challenge

Rise, test, shine! Each morning provides an opportunity to start the day off right, and for people living with diabetes that may mean making lifestyle choices like checking blood glucose levels and eating a balanced breakfast. Food is one of the main factors that directly impacts blood glucose levels – and one that can be managed…