Does turmeric have anticancer properties?

People have discussed the potential health benefits of turmeric for thousands of years. A recent review assesses the evidence for its use against cancer.

Does diet influence mental health? Assessing the evidence

How much do our diets influence our mental health?

Eggs and cholesterol: Is industry funded research misleading?

A recent review asks whether industry funding has skewed the research into the effect of dietary cholesterol on blood cholesterol levels.

Vegetarian diet reduces heart disease death risk by 40 percent

A recent review examines plant-based diets and heart health.

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.

Diet and exercise may improve physical function and quality of life in older obese adults

A recent review and analysis of published studies since 2005 found low-to-moderate evidence that dietary and exercise interventions can improve physical function and quality of life in older adults…