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Aug. 22, 2019
Men's Sexual Health May Benefit From Daily Nut Consumption and MedDiet
A recent study suggests that daily nut consumption can positively affect men's sexual health. Men in this study supplemented a Western-style diet with two handfuls of nuts daily.
Aug. 21, 2019
New Study Links Plant-Based Diets With Reduced Risk Of Heart Disease
The study, which was conducted by researchers at Johns Hopkins University, also found that diets richer in animal products and refined carbohydrates increased the risk of death from heart disease by up to 32 percent.
Aug. 13, 2019
Ketogenic Diet Study on Soldiers Provides Striking Weight Loss Results
This three-month study of the keto diet, which included a rigorous physical training component, resulted in an overall improvement in body composition for active service members.
Aug. 6, 2019 Health
107-Year-Old New Yorker Partially Attributes Longevity to Med Diet
Jul. 30, 2019 Health
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Jul. 8, 2019 Food & Cooking
Jun. 16, 2019 News Briefs
Study Links Mediterranean Diet to Better Memory in Diabetics
Jun. 12, 2019
Mediterranean Diet Ranked 'Best Overall'
The MedDiet beat out 40 other diets to get the top spot in the U.S. News and World Report annual ranking for the first time. It was also rated the number one diet in five subcategories.
Jun. 10, 2019
Eating Blueberries Every Day Reduces Heart Risk
Researchers found eating one cup blueberries every day reduced the risk of developing diseases, such as cardiovascular disease and Type 2 diabetes in at risk individuals.
Jun. 6, 2019
Poor Diet Found to Be Major Risk Factor for Cancer
New research showed that eating nutritious foods and avoiding non-nutritious foods might help protect against cancer.
May. 28, 2019
Mediterranean Diet May Reduce Risk of Late-Life Depression
New research suggested that the higher the intake of vegetables, the lower the likelihood of late-life depression.
May. 23, 2019
Mediterranean Diet May Help Reduce Liver Fat
Research suggests that the Mediterranean diet’s benefit of lowering hepatic fat may be linked to the reduction of risk factors for chronic disease.
May. 6, 2019
MedDiet Prevents Overeating, Study Finds
Research from North Carolina suggested the Mediterranean diet satiates the appetite better than the Western diet.
Apr. 22, 2019
Nutrients From Food, Not Supplements, Associated With Lower Death Risk
Researchers found the adverse health effects of a poor diet can not be offset by taking nutritional supplements.
Apr. 16, 2019
Poor Diet Kills More People than Smoking or High Blood Pressure
New global research showed the longevity advantage of following a nutrient-dense diet that is plentiful in fruits, vegetables, nuts and whole grains.
Apr. 8, 2019
Mediterranean Diet Linked to Lower Risk of Bladder Cancer
New research suggests an inverse relationship exists between following the Mediterranean diet and the incidence of bladder cancer.
Apr. 8, 2019
Adding Dairy Products To Med Diet Reduces Cardiovascular Risk
The study also found that adding several servings of low-fat dairy to the MedDiet provides increased nutritional benefits.
Apr. 1, 2019
New Study Suggests a Healthy Diet May Not Reduce Dementia Risk
These findings contradict earlier studies, which have concluded that a healthy diet reduces the risk of mental decline and aids in the prevention of abnormalities that can precede dementia.
Apr. 1, 2019
Mediterranean Diet Boosts Athletes’ Performance Within Days
Researchers believe characteristics of the Mediterranean diet, such as anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, might improve endurance.
Mar. 27, 2019
Heart-Healthy Diets Linked to Better Cognitive Function in Middle Age
Following a nutrient-dense eating plan, such as the Mediterranean diet, in early adulthood may help prevent mental decline decades later.
Mar. 7, 2019
Not All Saturated Fats Are the Same for Cardiovascular Health
After examining the association between saturated fat sources and cardiovascular health, researchers recommend higher consumption of staple foods of the Mediterranean diet such as fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
Mar. 4, 2019
Ban on Trans Fats in NYC Restaurants Reduces Cardiovascular Risk
A recently published study found that overall trans fat levels had fallen by around 57 percent and people who frequently dined out benefited from a greater decrease of around 62 percent.