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A healthy diet, physical activity, and cognitive training help extend life expectancy — and those extra years are more likely to be dementia-free — new research suggests. An analysis of nearly 2500 participants in the Chicago Health and Ageing Project (CHAP) showed those who had a healthy diet, got plenty of physical activity, and took part in cognitive exercises lived longer than those following a less healthy lifestyle. In addition, the number of years living with dementi...

Three recent fasting studies lend clarity to the timing of fasting for weight loss and benefits of fasting diets for breast cancer patients. STUDY ONE/ A study, in Cell Metabolism, compared the timing of two daily fasting diets, also known as time-restricted feeding diets, for weight loss. The study, published by researchers from the University of Illinois at Chicago, compared a 4-hour time-restricted feeding diet and a 6-hour time-restricted feeding diet to a control group. Partic...

Chemotherapy is a common cancer treatment that uses one or more drugs to combat cancer cells in your body. Its symptoms, which may include dry mouth, taste changes, nausea, and fatigue, can make eating seem like a chore. However, it’s important to eat a healthy, balanced diet during cancer treatment to keep your body functioning optimally. Foods that are mild in flavour, easy on your stomach, and nutrient-dense are some of the best options  Here are the most popular foods t...

Despite thousands of peer-reviewed reviews and studies showing otherwise, many continue to treat food as a simple mix of macro and micronutrients, a composite of fats, proteins, carbs, vitamins and minerals that should be viewed primarily through the lens of portion control. This neglects the incredible biochemistry of our bodies. And it ignores the vital role of the gut microbiome, as well as the effects of phytonutrients like quercetin and rutin on our health. What Is Our Immune System? O...

Once again, strawberries and spinach, along with kale and collard and mustard greens, top this year's "Dirty Dozen" list, an annual and controversial ranking of non-organic fruits and vegetables based on the amount of pesticides found in samples of the foods. The yearly report comes from the Environmental Working Group, a nonprofit organisation dedicated to improving human health and the environment, and also includes a "Clean 15" list of produce. The report gives pe...

Berries are among the healthiest foods you can eat. They’re delicious, nutritious, and provide several impressive health benefits. Here are 5 good reasons to include berries in your diet. 1. Loaded with antioxidants Berries contain antioxidants which help keep free radicals under control. Free radicals are unstable molecules that are beneficial in small amounts but can damage your cells when their numbers get too high, causing oxidative stress  Berries are a great so...