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High-protein diet could reduce symptoms of IBS
Research suggests that eating a high-protein diet could help to ease the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome. Experts believe they have found evidence that the combination of one form of gut bacterium and a protein-rich diet contributes to a...
Eating almonds may reduce the risk of strokes and heart disease
New research suggests that adding almonds to your diet can reduce the risk of heart attacks and coronary heart disease. New research, published in the Journal of Nutritional Science, suggests that adding almonds into your died can reduce the...
Mediterranean diet only works for wealthier people, says study
New research suggests that following the Mediterranean diet only works for those earning at least £35,000 a year. Despite experts recommending the diet, which is rich in fish, oils, fruits and vegetables, researchers now believe that the...
Drinking green tea could combat memory loss
A new study suggests that drinking green tea can help fight memory loss and improve learning. Green tea has long been used as part of traditional Chinese medicine, treating ailments from headaches. The drink is high in B vitamins, antioxidants,...
High sugar diet may cause anxiety and depression in men
Men who consume a lot of added sugar have an increased risk of anxiety and depression, according to a new study – but the same link does not exist in women. A team of researchers from University College London (UCL) investigated common mental...
Eat foods containing the nutrient lutein to prevent cognitive decline
New research suggests that eating a diet containing eggs, avocado, spinach and kale can reduce the rate of brain ageing. Researchers from the University of Illinois discovered that people with higher levels of lutein had ‘younger’ brains....
Obesity map of England reveals north-south weight divide
Boston in Lincolnshire has been revealed as having the highest obesity rate in the UK, with 34 per cent of residents being overweight. Figures from the fitness app we:bo and the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed the fattest towns and...
Number of men suffering from eating disorders increases
New research shows that there has been an increase in the number of men and boys suffering from eating disorders in the UK. There has also been a rise in the number of under-18s battling eating disorders. An investigation carried out by BBC...
Healthy diet for pregnant women not known by majority, survey suggests
Many women are unsure on the diet advice to follow when they are pregnant, according to a research by the National Charity Partnership (NCP). Surveying 2,100 women in the UK, the NCP found that more than two thirds did not know how much they...
Pregnant women who stay active and eat healthy less likely to need Caesarean
New research suggests that women who stay active and follow a healthy diet while pregnant have a 10 per cent lower chance of requiring a Caesarean section. The research reviewed 36 studies taken across 16 countries and found that exercising and...
Eating too late at night prevents weight loss even when dieting
Weight loss can be impacted more by the time of day that you eat than the amount of calories you consume, a new study on mice suggests. A team of researchers from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Centre conducted the investigation,...
Breakfast more important than dinner for weight loss suggests study
Researchers have found that the frequency and timing of meals plays a key part in weight regulation. Using data compiled from over 50,000 participants, researchers from the Loma Linda University School of Public Health and the Czech Republic...
Mediterranean diet may lower risk of dementia
New research suggests that following the Mediterranean diet which consists of high levels of vegetable fats, could lower the risk of developing dementia. The study has shown that following this kind of diet can protect the brain and preserve...
Children exercise less as they get older according to new study
The number of children doing exercise for at least an hour a day drops 40 per cent between the ages of five and 12 years, a new study says. Public Health England (PHE) conducted a survey looking into the physical activity levels of children,...
Children more likely to be overweight if their mothers drank sugary drinks during pregnancy
Research suggests that expectant mothers who drink non-diet soft drinks are more likely to have overweight children. The study analysed data from over 1,000 mother-child pairs and found that each serving of soda consumed per day during the...
Household dust could be making you gain weight
New research suggests that household dust could contribute to weight gain as US study found that the dust found in homes can carry chemicals that cause cells to accumulate fat. The experiment found that even relatively tiny amounts of dust, when...
Global physical activity levels revealed in study recording steps using smartphones
Smartphone data on more than 700,000 people around the world has revealed which countries are the most and least active, with the average Brit walking 5,444 steps each day – less than three miles. A team of researchers at Stanford University...
Drinking three cups of coffee each day may help you live longer
A new study suggests that people who drink around three cups of coffee each day may have longer lives than non-coffee drinkers. The analysis saw scientists using data from 500,000 people across Europe to explore how coffee consumption affects...