Broccoli could hold the key to beating Alzheimer’s. Scientists believe that a chemical derived from the vegetable could help keep the brain sharp into old age.
A recent study from scientists at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies suggests that a strawberry a day (or more accurately, 37 of them) could keep not just one doctor away, but an entire fleet of them, including the neurologist, the endocrinologist, and maybe even the oncologist.
Eating an apple or two each day may reduce heart disease risk factors, according to a new study—the latest to polish the apple’s heart-healthy reputation.
People who regularly drink fruit juice may actually be putting their health at risk, two new studies have claimed after finding that the beverage is packed with so much sugar that it can be addictive.
A new study from Queen Margaret University in Edinburgh suggests pomegranate juice can help make people feel more positive and enthusiastic about their jobs.
To explore the connection between diet and osteoporosis, a team of Canadian scientists recently conducted a medical literature review of all articles dealing with the link between bone health and the consumption of fruits and vegetables.
In the May 2011 issue of Food Research International, authors S. Cailleta, J. Côtéa, G. Doyonb, J.-F. Sylvainc and M. Lacroix explored the "effect of juice processing on the cancer chemopreventive effect of cranberry."
While new and unique bakery products are always popping up, old classics, like cupcakes and pies, are still trendy. However, the new twist for manufacturers is to provide even healthier baked goods, with more fruits, vegetables, grains and nuts, as well as less fat, sugar, calories and sodium.
A new study commissioned by Avocados from Mexico revealed that one third of Californians already enjoy avocados for breakfast and an additional 53% would like to try avocados for breakfast