Diet

Rodent studies have suggested that long-chain n–3 polyunsaturated fatty acids reduced fat mass, but there is limited evidence of this effect in humans. In a new study, researchers sought to investigate the...

A recent study examined whether the consumption of legumes, particularly lentils, was associated with reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes in older adults.

Researchers investigated whether consuming blueberry concentrate improved brain perfusion, task-related activation, and cognitive function in healthy older adults.

A meta-analysis determined the dose-response relationship between fruit and vegetable consumption and the reduction in risk for cardiovascular disease.

A recent study examined the association between fish consumption, mercury levels, and the risk of developing amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

Researchers sought to determine the effects of total dietary fat, subtypes of fat, and food rich in saturated fat on risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Researchers examined the metabolic mechanisms behind abnormalities that contribute to nonalcoholic fatty liver disease and insulin resistance.

A study compared the effects of a Mediterranean diet with virgin olive oil, with nuts, and a low-fat diet on HDL function with high risk of cardiovascular disease.

In a new study, researchers examined the effects of saturated fat on insulin sensitivity, hepatic glucose metabolism, and lipid metabolism in humans.

A new study highlights a continuing trend in artificial sweetener consumption in children and adults in the United States.