(Natural News) It turns out, you can “hack” your diet to reduce your risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease, says a recent study by Wake Forest School of Medicine in North Carolina. In the report, a team of researchers showed how diet could influence gut bacteria, which, in turn, can stop the progression of mild cognitive impairment (MCI). In particular, […]

(Natural News) Multiple studies have found that eating more fish and plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables and whole grains — typical components of the Mediterranean diet — contribute to good health even in old age. According to Harvard Medical School researchers, people who stick to a Mediterranean diet have a 46 percent higher chance of healthy […]

(Natural News) In the 1960s, inhabitants of Crete, Greece and Southern Italy had some of the lowest rates of chronic diseases and some of the highest life expectancies in the world. According to research, this was the result of eating more fruits and vegetables traditionally grown in their region, as well as plenty of nuts, seeds, beans, seafood […]

(Natural News) In this study, Greek researchers investigated the effects of the Mediterranean diet (MedDiet) on the clinical, biochemical and inflammatory profile of patients with simple liver steatosis. Their results were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food. Diet is a modifiable key factor and target for the prevention or management of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). […]

(Natural News) Greek researchers studied the effects of the Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) on the clinical, biochemical and inflammatory profile of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) patients with simple steatosis. Their findings were published in the Journal of Medicinal Food.  Diet is a modifiable key factor targeted in the prevention and management of NAFLD. To measure the […]

(Natural News) Those looking to lower their hepatic fat deposits may be better off trying a low-carbohydrate Mediterranean diet over a low-fat one, according to researchers. In a study published in the Journal of Hepatology, researchers from the Ben-Gurion University of the Negev in Israel, together with teams from the U.S. and Germany, found that […]

(Natural News) The Mediterranean diet is a popular diet revolving around the consumption of traditional Mediterranean foods like fish, olive oil, fruits and vegetables. This particular diet boasts a variety of health benefits that all contribute to improving overall health, including improving heart health, helping in weight loss, adjusting metabolism and supporting gut health. While […]

(Natural News) These days, you can find many “anti-inflammatory diets” – some, even touted by big names. They all share the same basic idea — consume healthy foods that fight inflammation in the body while avoiding unhealthy edibles that may trigger that process. Inflammation is a process of the immune system that protects the body […]

(Natural News) Diet is considered one of the biggest factors that determines a person’s overall health and longevity. In the U.S., the Mediterranean diet, which includes mostly plant-based foods and healthy fats, is the eating plan recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It is also recognized by the World Health Organization as one of the […]

(Natural News) The link between certain diets and multiple sclerosis (MS) is an area of great interest among members of the MS community. While there are already established studies that point towards the beneficial effects of certain foods and dietary components like omega-3 fatty acids, there is not enough research to make a solid consensus […]