Certain diet changes can slow aging process in just one month, researchers say

Certain diet changes can slow aging process in just one month, researchers say

Researchers have found that changing your diet — even later in life — may slow the aging process in as little as one month. Researchers from the University of Sydney assigned 104 participants aged 65-75 to one of four diets. Two of the diets were omnivorous and included protein from both animals and plants. Two … Read more

The common foods that are messing with your ability to focus — even if the rest of your diet is healthy

The common foods that are messing with your ability to focus — even if the rest of your diet is healthy

Here’s something to chew on. Brains require nutrients from a variety of foods like fruits, vegetables, fatty fish, whole grains, nuts and seeds to function properly. Even if you’re consuming these foods regularly, occasionally enjoying a cheat-day treat can still take a toll on the brain. Even if you’re eating a balanced diet, studies show … Read more

Kathy Hilton fell for an AI diet scam supposedly backed by Oprah and Dr. Oz — why it ‘messed up’ her system

Kathy Hilton fell for an AI diet scam supposedly backed by Oprah and Dr. Oz — why it ‘messed up’ her system

Experts have warned that we’re heading for an AI-fueled “dementia crisis” — but Kathy Hilton’s already had her own AI-fueled tummy crisis. On the season 15 reunion of “Real Housewives of Beverly Hills” that aired last week, Hilton, 67, admitted that she’d been duped by a fake AI diet which she thought was endorsed by … Read more

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ marketing mania turns popcorn and Diet Coke into haute couture

‘The Devil Wears Prada 2’ marketing mania turns popcorn and Diet Coke into haute couture

Collaborations? For a movie premiere? Groundbreaking. The highly anticipated sequel to the beloved movie “The Devil Wears Prada” releases in theaters today, May 1, and fans can’t get enough. To celebrate, a wide range of food brands, restaurants, movie theaters and so on have released collabs or movie-inspired products. Gird your loins. If you’re thinking … Read more

UCLA scientists reverse chronic disease without diet change — in potential miracle for 3M Angelenos

UCLA scientists reverse chronic disease without diet change — in potential miracle for 3M Angelenos

Scientists at UCLA have uncovered a medical breakthrough that could be a potential miracle for millions of Los Angeles residents. The Westwood university released a study that reveals a way to reverse chronic fatty liver disease without a major change in one’s diet. It is estimated that between 30% and 40% of Los Angeles residents … Read more

Popular diet soda ingredient tied to gut bacteria changes passed down across generations: study

Popular diet soda ingredient tied to gut bacteria changes passed down across generations: study

Artificial sweeteners, present in everything from sugar-free snacks to diet sodas, are a staple for many trying to lose weight. But new research suggests the substances could have multigenerational effects, potentially altering metabolism in future generations even without direct consumption. The findings raise questions about the long-term biological effects of widely used sugar substitutes, particularly as consumption … Read more

British researchers say unlikely social media diet hack really works to cut cravings

British researchers say unlikely social media diet hack really works to cut cravings

Watch what you eat. First it was the juice cleanse, then keto, then Whole30. Now it’s the social diet, where you consume content — and not much else. Researchers in the UK and upstate New York shared findings this week that simply viewing food content online is enough to curb real-life cravings for some dieters. … Read more

Eating a plant-based diet can either raise or lower your dementia risk — it depends on one major choice

Eating a plant-based diet can either raise or lower your dementia risk — it depends on one major choice

We’ve long been told that vegetarianism can improve heart health, nutrient intake and digestion while lowering the risk of chronic disease and certain cancers — but some plant-based diets may do more harm than good. Case in point: A new study in the scientific journal Neurology finds that high-quality, vitamin-rich plant-based diets go a long … Read more

I’m an obesity doctor — why your weight loss can plateau, even when your diet hasn’t changed

I’m an obesity doctor — why your weight loss can plateau, even when your diet hasn’t changed

Your metabolism is no fool. Even if you initially lose weight on a certain diet or medication, to maintain those results, you have to constantly trick the metabolic system into letting you shed pounds. Otherwise, you might find yourself stuck at what obesity doctors call the “weight loss plateau.”  This phenomenon is extremely common among … Read more

Simple dinner table habit linked to poor diet and higher health risks in adults over 60

Simple dinner table habit linked to poor diet and higher health risks in adults over 60

Reaching for the salt shaker at the kitchen table may seem like second nature for some — but it could reveal troubling details about your health. Recent Brazilian research, published in the journal Frontiers in Public Health, investigated the impact of adding salt to food with a focus on older adults. The study used national survey data … Read more

You’re 9 simple steps away from a heart-healthy diet that will help you live longer

You’re 9 simple steps away from a heart-healthy diet that will help you live longer

Fewer steps to a healthier heart than many skincare routines. The American Heart Association (AHA) recently updated the dietary guidelines for heart-healthy eating patterns at a time when cardiovascular deaths are on the rise. And the new features don’t just focus on what foods to consume, but place firmer emphasis on what should be avoided, … Read more

The ‘whoosh effect’: Beware the keto diet myth that can lead to serious issues

The ‘whoosh effect’: Beware the keto diet myth that can lead to serious issues

Holy weight loss, Batman! Spend enough time scrolling through keto-diet or weight-loss Reddit threads and you’re bound to come across the “whoosh” — an effect that many dieters explain as a sudden but significant drop in pounds. Doctors and nutrition experts have debunked the concept before, though the whoosh effect is not altogether flim-flam. Still, … Read more

Martha Stewart’s cardiologist says adding ‘delicious’ supplement to diet is like ‘taking Ozempic’

Martha Stewart’s cardiologist says adding ‘delicious’ supplement to diet is like ‘taking Ozempic’

Martha Stewart says her cardiologist compared a simple smoothie add-in to “taking Ozempic” — and now she uses it every day. The lifestyle icon revealed on a recent episode of her podcast that her cardiologist recommended beetroot powder, which she described as beneficial for cardiovascular health and weight loss. “You lose weight with it,” Stewart told her guest, … Read more

New ‘keto pill’ mimics popular diet without giving up carbs

New ‘keto pill’ mimics popular diet without giving up carbs

Will it be the best thing since sliced bread? Keto is a high-fat, moderate-protein and low-carb diet designed to plunge the body into ketosis, where it burns fat instead of carbs for fuel. Dieters often shed up to 10 pounds the first two weeks — mainly water weight — while long-term loss is typically one … Read more

Seniors over 80 who eat specific diet may be less likely to reach 100 years old

Seniors over 80 who eat specific diet may be less likely to reach 100 years old

Older adults who avoid meat in their golden years may be less likely to reach age 100 than their meat-eating counterparts, new research suggests. Researchers tracked more than 5,000 adults aged 80 or older who were enrolled in the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey. Between 1998 and 2018, data showed that those who did not eat meat … Read more

Popular diet staple may speed up brain aging by a year and a half

Popular diet staple may speed up brain aging by a year and a half

That “fridge cigarette” might be accelerating your cognitive decline. A new study out of Brazil determined that popular sweetening agents in items like Diet Coke could cause the brain to age 62% faster than brains with less exposure. And the numbers are even more startling for younger people and those with diabetes. Over eight years, … Read more

This diet beat out 5 others as the best for bolstering brain health as we age

This diet beat out 5 others as the best for bolstering brain health as we age

The crème de la crème of diets? Many eating plans vie to be called the best, such as the Mediterranean diet, which offers several health benefits, and the Alternative Healthy Eating Index (AHEI) for healthier aging. Now, new research has potentially identified the best diet for boosting brain health as we age. While several diets have … Read more

‘Horrified’ Valerie Bertinelli was fired as a diet spokesperson for gaining weight

‘Horrified’ Valerie Bertinelli was fired as a diet spokesperson for gaining weight

Valerie Bertinelli documented her weight loss journey one day at a time. However, the 65-year-old recalled being fired as a spokesperson for an unnamed diet company after gaining the weight back. While on “The Drew Barrymore Show” last week, Bertinelli played a game called “Memory Bank,” where guests reflect on different life moments. Valerie Bertinelli on “The … Read more

Doctor reveals why there’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’ diet: ‘Biology tells the truth’

Doctor reveals why there’s no ‘one-size-fits-all’ diet: ‘Biology tells the truth’

Nearly half of Americans try to lose weight each year, and roughly 17% (about 43 million adults) follow a special diet like keto, vegan or Mediterranean, data shows. With so many different diet plans and conflicting advice, it may be difficult to determine the right way to eat. Mark Hyman, M.D., says there isn’t any single plan … Read more

How many hours of video games you can play before it starts messing with your weight, diet and sleep

How many hours of video games you can play before it starts messing with your weight, diet and sleep

Power down the play. Video games can be a fun way to relax and turn off your brain, and with 61% of Americans ages 5 to 90 report they play video games for at least an hour each week. But all that game time can add up, as new research shows how excessive game play can be … Read more