Archive for the 'Diet & Nutrition' Category

Is Coffee Truly Bad for You?

Wednesday, October 15th, 2008

It can be difficult to separate fact from fiction about the health effects of drinking coffee. This article examines what has been learned about coffee and diabetes, heart health, cancer and more.

Another Piece of the Dieting Puzzle

Saturday, May 24th, 2008

A recent study gives insight into why some people do better on low-carbohydrate vs. low-fat diets. This article also looks at the way coronary heart disease risk factors respond to different types of diets.

Vitamin D Deficiency Affects Muscle Strength

Wednesday, April 18th, 2007

You probably know that vitamin D is important for bone health. It may also help protect against colds, diabetes, and even cancer. Vitamin deficiencies are suspected in various chronic disease states, including fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Now there is more evidence that a lack of vitamin D can affect muscle strength and performance, [...]