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To Lessen Crohn's Symptoms, Try Restricting Your Eating Time

People suffering from Crohn's disease or IBD often think about what they eat, but it may be just as important to consider when they eat. >

It's Not about Low-Carb or Low-Fat; Food Quality Makes the Difference to Your Heart

If you want to reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease, go for quality, whole foods (not expensive!). Low-fat or low-carb doesn't matter. >

Caffeine Helps the Brain Stay Nimble

Coffee and tea can be important tools for reducing dementia risk. Shoot for about two to three cups a day. Be aware: Decaf doesn't do it. >

Choosing Healthier, Unprocessed Foods Is Easier than You May Think

When asked to follow an unprocessed diet, people chose and ate more healthy food, but fewer calories. Call it nutritional intelligence. >

Intermittent Fasting May Ease Crohn's Symptoms

A calorie-restricted diet reduced symptoms and inflammation in patients with inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease. >

Food Additives Linked to Increased Cancer Risk

Preservatives added during processing extend foods' shelf life, but some of these chemicals also raise the risk of several types of cancer. >

A Sharp Rise in Gestational Diabetes

Rates of diabetes during pregnancy have been rising for years. A lack of exercise, overweight and older maternal age all may play a role. >

Cheese As Brain Food?

Dairy foods eaten in moderation appear to lower the risk of dementia. Beware: ultra-processed cheesy foods did not provide a brain boost. >

A Diet to Give Your Heart More Healthy Years

Foods high in polyphenols -- like chocolate, coffee, tea, fruits and nuts -- help your heart age more healthfully. It's easy to get started. >

Plant-Based Foods Need a Closer Look

Vegan, vegetarian and other plant-forward foods sound healthy, and can be, but to protect your heart there's something else to consider. >

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