Taking vitamin E helps keep cataracts away, according to new research by Paul Jacques, DSc,  at the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center on Aging at Tufts University. Read more »

More zinc may help your child learn faster, says James G. Penland, a researcher at the USDA Human Nutrition Research Center. Read more »

Want to keep your blood sugar down to lower your odds of developing diabetes? Or if you are diabetic, would you like to lower blood glucose further without extra drugs? Read more »

If you want to keep your mind sharp and avoid Alzheimer’s as you get older, don’t forget to take your folic acid daily. It can slash your chances of Alzheimer’s in half, says new research.   Read more »

Here’s an amazing new way to keep your skin younger and smoother as you get older. Get more fish oil. It can help stave off wrinkles, suggests new research.     Read more »

Here’s a salad with loads of disease-fighting antioxidants in the potatoes, tomatoes, onions, basil, garlic and olive oil. True, white potatoes tend to boost blood sugar, but the vinegar in this recipe helps to suppress such rises, making this a healthful salad. Read more »

Confused by recent media reports, saying vitamin E does not show heart benefits and could be harmful? Read more »

An antioxidant in green tea can short-circuit cancer in a striking new way, making it better than cancer drugs at blocking a protein that can trigger cancer, according to breakthrough research presented at the annual conference of the American Institute of Cancer Research in Washington, D.C. Read more »

You’ve seen the ads saying you can lose weight by drinking more milk. But many scientists say it’s far from a good bet. Read more »

Concerned about colon cancer? Cut red meat. Eat fish or poultry instead. That’s the message from the largest diet-cancer investigation ever conducted, involving half a million people in 10 European countries. Read more »

Here’s a new reason to eat antioxidant-rich fruits and vegetables: They may switch on the fountain of youth. Read more »

We’ve all heard that cholesterol-lowering statins, such as Lipitor and Zocor, stop heart attacks and save lives. Up to 15 million Americans take statins. But a new analysis in the Archives of Internal Medicine finds omega-3 fish oil far more lifesaving than statin drugs. Read more »

Can diet cause acne? Dermatological dogma says no. New research says yes. Read more »

Drinking coffee to sober up is an old wives’ tale, but science says coffee may lessen liver damage from, among other things, too much alcohol. Read more »

Here’s a change of pace: crispy stir-fried beans that are excellent as an appetizer or side dish. Green vegetables are rich in antioxidants and tied to lower risk of certain cancers. Read more »

Sure, you can take the salt shaker off the table. It’s tougher to get rid of salt overloads in the processed foods that account for as much as 80% of the sodium we consume. Read more »

I confess I’m a whole grain junkie. I’m hooked on dense whole-grain bread, oatmeal, popcorn and shredded wheat. As a kid growing up in Ohio, it was Wheaties, too. Read more »

The dried apricot and cranberries in this recipe up the antioxidant content of this dish. To boost flavor and nutrition, prepare the whole-grain couscous with orange juice instead of water. Read more »

Chick peas have a very low glycemic index, which means they create steady blood sugar and are especially healthful for diabetics. They’re also a great source of fiber making them anit-cholesterol. Read more »

Fiber: To lower blood pressure, eat more fiber-rich fruits and vegetables, says a new Tulane University analysis. Eating 7 to 19 grams of fiber a day, particularly soluble fiber in fruits and vegetables, lowered high and normal blood pressure. Read more »

This super-green salad has lots of antioxidants, including lutein, beta-carotene and vitamin C, and it’s a delicious way to help you rack up the seven to nine daily servings of fruits and vegetables recommended for adults. Read more »

No magic bullet can stop our epidemic of type 2 diabetes, but certain supplements may help cut risk and alleviate symptoms: Read more »