The connection between zinc deficiency and susceptibility to bacterial infection has long been known, but the exact mechanisms by which zinc provides protection remained elusive. That was until Professor Christopher McDevitt of the University of Melbourne led a research study that uncovered the link between dietary zinc intake and protection against Streptococcus pneumoniae. The study was conducted in collaboration with the University of Queensland and the University of Adelaide in ...

A new study from Harvard T. H. Chan School of Public Health has uncovered that drinking more sugary beverages, whether they contain added or naturally occurring sugar, is associated with a higher risk of type 2 diabetes. The connection between the consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages such as soft drinks, punches, fruit drinks, sports drinks, and sugared iced tea and type 2 diabetes is supported by a large amount of evidence. But this new study has revealed that 100% fruit ...

With diabetes, eating thoughtfully is important for your well-being. A healthy diet can help to regulate blood sugars, while decreasing the risk of heart disease. Eating the right kind of fats, in the right amounts, such as avocado, salmon, and nuts are part of a heart-healthy diet. There are about 94 million adults in the U.S. with high cholesterol levels. Why does this matter? Because high cholesterol is a serious health concern. It’s associated with high blood pressure, heart attack, ...

As difficult as type 2 diabetes can sometimes be, there are ways to better manage it. Managing your diabetes through nutrition and fitness are two of the best ways to do this. Tests have shown that 38% percent of individuals with type 2 diabetes get less than the recommended amount of exercise. This often results in weight gain and overall worsening of symptoms. With a balance of fitness and nutrition, anyone with diabetes can take better control over their health. So that they can feel better and have a better quality of life.