Worst fruits for diabetes: Fruit types to avoid or include
Fruits to avoid Fruit juice Dried fruit Product labels Portions Fruits to eat Summary People with diabetes should always include fruit in a balanced diet, and there…
Mental health and the pandemic: Issues and solutions
After 2 years of living with COVID-19, the physical toll of the pandemic is evident, in terms of cases, hospitalizations and deaths, but what of the mental…
COVID-19: How the first lockdown changed our creativity
COVID-19 lockdowns may have confined many people to their homes but new research suggests that these limits did not hinder people from expressing their creativity. Could this…
Passion, exercise, and relationships protect against cognitive decline
The COVID-19 pandemic has set the tone for a "new normal" of health and well-being. This feature series aims to empower readers to take control of their…
Did the COVID-19 pandemic lead to changes in our personality traits?
The COVID-19 pandemic has set the tone for a "new normal" of health and well-being. This feature series aims to empower readers to take control of their…
Intermittent fasting: Facts vs myths
Intermittent fasting is an increasingly popular weight loss dieting strategy. Beyond weight loss however, the diet has promising benefits that may reduce the risk of developing some…
Meal frequency and portion size: What to know
Many of us may have heard that eating several small meals daily can help improve metabolism and achieve optimal health. However, evidence to support this claim is…
Plant-based diets: Healthy vs. ‘junk’ veggie
Plant-based diets continue to grow in popularity for their many health benefits, including lower risks of heart disease and type 2 diabetes. However, not all plant-based diets…
Protein for muscle mass: What is the optimal intake?
While strength training is important for building muscle, so is consuming the right amount of protein. There has been continuous research and controversy about how much protein…
13 myths about lung cancer
Because November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the latest edition of Medical Myths tackles lung cancer. Among a range of misunderstandings and mistruths, we cover pollution, surgery,…