Can Coffee or Tea Extend Survival With Diabetes?

THURSDAY, Sept. 14, 2017 -- A diagnosis of diabetes comes with a long list of "don'ts." But new research suggests that coffee and tea probably shouldn't be off-limits because each may help prevent an early death.

Well, at least if you're a woman with diabetes, that is.

Diet Study Suggests It's Carbs, Not Fats, That Are Bad for You

TUESDAY, Aug. 29, 2017 -- A large, 18-country study may turn current nutritional thinking on its head.

The new research suggests that it's not the fat in your diet that's raising your risk of premature death, it's too many carbohydrates -- especially the refined, processed kinds of carbs -- that may be the real killer.

A Healthy Diet May Help Ward Off Dementia

MONDAY, July 17, 2017 -- Eating right may help protect your brain health in old age, a group of new studies show, according to four new studies.

In particular, the Mediterranean-DASH Intervention for Neurodegenerative Delay (MIND) diet lowered people's risk of dementia, two studies concluded.

Here's Why a Soda With That Burger Is Especially Fattening

FRIDAY, July 21, 2017 -- Combining a sugary soda with your burger or fried chicken can really prime your body to pack on more pounds, a new study suggests.

Folks who had a sweetened drink with a high-protein meal stored more unused fat, compared to others who ate the same food with a sugar-free beverage, laboratory tests revealed.

Rich, Well-Educated Get Bigger Bang for Buck From Mediterranean Diet

TUESDAY, Aug. 1, 2017 -- The Mediterranean diet -- rich in fruits, vegetables, fish, olive oil, nuts and whole grains -- has long been hailed as a heart-healthy eating plan. But new research suggests its health benefits may be limited to the rich and well-educated.

For the study, a team of Italian scientists reviewed diets, income and education level of nearly 19,000 men and women.