MIND diet Archive

A review of 17 studies found that for people at high risk of heart disease, cutting down on saturated fats may have lowered their risk of major cardiac events over the next five years, but people at lower risk did not see similar benefits.

While protein is essential to help prevent muscle loss as you age, other nutrients matter, too. Carbohydrates, magnesium, iron, omega-3 fats, and vitamin D work together to support muscle function and prevent muscle breakdown. Getting enough water is also essential for muscle performance and function.

Most people have heard the nutritional recommendation to eat five servings of fruit per day. But are some fruits better for you than others? Is it okay to eat dried or frozen fruit, or to drink fruit juice? Does it have to be organic?

Like most vitamins, B₁₂ can't be made by the body and must be gotten from food or supplements. A B₁₂ deficiency -- which might stem from a vegan or vegetarian diet, or problems with absorption due to weight loss surgery or aging -- can seriously harm nerves, mood, thinking, energy, and more.

A 2026 study suggested that people who stop taking weight-loss medications rapidly regain weight and lose heart health benefits associated with the drugs.

Bone broth, made by slowly simmering animal bones with seasonings, offers rich flavor, more protein than regular broth, and amounts of minerals. Choosing low-sodium varieties or making it at home helps limit additives and salt.

Dragon fruit stands out for its striking look, mild sweetness, and a mix of fiber, minerals, and antioxidant compounds. It isn't a magic "superfood," but it's a healthy, colorful way to help people eat more fruit in fun new ways.

While many people may think that a more sustainable diet is more expensive, a 2025 study suggests that in fact, foods with smaller environmental footprints tend to cost less. Choosing fewer animal-based foods and more plants can be better for health, budgets, and the planet.

A 2025 study suggests that polyphenols, found in a wide range of plant foods, may have long-term benefits for the heart. Over an average of 11 years, people whose diets contained the most polyphenol-rich foods ranked lowest on scores of heart disease risk.

The new Dietary Guidelines for Americans are a mixed bag. While their advice to choose whole foods, avoid highly processed foods, and limit added sugars is sound, their promotion of animal-based foods like meat and full-fat dairy products is less supported by rigorous scientific research.