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One Drink a Day May Not Be Safe After All
A new study reviewed 7,200+ studies to redefine what 'moderate' drinking actually means for cancer, heart disease, and mortality risk. Published June 9, 2026.
Selena·
heart-health
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nutritionresearchscience
Food preservatives and heart disease: what a 112,000-person study found
A major French study of 112,000 adults linked 8 common food preservatives to higher blood pressure and cardiovascular risk. Here's which ones, and what to eat instead.
Selena·
nutritionresearchscience
Why Bananas Ruin Berry Smoothie Benefits
A UC Davis study found banana-based smoothies reduce flavanol absorption by 84%. Here's why, and what to blend instead for real heart benefits.
Selena·
nutritionresearchscience
Beans and soy may cut your blood pressure risk by nearly 30%
A major BMJ analysis of 12 long-term studies found that regular legume and soy intake could lower hypertension risk by up to 29-30%. Here's what the data shows, and how much you actually need to eat.
Selena·
nutritionheart-healthresearch
The Salt Swap That Could Lower Blood Pressure
Fewer than 6% of US adults use salt substitutes, even those with hard-to-treat high blood pressure. A new AHA analysis calls it a missed opportunity for heart health.
Selena·
nutritionhealthheart-health
Heart Disease in Women Is Rising. Here's What Helps.
AHA warns heart disease will surge in women by 2050. Research shows Mediterranean diet patterns can cut stroke risk significantly.
Emma·