People whose sugar intake was restricted before birth and in early childhood had markedly lower rates of heart disease later in life. Compared to those never exposed to rationing, their risks of heart ...

But a small yet solid body of science does suggest that chilling these carbohydrate-rich foods after cooking them still could ...

But when it comes to babies and toddlers, new research suggests less sugar may be better for the heart later on. Researchers found that people whose sugar intake was restricted before birth and during ...

The World Health Organization urges nations to rethink their sugary drink and alcohol tax designs. How does South Africa ...

The sun is setting on the Philippine sugar industry but our government refuses to acknowledge it, delaying efforts to transition the poor workers who are dependent on it. In a recent issue, The ...

Is the natural sugar in fruits healthier than added sugars in ultra-processed foods? Dr Rajan explains how glucose from fruits is absorbed differently.

Kombucha is typically considered healthy, but does the added sugar in the fermented tea spike your blood sugar? Here's what ...

To be healthy, conventional wisdom tells us to exercise and limit fatty foods. Exercise helps us lose weight and build muscle. It makes our hearts stronger and boosts how we take in and use oxygen for ...

The Medical Association of Jamaica (MAJ) has welcomed the Government’s move to apply a special consumption tax (SCT) on non-alcoholic beverages containing added sugar or other caloric sweeteners as a ...

Flavored yogurt often contains added sugars and artificial flavors that can turn a healthy snack into dessert. Choose ones ...

Living at high altitudes may lower the risk of diabetes, and scientists believe they have finally figured out why.