Sodium is an essential mineral for your body, but many Americans consume too much. A low-sodium diet is often advised for conditions like high blood pressure or kidney disease. A study found that a ...

Too much sodium can raise blood pressure and strain the heart and kidneys. Nature’s Bakery Fig Bars are low in sodium and high in heart-healthy fiber. Check labels for hidden sodium and choose snacks ...

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A 12-week low FODMAP diet not only eased pain, bloating, and diarrhea in IBS patients but also raised levels of the gut hormone GLP-1. However, the hormone shift didn’t fully explain the symptom ...

An intervention that combined a low-calorie Mediterranean diet and exercise led to less diabetes incidence in older adults. Men had a greater diabetes risk reduction with the intervention than women.

ST. PAUL, Minn., Aug. 25 (UPI) --Consuming a low-calorie version of a "Mediterranean diet" rich in fruits, whole grains and extra virgin olive oil -- but light on meat -- can help provide a big ...