Drinking coffee could lead to a longer life
Whether it’s caffeinated or decaffeinated, coffee is associated with lower mortality, which suggests the association is not tied to caffeine.
Poor diet, plus Alzheimer’s gene, may fuel the disease
Could a healthy diet spare people who have an Alzheimer’s gene from developing the disease? USC researchers suggest the issue deserves more study.
As final exams approach, here are things you can do to make it through in top shape
USC experts have advice — some of it common sense, some surprising — that will help you conquer the week ahead or any time of stress.
Fruit and veggies rich in potassium may be key to lowering blood pressure
New study by Keck School of Medicine of USC researcher links increased dietary potassium with lower hypertension.
Mood and food: Some things to think about when raiding the fridge
Researchers find a way to track how you feel when it’s time for a meal.
Fasting-mimicking diet may reverse diabetes
Periodic cycles of fasting reprogram pancreatic cells and restore insulin production, USC researchers find.
Scientifically designed fasting diet lowers risks for major diseases
A randomized trial shows cycles of a five-day fasting diet designed by a USC researcher safely reduces the risk factors for age-related diseases.
Fit Families program has healthy focus, from exercise routines to eating right
For participants in the free, USC-sponsored weekly sessions, payoffs include a positive outlook and some impressive weight loss.
USC researcher receives $6 million for sugar-related obesity studies
Michael Goran will look into reducing sugar intake among Hispanic children and postpartum women.
Our easy excuse to eat badly: Someone else is serving the food
USC Marshall research explains how being less involved with serving our own meals can lead to large portions.
Why Thanksgiving is the perfect time to adopt a Mediterranean diet
Seven things you need to know before preparing that fabulous feast.
Nutritional guidance often missing from substance abuse treatment
Patients in drug and alcohol recovery face the risks of malnutrition, dramatic weight changes and eating disorders.
Once and for all: Is coffee good for you, or bad for you?
USC researchers look at the myths and realities of our favorite morning brew — from addiction to stunted growth and more — and have some surprising answers.
Piping hot drinks may lead to cancer of the esophagus
But the WHO pulls back from earlier statements that coffee itself is “possibly carcinogenic.”
Diet that mimics fasting may also reduce multiple sclerosis symptoms
Previous studies indicated that similar diets could fight cancer and reduce the signs of aging.
More meat, more problems: Bacon may increase breast cancer risk in Latinas
Tuna has similar impact on white women, USC research suggests.
‘Hunger hormone’ turns eating less into eating more
If scientists can suppress ghrelin’s activity in the brain, they may be able to cut down on the desire to overeat.
The awful truth about yummy bacon
USC expert talks about the World Health Organization’s findings on the risks of eating processed meat.
All sugars are not equally desirable, new study finds
Researchers examine how the brain and body respond to glucose and fructose.
Fasting and less-toxic cancer drug could be alternative to chemotherapy
In back-to-back studies, researchers show how fasting combined with a class of cancer-inhibiting drugs can starve colorectal, breast and lung cancer cells.
Fit Families feeds a need for healthier eating
USC’s free wellness program educates residents about diet and exercise in areas at high risk of chronic diseases.
Carley’s Carb-less Kitchen offers education on epilepsy
In memory of a special teen, families come together to learn about dietary therapy.
Can music add harmony to your health?
Body computing competition at USC will challenge entrants to mix music and biometrics.
Fasting triggers stem cell regeneration of damaged, old immune system
Results in mice are first evidence of natural intervention triggering stem cell-dependent regeneration of organ or system.