Unhealthy meals don't just cause internal damage decades down the road, but right here and now, within hours of going into your mouth. Michael Greger damagedecadehour Change image and share on social
Good news for orange lovers: citrus fruit intake has been associated with reduced stroke risk. Michael Greger citrusfruitgood Change image and share on social
Oregano is such an antioxidant-rich herb that researchers decided to see if it could reduce the DNA-damaging effects of radiation. Michael Greger antioxidantdamagedecide Change image and share on social
A good way to adjust to a healthier diet is to think of three meals you enjoy that are largely plant-based. Pasta with tomato sauce can be tweaked to whole-grain pasta with added vegetables. Michael Greger addadjustbase Change image and share on social
Nitric oxide is a key biological messenger within the body. When released by the cells lining your arteries, it makes the walls of the arteries relax, allowing more blood to flow. Michael Greger allowarterybiological Change image and share on social
Everyone feels sad occasionally. A full range of emotions is part of what makes us human. Michael Greger emotionfeltfull Change image and share on social
After following more than 60,000 people for more than a dozen years, University of Oxford researchers found those who consume a plant-based diet were less likely to develop all forms of cancer combined. Michael Greger 000basecancer share on social
The fumes produced by frying bacon contain carcinogens called nitrosamines. Though all meat may release potentially carcinogenic fumes, processed meat such as bacon may be the worst. Michael Greger baconbadcall Change image and share on social
Physical activity is considered a promising preventive measure against breast cancer - not only because it helps with weight control but because exercise tends to lower circulating estrogen levels. Michael Greger activitybreastcancer Change image and share on social
A massive stroke may kill you instantly, while a series of mini-strokes may disable and kill you over several years. Michael Greger disableinstantlykill Change image and share on social