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Smoking and risk of colonic diverticulosis: A meta-analysis

Cigarette smoking may promote the formation of diverticuli in the large intestines (colon).

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Total meat (flesh) supply may be a significant risk factor for cardiovascular diseases worldwide

Habitual intake of meat may result in an increased incidence of cardiovascular disease worldwide.

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Cumulative intake of artificially sweetened and sugar-sweetened beverages and risk of incident type 2 diabetes in young adults: the Coronary Artery Risk Development In Young Adults (CARDIA) Study

Heightened consumption of sweetened beverages may lead to the development of type 2 diabetes in young adults.

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Smoking and Risk of Microscopic Colitis: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis

Cigarette smoking may trigger the development of microscopic colitis in men and women.

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Associations of sugar-sweetened, artificially sweetened, and naturally sweet juices with Alzheimer's disease: a prospective cohort study

Swapping sugared beverages with 100% natural fruit and vegetable juices in our diet may lower our risk of having Alzheimer's disease.

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Association of Sugar-Sweetened Beverages and Cardiovascular Diseases Mortality in a Large Young Cohort of Nearly 300,000 Adults (Age 20-39)

Preference for sugar-sweetened beverages may increase death rates from cardiovascular disease in young men and women.

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Alcohol consumption and sleep quality: a community-based study

Fondness for alcohol may reduce sleep quality in men and women.

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Association of Plant Protein Intake With Risk of Incident CKD: A UK Biobank Study

Generous consumption of proteins from plant foods may help foil the development of chronic kidney disease.

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Smoking and Risk of Urolithiasis: Meta-Analysis of Observational Studies

Cigarette smoking may promote the development of stones in the kidneys, bladder, and urethra.

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Should We 'Eat a Rainbow'? An Umbrella Review of the Health Effects of Colorful Bioactive Pigments in Fruits and Vegetables

A diet that promotes the consumption of brightly-colored fruits and vegetables may be beneficial for our health.

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Association between Alcohol Intake and Prostate Cancer Mortality and Survival

The odds of developing lethal prostate cancer may be stacked against high consumers of alcohol.

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High fruit and vegetable intake is positively correlated with antioxidant status and cognitive performance in healthy subjects

Hopping on the plant-based diet train may help stave off cognitive decline in older adults.

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