This is a new format for the blog.  Each week I plan to update the blog with new research done in the general field of nutrition and health.  In addition to this I will be posting blogs specifically related to lupus so please keep checking back for new content.   * Research finds that women may reduce heart disease risk by eating omega 3 rich oily fish.  Read more about it here  .  For evidence based articles that I have previously written on heart disease please click here   * Research finds that stroke risk in women may be reduced by eating a diet rich in vegetables, fruits and wholegrains.  Read more about it here.    For evidence based articles that I have previously written on stroke please click here   * Research reviews the risk of stroke, diet quality, overeating and weight.  Read more about it here   * Research finds that an intermittent, low-carbohydrate diet may be superior to a standard, daily calorie-restricted diet for reducing weight and lowering blood levels of insulin.  Read more about it here   * Dr Briffa writes an evidence based article about calcium, vitamin D and fat.  To read it click here   Posted by Ani Richardson