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Vitamin pills can prevent low-weight infants
Extra vitamin supplements can reduce the risk of having an underweight or undersized infant, and all pregnant women in developing countries should receive these supplements, researchers said on Wednesday. more...
Most Americans don't eat smart and exercise: CDC
Only one in seven Americans exercises enough and eats enough fruits and vegetables, and men are worse than women, federal health officials said on Thursday. more...
Mediterranean diet may ward off asthma, allergies
A traditional Mediterranean diet rich in fruits, vegetables and nuts during childhood appears to protect against symptoms of asthma and nasal allergies, according to a new study. more...
Certain foods block proteins needed by cancer cells
Eating foods like broccoli and soy has been linked to lower cancer rates, and California researchers said on Sunday that they may have discovered the biological mechanism behind the protective effect. more...
More evidence that vegetables reduce cancer risk
New research is strengthening evidence that following mom's admonition to eat your vegetables may be some of the best health advice around. more...
Fatty acid tied to depression and inflammation
The imbalance of fatty acids in the typical American diet could be associated with the sharp increase in heart disease and depression seen over the past century, a new study suggests. more...
Vitamin D affects physical function in elderly
Older men and women who fail to get enough vitamin D -- either from their diets or exposure to the sun -- are at heightened risk for muscle weakness and poor physical performance, a study shows. This is troubling, researchers say, given the high numbers of older folks who are deficient in vitamin D. more...
Fish oil may preserve thinking ability in elderly
High blood levels of omega-3 highly unsaturated fatty acids, which are found in fish oil, may help preserve thinking ability in the elderly, according to the findings of two studies published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. The results were particularly striking among subjects with high blood pressure or high cholesterol levels. more...
Flavonols may help ward of pancreatic cancer
A look at the eating patterns of 183,518 California and Hawaii residents has found evidence that a diet high in flavonols might help ward off pancreatic cancer. Flavonols are found in plant-based foods with onions, apples, berries, kale, and broccoli having the highest concentrations. more...
Black cohosh may cut breast cancer risk
A new study provides preliminary evidence that an herbal medicine used to help women cope with menopausal symptoms may reduce breast cancer risk. more...
Antioxidants may reduce noise-induced hearing loss
You might want to accompany that next rock concert with a few antioxidant cocktails, if new animal research is correct. more...
High fiber and magnesium may cut diabetes risk
High levels of cereal fiber and magnesium are associated with a reduced risk of type 2 diabetes mellitus, according to a report in the Archives of Internal Medicine. more...
Lifestyle changes help protect heart postmenopause
Women can fight menopause's heart-threatening consequences by losing weight, exercising more and eating better; and these lifestyle changes may be particularly helpful to those who stop taking hormone replacement therapy (HRT) a new study shows. more...
Fatty acids may reduce macular degeneration risk
High dietary levels of omega-3 long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids and fish may reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration, new research suggests. more...
Calcium may help keep off postmenopausal pounds
Women who get enough calcium and vitamin D after menopause, especially if they had inadequate levels of the mineral to begin with, may avoid the weight gain that often accompanies age, a new study shows. more...
CORRECTION: Plant foods, whole grains help men breathe easier
Eating plenty of fruit, vegetables and fish may keep men's lungs healthy as well as their hearts, a new study shows. more...
Vitamin D needs more calcium to lower hip fracture
The risk of hip fracture appears to be reduced by oral vitamin D supplements only if they are accompanied by additional calcium, according to a report in The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. more...
Fish oil plus exercise may banish body fat
People looking to shed body fat might want to follow their workouts with a few capsules of fish oil, if preliminary research is correct. more...
U.S. women, especially minorities, short on folate
A government study shows that despite requirements that grains be fortified with folic acid, many U.S. women -- particularly blacks and Hispanics -- are not getting enough of the B vitamin. more...
Cruciferous veggies may ward off bladder cancer
Substances found in cruciferous vegetables, like broccoli and cauliflower, may help protect people from bladder cancer, a new study shows. more...
Soy nuts reduce blood pressure and cholesterol
One half of a cup of soy nuts each day may work as well as anti-hypertension medication to lower blood pressure, a new study in postmenopausal women demonstrates. more...
Vitamin D may prevent age-related macular disease
The results of a study published in the Archives of Ophthalmology suggest that vitamin D may protect individuals from developing age-related macular degeneration. more...
Spoonful of cinnamon helps blood sugar stay down
Adding some cinnamon to your dessert may temper the blood sugar surge that follows a sweet treat, a new study suggests. more...
Low vitamin D may be a heart disease risk factor
A new study shows an association between low vitamin D levels and risk factors for cardiovascular disease 'in a nationally representative sample.' more...
Prenatal omega-3 may boost baby's brainpower
Children whose mothers get enough omega-3 fatty acid during pregnancy may have sharper problem-solving skills in infancy, a small study suggests. more...
Soy compound may boost bone density
Supplements containing a soy compound called genistein may help increase women's bone mass after menopause, a study suggests. more...
Omega-3 fatty acids slow eye disease progression
Dietary supplements of omega-3-polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA), the healthy fatty acid found in certain fish or fish oils, nuts, seeds, vegetable oils and other foods, reduces the disease progress in the eye. more...
Late-starters can benefit from healthy habits: study
Even in middle age, adopting a healthy lifestyle can lower the risk for heart disease and premature death within years of changing habits, researchers reported on Thursday. more...
Adequate sun exposure no guard against low vitamin D
In many people, vitamin D levels can remain low despite abundant exposure to sunlight, research shows. more...
Healthy diet may decrease diabetes risk
Adopting a diet rich in whole grains, vegetables and fiber while cutting back on red meat and fats may reduce the risk of developing diabetes, results of a new study suggest. more...
Few aware of pre-conception folic acid benefits
Most women are aware that getting enough folic acid during pregnancy can help prevent some birth defects, but many don't know that they should be taking the vitamin before they become pregnant, a new survey shows. more...
Depression tied to low folate levels
Results of a new study confirm an association between folate levels and depression. more...
Calcium, vitamin D may lower diabetes risk
Calcium and vitamin D, whether from food or supplements, may help lower the risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a research review. more...
Low glycemic index diets best for weight loss
Low glycemic index diets are more effective than other diet strategies for helping overweight or obese people lose weight and improve their cholesterol levels, a review of the medical literature shows. more...
Three in four in US will be overweight by 2015
If people keep gaining weight at the current rate, fat will be the norm by 2015, with 75 percent of U.S. adults overweight and 41 percent obese, U.S. researchers predicted on Wednesday. more...
Some polyunsaturated fats may protect the colon
New research suggests that eating a lot of foods rich in omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) -- the healthy fatty acid found in foods such as fish and nuts -- may reduce a person's risk of developing colorectal cancer. more...
Low vitamin D levels tied to higher blood pressure
As blood levels of vitamin D drop, blood pressure increases, according to findings from the Third National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES III). more...
Lo-glycemic index diets help obese lose weight
Overweight adults who would like to shed some pounds may want to replace their white bread with a serving of beans, a research review suggests. more...
Diabetics may do well on Mediterranean diet
Eating a traditional Mediterranean diet -- more vegetables, fruits, and fish, and fewer animal products -- does seem to ward off heart disease, an Australian study shows, and it may be especially beneficial for people with diabetes. more...
Amino acids slow muscle breakdown during exercise
Athletes who consume branched-chain amino acids (BCAAs) while working out may prevent muscle breakdown during moderate endurance exercise, a new study confirms. more... |
