Diet, exercise, weight control improve odds after cancer diagnosis
Diet, exercise, weight control improve odds after cancer diagnosis New guidelines from the American Cancer Society say for many cancers, maintaining a…
Soft drinks - even diet - up stroke risk
Soft drinks - even diet - up stroke risk We've heard repeatedly that soft drinks - including pop, energy drinks and vitamin waters - are bad for your…
Study: More exercise, eating less fat, weight loss programs work, popular diets don’t
Study: More exercise, eating less fat, weight loss programs work, popular diets don’t Contrary to popular perception, a large proportion of obese Americans…
Lack of sleep linked to obesity
Lack of sleep linked to obesity A new paper which reviews the evidence from sleep restriction studies reveals that inadequate sleep is linked to obesity. The…
Fast food salt levels vary between North America and Europe
Fast food salt levels vary between North America and Europe Technical issues are often cited as barriers to salt reduction initiatives. But based on new…
Large study finds soy helps alleviate hot flashes
Large study finds soy helps alleviate hot flashes In the most comprehensive study to date to examine the effects of soy on menopause, researchers have found…
Flavonoid rich foods, especially berries, protect against Parkinson's disease in men
Flavonoid rich foods, especially berries, protect against Parkinson's disease in men Men who eat flavonoid-rich foods such as berries, tea, apples and red…
New online calculator assesses how 5 lifestyle factors impact life expectancy
New online calculator assesses how 5 lifestyle factors impact life expectancy Wondering how long you will live? This week scientists from Ontario, Canada…
Low glycemic food at breakfast controls blood sugar during the day
Low glycemic food at breakfast controls blood sugar during the day Eating foods at breakfast that have a low glycemic index may help prevent a spike in blood…
Fast food and bakery foods linked to depression
Fast food and bakery foods linked to depression A new study published in the Public Health Nutrition journal has shown eating commercial bakery goods (fairy…