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…
Too little calcium, water linked to kidney stones
Too little calcium, water linked to kidney stones Older women whose diets include too little calcium or water - or too much salt - have an increased risk of…
Blueberries, apples, pears linked to lower risk of diabetes
Blueberries, apples, pears linked to lower risk of diabetes A new study from the Harvard School of Public Health found that people who ate a higher amount of…
Losing belly fat linked to healthier arteries regardless of type of diet
Losing belly fat linked to healthier arteries regardless of type of diet Overweight people who lose weight, especially abdominal fat, can improve the…