New study finds a little salt is okay
New study finds a little salt is okay Consuming some salt may be healthier than too little or too much, Canadian researchers reported this week in a study…
Fibre rich diet helps teens ward off metabolic syndrome
Fibre rich diet helps teens ward off metabolic syndrome Teenagers who eat plenty of fibre-rich foods, such as fruit, vegetables and whole grains, are less…
Women with large waistlines more likely to give birth to big babies
Women with large waistlines more likely to give birth to big babies According to UK researchers, women who have large waistlines before pregnancy may be more…
Eating nuts benefits people with metabolic syndrome
Eating nuts benefits people with metabolic syndrome Scientists have reported a link between eating nuts and higher levels of serotonin in people with…
No evidence that vitamin D reduces cancer or heart deaths in women
No evidence that vitamin D reduces cancer or heart deaths in women A study of postmenopausal women found no significant mortality benefit from vitamin D…
Heavy drinking ups stomach cancer risk in men
Heavy drinking ups stomach cancer risk in men Men who have more than four alcoholic drinks in a day may have a heightened risk of stomach cancer, a large…
Mediterranean diet may improve fertility
Mediterranean diet may improve fertility It's argued to be the healthiest diet in the world. The Mediterranean diet - a diet that emphasizes fruit and…
Hormones may explain why dieters regain lost weight
Hormones may explain why dieters regain lost weight I'm sure many people found this month's headlines on weight loss and hormones discouraging. …
Low water intake increases risk of prediabetes
Low water intake increases risk of prediabetes People who drink less than a couple of glasses of water each day may be more likely to develop high blood…
Broccoli, cabbage may boost immune system
Broccoli, cabbage may boost immune system Researchers have found another good reason to eat your green vegetables: immune protection. It turns out that…