Skim milk may lead to acne among teen girls
Skim milk may lead to acne among teen girls New research suggests that it may not be the chocolate and pizza that threatens many teenage girls'…
Caffeine linked to teens' blood pressure
Caffeine linked to teens' blood pressure Researchers report that the amount of caffeine consumed by teenagers is directly related to their daytime blood…
Protein in red meat, dairy linked to heart problems
Protein in red meat, dairy linked to heart problems Results from a recent study published in the current issue of the American Journal of Epidemiology…
Doctors suggest children should drink less juice
Doctors suggest children should drink less juice Recent researcher suggests a link between sweet drinks, natural or otherwise, to a host of child health…
Diet as effective as drugs in lowering cholesterol
Diet as effective as drugs in lowering cholesterol Canadian researchers report that a diet rich in fiber and vegetables lowered cholesterol just as much as…
Diet high in fat, sodium boosts risk of stroke
Diet high in fat, sodium boosts risk of stroke The results of a recent study show that high fat and high sodium diets are both risk factors for stroke,…
Most preschoolers' diets lack fiber
Most preschoolers' diets lack fiber A recent survey shows that most children between the ages of 2 and 5 don't eat even close to the recommended amount of…
Rice bran oil may lower cholesterol
Rice bran oil may lower cholesterol New research findings point to the specific component of rice bran responsible for its heart-healthy effects. Two small…
Calcium reduces women's risk of colorectal cancer
Calcium reduces women's risk of colorectal cancer Diets high in calcium reduce women's risk of colorectal cancer, and women who also take calcium supplements…
Weight lower but more cranky with fasting
Weight lower but more cranky with fasting Fasting every other day may be a possible way to slash calories -- if you and those around you don't mind the…