Plant estrogens may not affect breast cancer risk
Plant estrogens may not affect breast cancer risk Naturally occurring substances called phytoestrogens, found in soy, flaxseed and other foods, do not seem…
Vegetarian diet may prevent colon cancer
Vegetarian diet may prevent colon cancer Eating a meat-free, vegetarian diet may reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, new research from the University of…
Antioxidants may protect against diabetes
Antioxidants may protect against diabetes Eating a diet rich in antioxidants, such as vitamin E, appears to ward off diabetes, new research reports. A group…
Whole grains may lower diabetes risk
Whole grains may lower diabetes risk People who consume plenty of whole-grain foods, particularly fiber-rich cereals, may be less likely to develop health…
"Moderate fat" may be better than "low fat" for heart
"Moderate fat" may be better than "low fat" for heart A low-fat diet can help dieters lose weight, but a moderate-fat diet that contains plenty of healthy,…
Moderate salt diet won't affect cholesterol levels
Moderate salt diet won't affect cholesterol levels The amount of salt in your diet, within a moderate range, doesn't seem to have any effect on…
Sugary foods linked to colon cancer
Sugary foods linked to colon cancer Women who consume a lot of foods that rapidly boost blood sugar levels are nearly three times more likely to develop…
Carbs to blame for rising calorie intake
Carbs to blame for rising calorie intake Americans, especially women, are consuming far more calories than they did three decades ago, and the carbohydrate…
Strength training curbs diabetes in pregnancy
Strength training curbs diabetes in pregnancy Women who develop diabetes during pregnancy can reduce their need for insulin treatment by participating in a…
High-carb diet makes a comeback
High-carb diet makes a comeback A small study suggests that people who shun the popular low-carb diet and eat lots of carbohydrates - but avoid fats - can…