Fit young adults reap heart benefits later
Fit young adults reap heart benefits later Getting in shape during young adulthood may pay off in the long run, researchers report. A new study suggests that…
Diet may influence hay fever risk
Diet may influence hay fever risk Getting a healthy dose of certain antioxidants and fatty acids from oils, fruits and vegetables can reduce your risk of…
The Pill plus folic acid may reduce birth defects
The Pill plus folic acid may reduce birth defects Adding the nutrient folic acid to an oral contraceptive may reduce certain types of birth defects, according…
Eating disorders linked with addiction risk
Eating disorders linked with addiction risk People with eating disorders are much more likely to abuse drugs or alcohol or smoke than the general population,…
FTC urges review of food label serving sizes
FTC urges review of food label serving sizes The U.S. Federal Trade Commission says the government should take another look at the serving sizes listed on…
Cod liver oil reduces diabetes risk
Cod liver oil reduces diabetes risk Taking cod liver oil early in life appears to reduce the chances that children will develop insulin-dependent (type 1)…
Low selenium linked to pregnancy complication
Low selenium linked to pregnancy complication Some pregnant women are prone to developing a condition called pre-eclampsia, which involves high blood…
Mom's vitamin D intake cuts baby's diabetes risk
Mom's vitamin D intake cuts baby's diabetes risk A pregnant woman's intake of vitamin D from a regular diet � but not from supplements �…
Poll says hospitals burdened by obese patients
Poll says hospitals burdened by obese patients In America, some hospitals are buying costly new equipment such as reinforced toilets and oversized beds to…
Proper pregnancy weight gain benefits mom, baby
Proper pregnancy weight gain benefits mom, baby A newborn's birth weight and a mother's weight after pregnancy are influenced not just by how much…