12 steps recommended for preventing cancer deaths
12 steps recommended for preventing cancer deaths If more Americans quit smoking, lost a little weight and started eating better, at least 60,000 cancer…
Task force gives vitamins less than glowing review
Task force gives vitamins less than glowing review There is insufficient scientific evidence to support the notion that taking certain vitamins will prevent…
Lactose intolerant at risk of osteoporosis
Lactose intolerant at risk of osteoporosis People who are lactose intolerant (they cannot digest the natural sugar in dairy products) tend to get less…
Kraft to cut portions, change marketing strategies
Kraft to cut portions, change marketing strategies Kraft Foods Inc., the largest U.S. food company, said this week it would take steps like capping portion…
NYC schools ban junk food from vending machines
NYC schools ban junk food from vending machines School officials are taking the candy away from New York's kids. Starting in September, candy, soda and…
Mediterranean diet increases longevity
Mediterranean diet increases longevity A Mediterranean-type diet -- rich in vegetables, legumes, fruits and olive oil -- indeed appears to lower the risk of…
Too much zinc raises prostate cancer risk
Too much zinc raises prostate cancer risk Men who take too much zinc may be raising their prostate cancer risk, say U.S. researchers from the National Cancer…
Obesity increases risk of acid reflux
Obesity increases risk of acid reflux Obese people, particularly women, have a substantially greater risk of developing chronic acid reflux than their trim…
School-aged kids choose unhealthy lunches
School-aged kids choose unhealthy lunches Schools that offer students pizza and fries as alternatives to healthier lunch fare are not only encouraging…
Too much soda may cause caffeine headaches in kids
Too much soda may cause caffeine headaches in kids Parents who are mystified about the cause of their son's or daughter's daily headaches might want…