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…
Diet, exercise are key for kids on anti-inflammatory drugs
Diet, exercise are key for kids on anti-inflammatory drugs For children taking oral doses of powerful anti-inflammatory drugs, exercise and diet are a…
Celiac disease is more common than once thought
Celiac disease is more common than once thought An autoimmune disease of the gut may be more common than previously thought, and screening the blood for…
Some female vegetarians at risk of eating disorder
Some female vegetarians at risk of eating disorder College-aged women who describe themselves as vegetarians are more likely to be concerned with their…
FDA warns Americans about dietary supplements
FDA warns Americans about dietary supplements The U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Friday warned consumers against taking certain dietary supplements…
Statins and dietary changes may shrink artery deposits
Statins and dietary changes may shrink artery deposits A healthy diet and exercise, coupled with cholesterol-lowering statin drugs, may slow or even cut…
Agency sees health gain for poor countries from fortified foods
Agency sees health gain for poor countries from fortified foods An agency dedicated to better nutrition said that it would start adding vitamins and minerals…