Obesity epidemic expected to get worse
Obesity epidemic expected to get worse Obesity has spiraled into a worldwide epidemic affecting 250 million adults but experts believe the worst is still to…
Beta-carotene supplements may promote colon polyps
Beta-carotene supplements may promote colon polyps Beta-carotene supplements appear to promote the recurrence of potentially pre-cancerous colon polyps in…
Multivitamins may reduce risk of birth defects in diabetics
Multivitamins may reduce risk of birth defects in diabetics Regular use of multivitamins may reduce the risk of birth defects in infants born to mothers with…
Atkins diet no better than low fat, higher carb diet
Atkins diet no better than low fat, higher carb diet Shunning starchy foods, fruits and dairy in favor of meat and fat helps obese people shed some weight…
Sitting down for meals may aid weight loss
Sitting down for meals may aid weight loss A new study finds that eating while lying down might leave you hungry for more. Ultrasound stomach scans and…
Eating fish in pregnancy does not harm fetus
Eating fish in pregnancy does not harm fetus Despite concerns that mercury in fish might endanger a developing fetus, the amount of fish a mother eats…
Chewing gum after meals may fight reflux
Chewing gum after meals may fight reflux Researchers say chewing on a piece of gum for about a half-hour after each meal can give some relief from acid…
Diet for lowering blood pressure may act as a diuretic
Diet for lowering blood pressure may act as a diuretic A low-fat diet rich in fruits and vegetables may lower blood pressure by acting as a diuretic, say…
Exercise linked to a lower risk of gallstones
Exercise linked to a lower risk of gallstones A daily run or swim could put real distance between you and painful, debilitating gallstones, according to a…
Light drinking may prevent colon polyps
Light drinking may prevent colon polyps New research from New York suggests moderate drinking may help prevent the growth of cancer-linked polyps. The study…