Too much TV increases obesity and diabetes in women
Too much TV increases obesity and diabetes in women Women who are glued to the television are also likely to watch their waistlines expand, Harvard…
DHEA doesn't boost memory in Alzheimer's
DHEA doesn't boost memory in Alzheimer's DHEA, a supplement version of a naturally occurring hormone, appears to do little if anything for people diagnosed…
Black cohosh may make breast cancer drug more toxic
Black cohosh may make breast cancer drug more toxic Women with breast cancer who are undergoing chemotherapy may want to avoid black cohosh, the herbal…
Height, family history increase risk of varicose veins
Height, family history increase risk of varicose veins New research suggests that simple genetics may explain why some people get varicose veins, the…
Eating fish reduces heart disease in diabetic women
Eating fish reduces heart disease in diabetic women Women with diabetes appear to receive the heart-healthy benefits of a diet rich in fish. Among women…
Obese men have greater risk of prostate cancer
Obese men have greater risk of prostate cancer Obese men may be more than twice as likely to develop prostate cancer as those who are less overweight, French…
Saturated fat diet piles on pounds around organs
Saturated fat diet piles on pounds around organs People who eat a diet high in saturated fat, which is found in all animal foods like meat and dairy…
Premature babies' diet linked to diabetes risk
Premature babies' diet linked to diabetes risk Premature babies given a nutrient-enriched diet designed to help them catch up to their full term peers appear…
Obesity increases level of harmful free radicals
Obesity increases level of harmful free radicals People who are obese seem to have higher-than-normal levels of oxidative stress, an accumulation of the…
Coalition of food companies takes on Dr. Atkins
Coalition of food companies takes on Dr. Atkins It is estimated 15 million-plus North Americans seen as devoted followers of dieting guru Dr. Robert Atkins,…