Running, weight training reduce risk of heart disease in men
Running, weight training reduce risk of heart disease in men While the total amount of exercise is important--more being better--new study findings suggest…
Study finds low-carb diet safe over short term
Study finds low-carb diet safe over short term Researchers from University of Cincinnati in Ohio say that people who follow a low-carbohydrate, high-protein…
Blood pressure guidelines stress exercise, diet
Blood pressure guidelines stress exercise, diet New U.S. government recommendations released last week emphasize that high blood pressure can be prevented…
Weight loss improves female urinary incontinence
Weight loss improves female urinary incontinence Researchers from the University of California, San Francisco have found that women with urinary incontinence…
Most Americans care about healthy eating, but some ignore
Most Americans care about healthy eating, but some ignore Americans are generally aware of the importance of healthy eating, but about one third of the…
Soy supplements may not increase bone density
Soy supplements may not increase bone density Soy supplements rich in plant estrogen compounds called isoflavones do not appear to boost bone mass in young…
Drinking black tea may lower blood pressure
Drinking black tea may lower blood pressure People who drink black tea throughout the day may get the benefit of a slight reduction in their blood pressure,…
Calories count, but not where they come from
Calories count, but not where they come from Sticking to diets with strict proportions of fat, carbs and protein may not be more effective for people who…
Smaller servings mean more balanced meals for kids
Smaller servings mean more balanced meals for kids Feeding preschoolers smaller portions of the main dish at lunchtime means they'll eat more fruit and…
Too much iodine may have downsides
Too much iodine may have downsides Iodine deficiency is a major health problem worldwide, but a new study points to the potential downsides of too much…