Seven ways to keep kids hydrated
Seven ways to keep kids hydrated Don’t wait for your kids to tell you they’re thirsty before offering them water, experts say. Instead, offer them…
Vitamin D increases survival chances from colorectal cancer
Vitamin D increases survival chances from colorectal cancer Bowel cancer patients with high blood levels of vitamin D are more likely to survive the disease,…
Extreme obesity cuts lifespan more than smoking
Extreme obesity cuts lifespan more than smoking That obesity can cut life short by causing strokes and other illnesses comes as no surprise, but a study…
Almonds linked to protection from heart disease
Almonds linked to protection from heart disease A new study from Aston University in Birmingham, UK revealed that eating almonds can reduce the risk of heart…
Dark chocolate may ease walking for people with artery disease
Dark chocolate may ease walking for people with artery disease Older people who have trouble walking because of poor blood flow to their legs may be able to…
Vitamin D deficiency linked to higher risk of cardiovascular, cancer death
Vitamin D deficiency linked to higher risk of cardiovascular, cancer death A vitamin D boost may prevent early death from heart disease and cancer, according…
Calcium supplements may have too much for some older women
Calcium supplements may have too much for some older women Calcium and vitamin D are commonly recommended for older women, but the usual supplements may send…
Healthy habits linked to lower stroke risk
Healthy habits linked to lower stroke risk A new study from the German Cancer Research Centre in Heidelberg confirms that people who maintain a healthy…
Processed red meat linked to heart failure among men
Processed red meat linked to heart failure among men More bad news for processed meat. According to a large study from Sweden, men who reported a heavy intake…
FDA advises pregnant women to eat more low-mercury fish
FDA advises pregnant women to eat more low-mercury fish U.S. regulators recommended this week that pregnant women, nursing mothers and women who might become…