Soy compound lowers breast cancer risk
Soy compound lowers breast cancer risk Women with high levels genistein, an estrogen-like compound found in soy, seem to have a lower risk of developing…
Trans fats linked to breast cancer
Trans fats linked to breast cancer Trans fats, which are known for being bad for heart health, may also raise the risk of developing breast cancer, say…
Cabbage family vegetables guard against breast cancer
Cabbage family vegetables guard against breast cancer Cruciferous vegetables may help lower the risk of developing breast cancer, particularly for women who…
Meat, dairy for breast cancer; Fiber for ovarian cancer
Meat, dairy for breast cancer; Fiber for ovarian cancer According to a new study published in the International Journal of Cancer, women who eat…
Low-fat dairy can lower women's blood pressure
Low-fat dairy can lower women's blood pressure Women who regularly consume low-fat milk or yogurt may have a lower risk of developing high blood pressure,…
Simple carbs up breast and ovarian cancer risk
Simple carbs up breast and ovarian cancer risk Women who eat a diet high in simple carbohydrates - instead of fruits, vegetables and unsaturated fats - are…
Obesity doubles gall bladder cancer risk in women
Obesity doubles gall bladder cancer risk in women Obesity affects men and women differently in terms of cancer risk, according to a study published in the…
Antioxidants lower risk of cataracts in women
Antioxidants lower risk of cataracts in women The antioxidants vitamin E and lutein, from both food and supplements, may reduce women’s risk for…
Caffeine may double miscarriage risk
Caffeine may double miscarriage risk Pregnant women who drink two or more cups of coffee a day have twice the risk of having a miscarriage as those who avoid…
Caffeine may lower ovarian cancer risk
Caffeine may lower ovarian cancer risk A woman's chance of developing ovarian cancer appears to decrease with increased caffeine consumption, say Harvard…