Refined carbs, added sugars may trigger insomnia
Refined carbs, added sugars may trigger insomnia Postmenopausal women who eat a diet high in added sugars and refined carbohydrates may have greater risk of…
Evening eating linked to poorer heart health for women
Evening eating linked to poorer heart health for women Women who ate a higher proportion of their daily calories later in the evening were more likely to be…
Soft drinks tied to higher fracture risk in older women
Soft drinks tied to higher fracture risk in older women Older women who drink more soft drinks may be more likely to suffer hip fractures than their peers who…
Women's deep belly fat more strongly linked to diabetes, heart disease
Women's deep belly fat more strongly linked to diabetes, heart disease A comprehensive study from Uppsala University, with over 325,000 participants, shows…
Weight-training may help reduce hot flashes
Weight-training may help reduce hot flashes Postmenopausal women may be able to ease hot flashes and night sweats by strength training, a new clinical trial…
Less fat, more vegetables cuts risk of dying from breast cancer
Less fat, more vegetables cuts risk of dying from breast cancer A balanced, lower-fat diet significantly lowers the risk of dying from breast cancer in…
Too much vitamin B6, B12 tied to hip fractures
Too much vitamin B6, B12 tied to hip fractures Older women who take supplements with high doses of vitamins B6 and B12 may be more likely than their peers…
Daily fried food increases risk of premature death among women
Daily fried food increases risk of premature death among women Regularly eating fried food is linked with an increased risk of death from any cause and…
Weight effects of plant-estrogens may vary after menopause
Weight effects of plant-estrogens may vary after menopause Plant-derived estrogens, such as those from soy and red clover, might contribute to unwanted weight…
5 healthy habits help moms reduce obesity risk in kids
5 healthy habits help moms reduce obesity risk in kids Kids whose mothers follow five healthy habits -- eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly,…