Prevent Breast Cancer with Vitamin D and a Vegan Diet Reported November 02, 2009 (NaturalNews) In 1940, the risk of a woman getting breast cancer was one in 20. Today that number is one in eight. Risk factors for breast cancer include genetics, family history, and diet. Western diets have changed dramatically since 1950- … [Read more...]
Nutrition & Wellness News
Study: Raw Milk Poses Risks, No Benefits
Study: Raw Milk Poses Risks, No BenefitsReported December 18, 2008 A new study has concluded that consuming unpasteurized milk poses a variety of risks, but offers no benefits. Science Daily is reporting that the January 1, 2009 issue of Clinical Infectious Diseases has published a review that looks at the dangers of drinking raw milk, a trendy food item that is rising in … [Read more...]
Scientists test brain pacemakers to see if they help people with depression
Scientists test brain pacemakers to see if they help people with depressionReported May 26, 2008 WASHINGTON - It's a new frontier for psychiatric illness: Brain pacemakers that promise to act as antidepressants by changing how patients' nerve circuitry fires. Scientists already know the power of these devices to block the tremors of Parkinson's disease and related … [Read more...]
Obesity Alone Doesn’t Cause Knee Arthritis
Obesity Alone Doesn't Cause Knee Arthritis Reported October 05, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Obesity is considered one of the strongest risk factors for osteoarthritis, but a new study in mice suggests a hormone may play an important role. Researchers studied mice deficient in leptin -- a protein hormone that is responsible for regulating appetite and … [Read more...]
Grape juice may lower cholesterol
Grape juice may lower cholesterol BOSTON, Nov 16, 2004 (United Press International via COMTEX) -- U.S. researchers said Tuesday that drinking Concord grape juice can significantly increase good cholesterol and ease the effects of coronary artery disease. Boston University researchers studied 20 subjects with a … [Read more...]
Vitamin D Recommendations Doubled
Vitamin D Recommendations Doubled Reported October 14, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Vitamin D grows healthy bones and keeps them strong -- and new guidelines suggest your child may need double the amount he or she currently receives. The American Academy of Pediatrics now recommends double the currently recommended amount of vitamin D for kids. Authors detailed in a recent … [Read more...]
Are Multivitamins and Supplements Right for Everyone?
Are Multivitamins and Supplements Right for Everyone?Reported August 06, 2009 (Media-Newswire.com) - COLUMBUS, Ohio Taking multivitamins or dietary supplements is a routine practice for many people. But, what may be beneficial and safe for one person, can be ineffective or even potentially dangerous for another. Researchers and physicians at the Ohio State … [Read more...]
Vitamin K1 may Protect Postmenopausal Women with Osteopenia
Vitamin K1 may Protect Postmenopausal Women with OsteopeniaReported January 05, 2009 (NaturalNews) Osteopenia is a condition whereby there is loss of bone mass; it is not as severe as osteoporosis, but is generally accepted to lead to it. It is estimated that, in the United States, about 10 million people suffer from osteoporosis, while about 18 million have osteopenia. … [Read more...]
‘Anti-Atkins’ Diet Extends Life in Flies
'Anti-Atkins' Diet Extends Life in Flies Reported October 05, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Flies fed an "anti-Atkins" low protein diet live longer because their mitochondria function better, according to a new study from the Buck Institute for Age Research in California. The research shows that the molecular mechanisms responsible for the lifespan … [Read more...]
Baked or Broiled Fish may Reduce Stroke Risk
Baked or Broiled Fish may Reduce Stroke Risk Reported January 25, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Eating baked or broiled fish, such as tuna, may lower stroke risk in the elderly. But fish that's fried can increase stroke risk, according to a new study. Darian Mozaffarian, M.D., M.P.H., from the Harvard … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Makes Kids Smarter: Study
Breastfeeding Makes Kids Smarter: Study Reported May 05, 2008 For years, new parents have been told that breast is best and that's been proven over and over again when it comes to the health benefits for both mother and baby. But a recent report proves that nursing also boosts brain power. A massive study conducted by researchers at the University of McGill shows that … [Read more...]
Fitness News : Women Fitness
Early Morning Classes Discourage Binge Drinking Reported June 26, 2007 ORLANDO (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- "Thirsty Thursdays" on college campuses could become a thing of the past if administrators take heed to a new study's findings. Researchers from the University of Missouri-Columbia found students with Friday morning classes and tests were less likely to drink the night … [Read more...]
Fat to Fit
Fat to FitReported January 24, 2008 BALTIMORE, Md. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Losing weight can be tough, especially after the holidays. At any given time, one-third of Americans report being on a diet. But losing that weight is only the beginning -- battling the bulge doesnt stop when the weight is off. Three years ago, Miriam Shark wore a size 24. After topping out at 305 … [Read more...]
Food — The new Cure for jet lag?
Food -- The new Cure for jet lag? Reported May 23, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- By overriding the bodys biological clock with food, travelers may be able to avoid jet lag, a new study reveals. Humans have a biological clock called the suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN), a group of cells in the brains hypothalamus that sends information about the light-dark cycle to the … [Read more...]
Fitness News : Women Fitness
Good fat may Lower Prostate Cancer Risk Reported June 22, 2007 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Could you lower your risk of prostate cancer simply by eating a good form of fat found in everyday foods like fish, nuts, seeds and vegetable oils? If you have the right genes, the answer could be yes. Wake Forest University researchers who studied the effects of a diet rich in omega-3 … [Read more...]
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Holiday eating doesn't have to a minefield of unhealthy choices: dietitians Reported December 24, 2007 MONTREAL - The holiday imperative to eat, drink and be merry has often appeared as anathema to the health-conscious, but dietitians say it can actually provide a good guide to making the most of the season. Alas, health professionals also stress moderation when … [Read more...]
Lower Your Cholesterol
Lower Your Cholesterol Reported September 25, 2007 BOSTON (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- If you have high cholesterol, your doctor has probably talked to you about statins. Touted by some as "wonder drugs," these meds can lower bad cholesterol levels by up to 50 percent. But like all powerful drugs, some people will experience powerful side effects. "If you have angina, have … [Read more...]
Obesity Surgery can Cause Serious Neurological Condition
Obesity Surgery can Cause Serious Neurological Condition Reported March 13, 2007 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- If you have obesity surgery, it is crucial for you to take your prescribed vitamin supplements and watch for symptoms such as vomiting, confusion, lack of coordination and visual changes. These could be signs of a serious … [Read more...]
Psoriasis and Obesity
Psoriasis and ObesityReported December 16, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Patients with psoriasis may have higher levels of an obesity-related hormone. Psoriasis is an autoimmune disease that results in a red, scaly rash. Associations have been made between psoriasis and obesity, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome. A new study done … [Read more...]
Shapely Bodies Handle Stress Better
Shapely Bodies Handle Stress BetterReported December 31, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Although most women would choose a slender shape over an hourglass figure and believe men would do the same, new research suggests larger waists come with hidden health benefits. A study recently published in Current Anthropology points out that a waist-to-hip ratio of larger than 0.8 is … [Read more...]
Study: Have a Drink, Lower Dementia Risk
Study: Have a Drink, Lower Dementia Risk Reported July 20, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Light to moderate alcohol intake in older adults with normal cognition may lower the risk of dementia. Kaycee Sink, MD, MAS, Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine at Wake Forest University … [Read more...]
Raspberries may beat tummy bugs
Raspberries may beat tummy bugsNovember 4 Researchers in Finland have discovered a compound of certain berries which may restrict the growth of 'bad' intestinal bacteria. The team from the University of Helsinki found that cloudberries and raspberries contain ellagic tannin, an acidic compound. It inhibits the growth of damaging intestinal bacteria and encourages the … [Read more...]
Warning: Lead Poisioning or Autism?
Warning: Lead Poisioning or Autism? Reported December 11, 2007 TAMPA, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- We hear about the recalls for the toys made with lead paint. Now, we put a face on what lead poisoning can do to a child. Meet Noah Breakiron. A hug and a kiss between Noah and his parents is a special moment for this family who has been through so much. "He is the epitome of … [Read more...]
Disordered eating could be affecting ten to fifteen percent of women
Disordered eating could be affecting ten to fifteen percent of womenReported December 26, 2009 Results of a new study show that ten to fifteen percent of women participating in a phone study were found to affected by disordered eating. The findings come from University of Montreal researchers who conducted phone surveys, finding the impact that mixed messages … [Read more...]
Poor Nutrition Leads To Low IQ
Poor Nutrition Leads To Low IQ 22 November 2004 Researchers at the University of Southern California say malnutrition in the first few years of life leads to antisocial and aggressive behavior throughout childhood and late adolescence. "These are the first findings to show that malnutrition in the early postnatal years is associated … [Read more...]
Berries Prevent Wrinkles
Berries Prevent WrinklesReported April 22, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The newest potion in a woman's skin care regimen may be found in berries. A new study shows the antioxidant ellagic acid -- prevalent in raspberries, strawberries, cranberries and pomegranates -- protects the skin from UV damage. Twelve mice were exposed to increasing ultraviolet radiation three … [Read more...]
Caffeine Treats Alzheimer’s?
Caffeine Treats Alzheimer's? Reported July 06, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Drinking coffee may offer your body more than extra energy in the mornings. New studies suggest caffeine may prevent and reverse memory loss for Alzheimer's patients. The University of South Florida research team at the Florida Alzheimer's Disease Research Center tested its theory … [Read more...]
Fighting Hospital Infections
Fighting Hospital Infections Reported November 26, 2009 GAINESVILLE, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Hand-washing is our greatest weapon in the fight against hospital-acquired infections, but a recent study found hospital workers wash their hands less than 50-percent of the time after direct contact with patients. Guidelines and quality checks work to a … [Read more...]
Fractures up Death Risk for Men and Women
Fractures up Death Risk for Men and WomenReported February 05, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Older men and women who suffer a broken bone are at higher risk of dying over the next five to ten years, and among those who have a second fracture, the risk period is even longer. Australian researchers arrived at those conclusions after studying mortality rates and bone fractures … [Read more...]
Fibre-rich diet keeps blood pressure in check
Fibre-rich diet keeps blood pressure in checkMar 2 [Health News]: Washington, Mar 2: A new study conducted by researchers at Tulane University suggests that eating a high fiber diet can lower high blood pressure and even improve healthy blood pressure levels. "We performed a comprehensive analysis of data from 25 clinical trials … [Read more...]
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