Nutrition & Wellness

Drug Lowers Blood Pressure in Teens Reported August 28, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new therapy may offer hope for adolescents with hypertension. In recent clinical trial, allopurinol (Zyloprim) -- a drug that lowers uric acid levels --showed promise by significantly lowering blood pressure in adolescents with newly diagnosed hypertension. In a trial of 30 adolescents, … [Read more...]

Hydration Without Calories Reported June 11, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – A new sports drink that describes itself as a zero-calorie, zero sweetener water beverage may be a good option for athletes seeking hydration. A new study presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting demonstrated that Aqua-Lyte doesn’t contain the sugars, calories and artificial … [Read more...]

Find the Right Personal Trainer Reported March 7, 2005 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- You've set your goals, promised to get in shape and want to lose weight. A personal trainer can keep you on track, and finding the right one can make all the difference. From the educator to the drill sergeant. Your trainer … [Read more...]

Fruit and Vegetable Coloring may Protect Against Colon Cancer Reported August 21, 2007 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The stuff that makes fruits and vegetables so colorful may also help protect against colon cancer.New research from The Ohio State University shows understanding the molecular structures of the coloring compounds may help researchers find more powerful cancer … [Read more...]

Good Cholesterol has Genetic LinksReported March 17, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Good blood could run in your blood! New research shows high levels of HDL cholesterol (HDL-C), also known as “good” cholesterol, could arise from a genetic mutation. Researchers found mutations in the LIPG gene, which codes for the endothelial … [Read more...]

Less sugar, but are they better for you? Could this be the end of cereal-aisle showdowns between parents and sweet-toothed tots? New reduced-sugar versions of popular children's breakfast cereals - everything from Froot Loops to Frosted Flakes - certainly sound promising, but consumers might want to hold off chiming in when Tony the Tiger … [Read more...]

Eat what you want, but don't neglect exercise Monday, December 20, 2004 Hankering for another slice of fruitcake? Hoping it doesn't go to your hips? Better start twiddling your thumbs, tapping your feet and talking with your hands. That's because fidgeting burns calories -- as many as several hundred a day. And since you probably … [Read more...]

Leukemia patient sues manufacturer of syringes contaminated with virusReported December 22, 2007 CHICAGO - A leukemia patient has filed a lawsuit against the manufacturer of a batch of pre-filled syringes that were contaminated with bacteria, claiming they made her violently sick. Katie Abrams, 30, of Buffalo Grove, was hospitalized for nine days as a result of using the … [Read more...]

Lack of Vitamin E Linked to Physical DeclineReported January 22, 2008 (HealthDay News) -- If you don't get enough vitamin E in your diet, you may have a greater risk of declining physical function as you age, according to the findings of a new study. Yale researchers report that people with the lowest blood levels of vitamin E have about 60 percent greater odds of a … [Read more...]

Inactivity the big problem in battling bulge, says Oprah's trainer Bob Greene Reported November 05, 2007 TORONTO - Before serving up meal suggestions and recipes in his latest book, Bob Greene first implores individuals to examine not just what they're eating but the reasons why they're eating it. The holistic approach to healthy living outlined in "The Best Life Diet" is … [Read more...]

Low Potassium Leads to High Blood Pressure Reported November 10, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Getting enough potassium may be even more important than lowering sodium for maintaining a healthy blood pressure -- especially for African Americans. “There has been a lot of publicity about lowering salt or sodium in the diet in order to lower blood pressure, but not enough on … [Read more...]

Middle-Age Weight Gain May Increase Prostate Cancer Risk Reported September 04, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Body mass and weight gain in middle age may influence a man's risk for prostate cancer, but this risk varies among different ethnic populations, according to a new study. "The relationship of certain characteristics, such as body size, with cancer … [Read more...]

Hard-to-get Nutrients Reported July 18, 2005 NEW ORLEANS (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Many Americans are deficient in some of the most vital nutrients they need to keep their bodies healthy and strong. More than 35 percent of women don't get enough calcium; and about 70 percent of people don't get the vitamin E they need. Here is some advice on how to make sure you're … [Read more...]

Obesity Rates Based on EthnicityReported April 08, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Obesity rates may be affected by a child's ethnicity and race starting as early as four years old. New research suggests American Indian and Native Alaskan children are twice as likely to be obese than children who are white or Asian. The study also shows whites and Asians have a lower risk … [Read more...]

People with Sleep Problems Burn More CaloriesReported December 16, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- People who suffer from sleep-related breathing disorders may burn more calories at rest as their condition becomes more severe. Snoring, sleep apnea and other conditions involve obstruction of the airways during sleep. Obesity is a major risk factor for developing sleep-disordered … [Read more...]

Secondhand Smoke Affects Some Kids MoreReported December 27, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Secondhand smoke affects all children, but a new study reveals children who possess a gene called tumor necrosis factor 308A are affected more. Tumor necrosis factor 308A is a variant genotype that causes genetic susceptibility and increases the … [Read more...]

Snoring Linked to Childhood Reported August 26, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Your childhood environment may determine whether you will snore when you are an adult. A new report from Sweden shows childhood risk factors such as having pets, early respiratory or ear infections and growing up in a large family can all play a role on adult snoring. Researchers asked more than … [Read more...]

Study: Eat Less, Live Longer? Reported July 14, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) — The bottom-line message from a decades-long study of rhesus macaque monkeys on a restricted diet is simple. Consuming fewer calories leads to a longer, healthier life. A team of researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, the Wisconsin National Primate Research Center and … [Read more...]

Drinking too much coffee 'could shrink women's breasts'   Reported October 22, 2008 Too much caffeine can affect the hormones in their bodies, scientists believe, playing havoc with their bust size. The more coffee the women drank, the smaller their breasts, the researchers also found. Almost 300 women took part in the … [Read more...]

The Growth of Superbugs Reported January 05, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Using disinfectants could cause bacteria to become resistant to antibiotics as well as the disinfectant itself, according to new research. Researchers from the National University of Ireland in Galway found that by adding increasing amounts of disinfectant to laboratory cultures of … [Read more...]

Why menus may have to include calorie counts Reported February 07, 2009 Why should you you be able to see the calories in a supermarket sandwich but be in the dark over those in high street coffee shops? Knowing the number of calories in your lunchtime baked potato, your Friday night takeaway or that bowl of spaghetti carbonara at your local … [Read more...]

Vitamin supplements fail to reduce cancer risk in women Reported January 01, 2009 This has been a dismal year for vitamin supplements. People continue to buy them but data from numerous controlled clinical trials published this year have failed to show that vitamin supplements decrease the risk of various diseases, such as cancer. An overview of the findings was published … [Read more...]

Wii-Hab: Proof it Works Reported December 17, 2009 PHOENIX, Ariz. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Video games like wii are being used to help patients with everything from Alzheimer's to coordination problems. It's fun, but does it really help? Now, for the first time, researchers say they have the answer. After surgery for a paralyzing neck injury, Benjamin … [Read more...]

Weight loss surgery means a lifetime of restricted diets, nutritional supplements, and -- apparently -- being very careful when drinking alcohol. A new study confirms what many gastric bypass patients have suspected -- they will get drunk faster and take longer to get sober. Stanford University School of Medicine bariatric surgeon John Morton, M.D., compared the reactions to … [Read more...]

Bad Cholesterol Levels Drop, More Screening Needed Reported December 25, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Even though the number of adults in the U.S. with high levels of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL or "bad" cholesterol) decreased by about one-third between 1999 and 2006, many at-risk adults still are not being screened for high cholesterol levels. … [Read more...]

Bullied Kids Reported October 16, 2007 MINNEAPOLIS (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- About 90 percent of elementary school students say they've been bullied, and six in every 10 say they have been bullies themselves. It's an age-old problem, bullying has changed and so have the ways of dealing with it. Alison used to love school -- until a friend's dog bit her on the face, and … [Read more...]

The Calories You're Really Burning Reported July 31, 2006 LOS ANGELES (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- You work hard. You sweat. You eat healthy. But do you have the right tools to really lose weight? Now, a new device can give you all the info you need for success. Biljana Mihailovic has tried everything to … [Read more...]

Combating Childhood ObesityReported January 26, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Worldwide, the obesity epidemic in young people is continues to gain momentum. According to new research, family-based programs can help children lose weight and maintain their weight loss. Family-based lifestyle interventions that not only modify diet and exercise but also include behavior therapy … [Read more...]

Detecting Acid Reflux Reported November 16, 2007 SAN DIEGO (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- It can happen when you’re sleeping, eating or even just standing up. The painful discomfort of acid reflux. It takes most people up to 10 years before they find help. But doctors have discovered a new way to detect it. Darlene VanHoose loves her pizza. But it doesn’t love her. "I would have … [Read more...]