Nutrition & Wellness

Overweight: The New Healthy?Reported January 15, 2009 CHARLESTON, S.C. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- It's an ever-growing number -- 66 percent of adults in the United States are overweight or obese, but, finally, there's some good news for those who are carrying around just a few extra pounds. New research shows being moderately overweight may actually be good for you. Tracey … [Read more...]

Save Your Heart With Diet and MedicationReported March 25, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Approximately seven million people worldwide die each year from high blood pressure (hypertension), a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease. While you probably know losing weight can lower blood pressure, a new study says combining diet with certain medications may cut that risk … [Read more...]

Small Changes Can Decrease Risk of StrokeReported February 25, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Making simple changes to your lifestyle could dramatically decrease your risk of having a stroke, one of the leading causes of death and illness across the world. British researchers found people who lead unhealthy lifestyles are more than twice as likely to suffer a stroke than those … [Read more...]

SSRIs: Clarifying the Suicide RiskReported February 09, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Much has been written about the link between drugs used to treat depression and the risk of suicide. A study conducted by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in 2007 suggested a lower risk among the elderly, no increased risk among adults, and an increased risk among those age 25 and … [Read more...]

Taking Care of Caregivers Reported May 22, 2008 TAMPA, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Clinical trials are generally for a patient, not the people taking care of the patient; but a new study focuses on the caregiver and how support can help everyone involved. Louise Jolliff is the ultimate caregiver. For 40 years, she has taken care of her son, Jerry, who has cerebral palsy … [Read more...]

Tobacco, Lead Could Increase ADHD Risk Reported November 25, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Environmental factors may increase a child's risk for attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). New research suggests exposure to both tobacco and lead may increase his or her risk by eight-fold. A recent study from the Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical … [Read more...]

Easy on the dark chocolate, it may not be as healthy as we like to believe December 21, 2007 Claims that dark chocolate is good for you may be misleading, according to health experts. Plain chocolate is naturally rich in flavanols, plant chemicals believed to protect the heart. But an editorial in The Lancet medical journal today says that many … [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...]

Weight Loss and Heart Failure Reported January 17, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study in the Journal of Clinical Investigation may one day lead to new treatments aimed at helping congestive heart failure patients maintain adequate weight. Researchers from Tulane University School of Medicine in New Orleans … [Read more...]

Vitamin D helps kids improve bone densityReported November 09, 2009 WASHINGTON - Calcium and vitamin D supplements can improve bone density during a crucial growth period for young girls. A six-month study looked at identical twin girls aged between nine and 12, who were randomly assigned to receive either the calcium and vitamin D tablets, or a matched placebo. David … [Read more...]

Tips for Low-Carb CookingReported November 15, 2004 NEW ORLEANS (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) --Researchers say about 11 percent of people in the United States follow a reduced-carbohydrate diet -- that's about 24 million Americans. Many restaurants are now catering to these dieters by offering low-carb menu items. But what if you could prepare your own low-carb meals … [Read more...]

Amino Acids: Brain Injury Treatment? Reported December 10, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Every 23 seconds, someone in the United States suffers a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Now researchers say they may be on the trail to new brain-restoring therapies for TBI patients. TBI is the leading cause of death and disability in young children. Most of the time, … [Read more...]

Diet makes a difference Jan. 14, 2005 CANADIAN PRESS The impact of diet on one's risk of developing cancer may have come into slightly sharper focus this week with the publication of two new studies. The first adds more weight to arguments that long-term red meat and processed … [Read more...]

Research Ties Red Meat to Colon Cancer 12-January-2005 Jessica Berman Washington -- A comprehensive study unveiled this week shows people regularly eating red meat, such as beef, are at a higher risk of developing colon cancer than those with a more balanced diet.   A long-term study published in the Journal of the … [Read more...]

Brain has Sixth Sense for CaloriesReported March 28, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A ‘sixth sense’ in the brain may help explain some of the causes of obesity. Scientists at Duke University Medical Center have discovered this ‘sixth sense’ and say in mice, it can sense the calories in food. Researchers genetically altered mice to make them “sweet-blind,” meaning the animals … [Read more...]

Caffeine Beneficial to Male ALS PatientsReported April 24, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Caffeine may benefit men suffering from ALS but it does not appear to have the same beneficial effects for women, according to a new study. One of the biggest concerns with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, is oxidative stress, which damages the cells. Previous studies have shown … [Read more...]

Genetically Modified Potato Carries Hep B Vaccine MONDAY, Feb. 14 MONDAY, Feb. 14 (HealthDayNews) -- Researchers have found a way to grow potatoes that carry a vaccine for hepatitis B, providing doctors in the developing world with an easily produced, non-refrigerated means of … [Read more...]

Cholesterol Levels Linked to Cancer Reported August 26, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The risk of cancer in diabetics may be connected to cholesterol levels. Researchers from Hong Kong looked at 6,107 Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes. They found LDL cholesterol levels below 2.80 mmol/L and at levels of at least 3.90 mmol/L were both associated with a much higher risk of … [Read more...]

Daily Glass of Wine Good for the EsophagusReported March 05, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – A glass of red or white wine a day might lower your risk for one of the fasting growing cancers around today. In a study involving 953 men and women, researchers found a daily glass lowered the chances for Barrett’s esophagus by 56 percent. Barrett’s esophagus occurs when acid reflux … [Read more...]

Diet Soda and Salt: Destroying your Kidneys? Reported November 04, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Sprinkling extra salt and sipping diet soda may seem harmless, but new research links increased sodium and artificially sweetened soda to kidney disease. Researchers studied more than 3,000 women and found those who drink at least two diet sodas daily double … [Read more...]

Food Additives Key Up Kids Reported September 07, 2007 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Sugar isn't the only thing that will get your kids bouncing off the walls. A new study reported by researchers in the United Kingdom reveals the same is true for certain food additives like food colorings and preservatives. The investigators tested the additives in 153 3-year-olds and 144 8- and … [Read more...]

Silica in Drinking Water May Prevent Alzheimer'sMon Apr 11 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A high concentration of silica in drinking water seems to protect against Alzheimer's disease, a study in France suggests. Dr. Sophie Gillette-Guyonnet, at Hopital Casselardit in Toulouse, and colleagues studied women enrolled in the Epidemiology of … [Read more...]

Getting Babies off Feeding TubesReported January 27, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new strategy is helping premature infants and other babies with severe swallowing problems learn how to eat on their own. Physicians at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, were able to help 15 out of 20 infants with severe feeding difficulties and airway concerns learn how to … [Read more...]

vitamin D and one Hershey's Kiss December 26, 2007 The past 12 months brought a mix of nutrition stories to the forefront. It's fair to say it was a bad year for deli meats, alcoholic beverages and the provinces' school nutrition policies. Even restaurant meals were exposed for their shockingly … [Read more...]

Holiday Fit Foods Reported December 5, 2005 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- The holiday season is here, and that means parties, family gatherings, and a plump supply of high-fat, hard-to-resist food. It's no wonder the number one new year's resolution is to lose weight. Here are some tips on how you can eat, drink and be fit for the holidays. 'Tis the season … [Read more...]

Dried Fish Improves Low-Salt FoodsReported September 06, 2009 According to a study published in the Journal of food Science, health conscious people can accentuate the taste of low-salt foods by adding dried bonito flakes made from fish, The Times Of India reported. The research team from Doshisha Women’s College of Liberal Arts and the Ninben Co. Ltd., examined the … [Read more...]

Is Your Food Safe? Reported October 14, 2008 ATHENS, Ga. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Stories about food contamination may have you thinking twice about buying produce these days -- and it's not just the recent salmonella outbreak in tomatoes that caused a scare. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says in the U.S. alone, food-borne pathogens are responsible for 76 million … [Read more...]

Drinking coffee may help protect against liver cancer, study shows Feb. 15, 2005 WASHINGTON (AP) - That hot cup of coffee may do more than just provide a tasty energy boost. It also may help prevent the most common type of liver cancer. A study of more than 90,000 Japanese found that people who … [Read more...]

Live Past 100 Reported August 28, 2009 DALLAS (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The fountain of youth may be more attainable than you think. The average American lives 77.8 years, but the number of those living past 100 is growing. what is the secret to being a centenarian?   Harold Rottenberg has made a long living out of painting. Rottenberg is 103 years … [Read more...]

Study: Traditional Mexican diet can cut cancer riskReported November 03, 2008 A recent study shows that a true Mexican diet may help cut down the risk of developing breast cancer. It does matter what kind of Mexican food you eat, though. There's no shortage of Mexican food in San Antonio. Restaurants that serve up favorites like enchiladas and chalupas are on almost every … [Read more...]