Nutrition & Wellness

Even some with chronic disease can live to 100, with aggressive treatmentReported February 11, 2008 CHICAGO - Living to 100 is easier than you might think. Surprising new research suggests that even people who develop heart disease or diabetes late in life have a decent shot at reaching the century mark. "It has been generally assumed that living to 100 years of age was … [Read more...]

Can fruit flies help treat stroke and transplant patients?Reported December 06, 2007 Reperfusion injury takes place when an animal or an organ is starved of oxygen, then exposed to oxygen again. This occurs in strokes and organ transplants and causes many deaths per year. Now scientists at UNLV, Sable Systems International and UCSD have discovered that reperfusion injury … [Read more...]

High proportion of non-white students found to have insufficient vitamin D: study Reported December 19, 2007 TORONTO - A study of vitamin D levels in more than 100 University of Toronto students has found a much higher proportion of non-white participants had insufficient levels of the vitamin in their blood compared to white students. The pilot study, which hasn't been … [Read more...]

Low-Carb Mistakes Reported January 10, 2005 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Whether it's Atkins, The Zone, or your own version of low-carb dieting, you've likely dabbled in this latest diet fad. But many people may not be doing low-carb the right way. Here are some common mistakes and how to avoid them. Forty million … [Read more...]

Mid-Life Diabetes Linked to Alzheimer’s Reported April 14, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A long-term study from Sweden shows men who develop diabetes in mid-life have a significantly higher chance of getting Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers tracked men who had abnormal insulin levels at age 50. When they checked them 32 years later, they found the men with a low insulin … [Read more...]

Natural Defense Against Colon CancerReported January 13, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New evidence shows maslinic acid, a compound found in olive oil, can provide a natural defense against cancerous cells. Researchers at the University of Granada and University of Barcelona have demonstrated maslinic acid, a triterpenoid compound that regulates cell growth, can be used to … [Read more...]

PCBs Shown to Alter Brain DevelopmentReported April 15, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Three recent studies suggest polychlorinated biphenyls, or PCBs, may alter the development of brain cells. They linked exposure of PCBs, chemicals found in the environment and sometimes in fish, to neurodevelopmental problems in children. PCBs were banned in the 1970s due to their high … [Read more...]

Study: Probiotic Drink Failed to Prevent Diarrhea in Most Kids on Antibiotics Reported August 05, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Kefir, one of the world's oldest "health" drinks, did little to prevent diarrhea in young children being treated with antibiotics, according to researchers at Georgetown University Medical Center (GUMC). Kefir, which originated … [Read more...]

Removable Tattoos Reported August 16, 2007 BOSTON (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- You've outgrown that once-trendy tattoo. But getting it removed is no easy fix. Most laser treatments take eight to 10 sessions, they're painful and you're left with a negative imprint of the tattoo in your skin -- often with scarring or pigment changes. Now, there's a new kind of tattoo ink … [Read more...]

Scientists Unlock Secrets of Red Wine's Health BenefitsReported June 12, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- For nearly 200 years, red wine has been touted for its unmatched health benefits. It's been shown to do everything from preventing cancer to protecting the heart and brain from damage to preventing age-related disorders such as diabetes and inflammation. Now, researchers … [Read more...]

Smoking Doubles Risk of Macular Degeneration Reported April 18, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study shows smoking may double the risk of macular degeneration -- a progressive and irreversible eye condition. Age-related macular degeneration is common in older people. There is no treatment to … [Read more...]

The Dos and Don'ts of Eating During Pregnancy Reported July 24, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Mothers' health in the days and weeks prior to conception may determine the offspring’s health much later in life, according to a group of new studies. These studies demonstrate maternal nutrition, protein intake and level of fat in the diet may cause changes in … [Read more...]

Vitamin E not Beneficial for Cardiovascular Disease or Cancer Reported July 6, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The Women's Health Study shows vitamin E had no overall benefit on the risk for cardiovascular disease and cancer among healthy women. I-Min Lee, M.B.B.S., Sc.D., and colleagues of Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School in Boston evaluated the … [Read more...]

Vitamins May Help Women Keep Their EyesightReported March 02, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Vitamin supplements may be the key to preventing the most common cause of vision loss in older Americans. A new study found women who took a combination of vitamins B6 and B12 and folic acid appeared to significantly decrease the risk of age-related macular degeneration (AMD). Although … [Read more...]

Caffeine and Breast PainReported May 06, 2009 ATLANTA (MyFOX ATLANTA) - For women who experience breast pain, it may be important to take a look at diet. Some doctors said caffeine may be the problem. Although caffeine is found in obvious products such as coffee, doctors said it is also present in some items you may not be aware of.     For instance, one Excedrin tablet … [Read more...]

Why Atkins Works Reported March 16, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Researchers who conducted the first well-controlled study of the low-carb Atkins diet believe they know how the diet takes off the extra pounds -- and it’s not what some people have thought. The study found people who went on the diet simply lowered their … [Read more...]

ADHD Treatment Prevents Drug Abuse Reported October 07, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Adolescent girls with ADHD are at a significantly higher risk for cigarette smoking and substance abuse than girls without -- but new research shows that risk can be lessened by treatment with stimulant drugs. The new study confirms similar findings in boys and shoots down concerns that … [Read more...]

Animal Fat Linked to Pancreatic Cancer Reported July 01, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Meat and dairy lovers might want to think about cutting back on their favorite foods. According to National Cancer Institute researchers, a higher consumption of animal fat increases the risk for pancreatic cancer. In research based on data from a large AARP Diet and … [Read more...]

Bacteria Battles IBD Reported June 02, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Researchers did a gut check, and may have come up with the solution to a painful condition known as inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The scientists found a molecule produced by bacteria in the gut’s intestinal make-up can eliminate symptoms of IBD, a condition that includes Crohn’s disease. The research … [Read more...]

Big Belly Ups Chances for RLSReported April 08, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Packing on the pounds – especially around the waistline – could be putting you at increased risk for restless legs syndrome (RLS). In a study conducted among more than 65,000 women and more than 23,000 men, researchers found people considered obese (a body mass index over 30) were about one and … [Read more...]

Calcium May Protect Against CancerReported February 27, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Drinking milk not only makes your bones stronger, it may also protect you from cancer. According to a new study, women who consume a lot of calcium have a lower risk of cancer overall and both men and women with high calcium intake have lower risks of colorectal cancer and other cancers of … [Read more...]

Depression Undiagnosed in CentenariansReported November 25, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Centenarians are one of the fastest growing groups of Americans, yet little is known about their overall health. When researchers began taking a closer look at their quality of life, they discovered that many suffer from undiagnosed depression. More than 60,000 people in the U.S. are … [Read more...]

Diets by Gender Reported July 21, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – A new study from Australia shows gender plays a major role in determining which foods help us live longer and give us a better chance of having children. Researchers are doing long-term studies on Australian black field crickets. They discovered the lifespan of both males and females is maximized on … [Read more...]

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 Juices Hamper Drugs’ Benefits Reported August 20, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Washing down your medicine with fruit juice may be a bad idea. You may have heard that grapefruit juice can increase the absorption of certain drugs and potentially turn normal doses into toxic ones. Now, the scientist who first identified this problem finds grapefruit and other common fruit … [Read more...]

Good Cholesterol Sometimes BadReported December 05, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- If you’re not one of the 17 percent of Americans who have high cholesterol, you may consider yourself healthy overall. New research that shows some good cholesterol can negatively affect your health may change your mind. Conventional wisdom says having high levels of good cholesterol, or HDL, … [Read more...]

How to Kick the Smoking Habit Reported August 26, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research shows statewide tobacco control programs may be the most effective option to reduce the financial and health burden of smoking. Results of a University of California, San Diego, study show California saved $86 billion on personal health care costs between the start of its statewide … [Read more...]