Nutrition & Wellness

Low vitamin D shown to raise death risk: U.S. study Reported August 11, 2008 CHICAGO (Reuters) - Adults with a vitamin D deficiency are more likely to die than those with high levels, another indication of the nutrient's vital role in guarding against ailments from heart disease to cancer, U.S. researchers said on Monday. The report follows several recent studies that have … [Read more...]

Vitamin C May Play Role in Stroke PreventionReported January 11, 2008 (HealthDay News) -- Having higher levels of vitamin C in your blood may reduce your risk of stroke, new research suggests. People with the highest concentrations of vitamin C in their blood had a 42 percent lower risk of stroke than people with the lowest levels, according to the study, which is in the … [Read more...]

Cutting calories and carbon dioxide could help save lives and the planetReported November 11, 2007 WASHINGTON - America's obesity epidemic and global warming might not seem to have much in common. But public health experts suggest people can attack them both by cutting calories and carbon dioxide at the same time. How? Get out of your car and walk or bike half an hour a … [Read more...]

Lower Cholesterol, Lower Risk of Prostate Cancer Reported November 06, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Concerns that low cholesterol leads to cancer may have caused unnecessary fear. A pair of studies now suggests lower cholesterol may actually reduce a man's risk of prostate cancer. A new National Cancer Institute study reveals although low total … [Read more...]

Midlife Cholesterol Tied to Alzheimer’s Reported April 18, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Heart disease is the most well known complication of high cholesterol, motivating many to cut the fat, exercise and take cholesterol-lowering drugs. But results of a new study showing high cholesterol in your 40s is a risk factor for another troubling disease could prompt more people to … [Read more...]

Never too Late to Kick the Habit Reported May 12, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study proves it is never too late to quit smoking and gain back health benefits. The study finds women who quit smoking reduced their risk of death from heart disease within five years and had a 20 percent lower chance of a smoking related cancer within that time as well. It’s estimated … [Read more...]

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...]

Personality Traits Sway Weight Loss Reported September 29, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Experts say losing weight is mind over matter, but what if being too optimistic can hurt your odds for success? Japanese researchers psychologically profiled 101 obese patients. All participants enrolled in counseling, nutrition and exercise therapy at the Kensai Medical … [Read more...]

Sex, Drinking Increase Risks for UTIsReported April 30, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- After interviewing college-age women, researchers found that increased sexual activity and recent alcohol consumption were associated with an increased risk of developing urinary tract infections. Researchers worry that a young woman experiencing urinary frequency and urgency may not … [Read more...]

Study: Family Dinners Lead to Healthy HabitsReported March 10, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Sitting down for a family dinner can help adolescents develop healthy eating habits. Researchers from the School of Public Health, University of Minnesota, made this discovery in one of the first studies to examine the long-term benefits of regular family meals for diet quality.   … [Read more...]

Maximizing Your Health With Wine: The Amount Vs. Type   Reported December 16, 2007 (NewsTarget) There are a number of studies showing the benefits of including wine in a healthy diet. The most recent is one conducted by the Karolinska Institute on 25,000 women in Sweden. This study looked at women that consumed fresh … [Read more...]

The Key to Obesity? Reported January 11, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Researchers have discovered a molecular mechanism that controls energy expenditure in muscles and helps determine body weight. This could lead to a new medical approach in treating obesity. Mayo researchers collaborating with investigators at the University of Iowa, University of … [Read more...]

Experts Say Water Could Become As Valuable As OilReported March 23, 2009 Environmental activists watching a global forum on water said in the near future that water could become as precious of a commodity as oil and will likely become big business as water scarcity increases, Reuters reported. Sunday marked the end of International World Water Day, an annual United Nations … [Read more...]

Pain 'linked with low vitamin D' Reported 11 August, 2008 Low levels of the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D, may contribute to chronic pain among women, scientists believe. The link does not apply to men, suggesting hormones may be involved, according to a study published in the Annals of Rheumatic Diseases said. The team from the Institute of Child Health … [Read more...]

Vitamin A Combats Infant Mortality Reported July 14, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A single dose of vitamin A at birth could be the difference between life and death for some newborns. Researchers at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health in Baltimore, Md., studied 15,937 newborns from rural communities in Bangladesh, where over 90 percent of babies are born at … [Read more...]

Warning Issued for "Energy Gum"Reported June 03, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Doctors are warning parents about the dangers of caffeine-containing chewing gum following an Italian boy's hospitalization. After consuming two packets of "energy" chewing gum, a 13-year-old boy was hospitalized after displaying unusually aggressive behavior and agitation, abdominal discomfort, … [Read more...]

Eat your greens, for your bones’ sakeReported December 01, 2009 A combination of calcium and vitamin D may be just what the doctor ordered for osteoporosis patients, but a new study has found they could be exponentially more effective by adding common greens supplements. The University of Toronto tissue culture study found that when compared to calcium supplements alone, … [Read more...]

Wii-itis Reported October 01, 2009 ROCHESTER, Minn. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- It's happening around TV sets in more than 10 million households across the U.S. An interactive video game is connecting grandparents with their grandchildren and providing a great workout. But is there such a thing as too much Wii?   Move over Monopoly. Many family game nights … [Read more...]

'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 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...]

Binge Drinking Leads to Unsafe Sex Reported September 05, 2008 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- According to the Centers for Disease Control, 75 percent of alcohol consumed in the United States is in the form of binge drinks -- and that staggering figure is contributing to unsafe sex and STDs among women, according to a new study. Results of the study show binge … [Read more...]

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...]

Head to the Supermarket for Cancer Protection Reported November 1, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A batch of new studies released this week at American Association for Cancer Research's 4th annual Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research shows some of your best protection against cancer can be found right in your local supermarket. In one study, Japanese researchers found a … [Read more...]

Compound Found to Prevent Fat Absorption Reported March 16, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Chemists with the U.S. Department of Agriculture report they have identified a way to slow down fat absorption and therefore reduce the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes. The animal study was presented at the 229th national … [Read more...]

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 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 doesn’t 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? Reported May 23, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- By overriding the body’s 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 brain’s hypothalamus that sends information about the light-dark cycle to the … [Read more...]

Gastric Bypass Results Reported September 22, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Diabetics and people with larger stomachs may have more difficulty losing weight after gastric bypass surgery, according to a new study. The surgery involves doctors creating a smaller stomach pouch that restricts food intake and bypasses large sections of the digestive system. Although it’s an … [Read more...]

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...]