Nutrition & Wellness

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...]

Soybean can be versatile food, US lobby stressesMarch 18 [Health News] New Delhi, March 18 : Protein rich soybean is set to evolve into juices, roasted snacks and tofu savouries, as against just soy chunks and granules that many children so hate. Behind the soybean taste revolution is the American Soybean Association (ASA), … [Read more...]

Help ward off cancer with a Japanese diet Dec. 17, 2004 There are many differences between Japanese and American diets that may explain why cancer incidence in Japan is far lower than in the United States. But one difference may be overlooked: The Japanese consume about five times the amount of cruciferous vegetables as Americans do. The most … [Read more...]

Nature and nurture play role in mental illness Reported February 04, 2008 CHICAGO/LONDON (Reuters) - Variations in a gene helped shield adults who had endured child abuse from becoming depressed as adults, U.S. researchers said on Monday in a study that helps explain how nature and nurture give rise to mental illness. And a British team has found that pregnant women who … [Read more...]

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...]

Eat carrots to keep from dementiaReported November 13, 2007 Men who take long-term supplements of beta-carotene - an antioxidant found in carrots and other vegetables -- may enjoy less cognitive decline, according to a US study published Monday. The study led by Francine Grodstein, of Brigham and Women's Hospital and Harvard Medical School, could have implications for the … [Read more...]

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...]

Mixed Results in Bone Study Reported October 14, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Researchers ended with mixed results in a study designed to see if daily supplements of vitamin K1 would protect women at risk for osteoporosis. While the treatment showed no effect on bone mineral density -- women taking the supplement lost about the same amount of bone as women taking a placebo … [Read more...]

Obese Feel Social Discrimination Reported June 24, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – When obese people hear they need to exercise and eat a healthier diet, it may be doing more harm than good. Researchers from Australia say obese people feel “a culture of blame” against them, which they say has grown worse with media reports about the health risks of obesity. The results are … [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...]

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...]

Risks Behind Colorectal CancerReported June 08, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Unhealthy behaviors like smoking and excessive alcohol use could put you at risk for colorectal cancer. New research shows patients who drink more than seven drinks per week have a 60-percent greater risk of developing colorectal cancer than non-drinkers. Smoking, diabetes and obesity also showed a … [Read more...]

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...]