Eat like an ape - Almonds, plant foods lower cholesterol as well as medication - A recent study shows that a diet that includes almonds and several other plant foods can lower cholesterol -- specifically LDL, the "bad" cholesterol -- as significantly as a leading cholesterol-lowering medication. September 4, 2003
Olive Oil, Sage Appear to Decrease Lung Cancer Risk.(Medical Abstract) A study conducted in Italy this year has discovered that olive oil and sage were "associated with decreased lung cancer risk." Although other foods in a Mediterranean diet--carrots, tomatoes, and white meat--showed initial promise, they did not stand up to a multivariate analysis (a method that allows simultaneous study of two or more dependent variables.) - September 4, 2003
Two Ingredients Found That May Help Us Live Longer - Scientists have found two ingredients--one in red wine and another in olive oil--that may help us to live longer. They are resveratrol and quercetin, key ingredients that can significantly increase the lifespan of yeast, which share many genes with humans. August 24, 2003
Study Finds Lower MS Risk Linked to Sun Exposure - Higher sun exposure during childhood and early adolescence is associated with a reduced risk of multiple sclerosis, finds a study in this week's British Medical Journal. A possibility: Insufficient ultraviolet radiation or vitamin D, or both, may influence the development of multiple sclerosis. August 8, 2003
Dietary Supplements Reduce Cancer Risk - A dietary supplement of vitamins and minerals may help to cut the risk of cancer, research has found. It consisted of 6 mg. of beta-carotene, 120 mg. of vitamin C, 90 mg. of vitamin E, 100 micrograms of selenium, and 20 MG. of zinc. August 4, 2003
Two Vitamins Appear to Prevent Cognitive Decline - Recent research at Harvard Medical School has shown that a high intake of vitamin C and vitamin E helps prevent the development of Alzheimer's disease and that very high doses of vitamin E delay the progression of the disease. June 20, 2002
Mixed Tocopherols Inhibit Blood Clotting (Medical Abstract) - Recent studies have failed to show any beneficial effects of alpha-tocopherol (vitamin E) on cardiovascular events. However, a new study found that mixed tocopherols (alpha, beta, gamma and delta) were more potent in preventing blood platelets from clumping together and causing blood clotting, among other things. June 5, 2003
Eight Ways to Outsmart Your Allergies (reprint of a popular article first published 5 years ago) - For eight tips on what to do to avoid allergens in your environment, presented by Allergy Action in association with the Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America. May 12, 2003
Concerned About Osteoporosis? - The University of Alabama at Birmingham has developed a website that walks you through a virtual osteoporosis clinic at the click of a mouse. It takes visitors through six steps, the same kind of steps a patient might take during an actual clinic visit. The steps include a self-evaluation, information on bone density testing, nutrition and tips to building a personal treatment plan. April 26, 2003
Specialists: Friendly Bacteria May Aid Chronic Fatigue - Canadian specialists contend that lactic acid bacteria may be effective in treating chronic fatigue syndrome. Often referred to as "probiotics," these bacteria help to maintain a healthy intestinal tract. They are sometimes called "friendly" or "good" bacteria. April 22, 2003
Dietary Fats Affect Hidden Stomach Flab - Johns Hopkins researchers have found that the more saturated fats people ate, the higher the amount of abdominal visceral fat surrounding their internal organs. Conversely, a diet of more polyunsaturated fats yielded lower visceral fat. April 3, 2003
Can an Aspirin a Day Keep Cancer Away? - Aspirin, the old standby for aches and pains, helps decrease the risk for a number of diseases, including several cancers, according to the December issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter. December 13, 2002
Starting to Forget Things? Could You Be Losing Your Memory? - You forget names and misplace the car keys. Could you be losing your memory? Probably not, according to the December issue of Mayo Clinic Women's HealthSource. Here is the full story and ways to reduce mental decline. December 10, 2002
Human Neurons Help Repair Spinal Cord Injuries- July 9, 2002
Discarded Fat Cells Are Showing Some Nerve Cells - July 9, 2002
U.S. cuts infant HIV infections as Africa struggles - July 10, 2002
Fruits and Veggies Boost Memory - July 21, 2002
Antioxidants in Food May Prevent Memory Loss - July 21, 2002
American Children Score Health Gains - July 21, 2002
Anxiety is in the Gene - July 2002
Your Blood Is Needed, Badly - July 2002
Vitamin E Eases Aching Muscles - July 2002
Sports Drinks Go Way Beyond Gatorade - July 2002
Kids Dodging Helmet Use - July 2002
Inactivity Worsens Knee Arthritis - July 2002
Stress and the Sexes - July 2002
Junk food: the new tobacco - July 2002
Battle of the Bugs: Fighting Antibiotic Resistance - July 2002
Raising an active child: Ideas for parents - July 2002
Chilling Facts - Your body is more sensitive to cold than heat
Uncovering the Secret of Brain Size - Researchers think they know why humans have large cortexes
Find your urban chill out zone - We should all work in London
Can alternative health treatments really cure cancer?
Study: Not Enough Sun May Increase Risk of Many Cancers. A study published by the American Cancer Society has found that many lives can be saved by "careful exposure to solar UV-B radiation and, more safely, vitamin D3 supplementation, especially in nonsummer months.
Preventing Middle-Ear Infections in Children. Give kids a daily teaspoon of lemon-flavored cod liver oil.....
Consume a Wide Range of Foods, Says Anthropologist.
Stronger Back Muscles Reduce Spine Fractures in Women.
The Journal of the American Medical Association Article Recommends Specific Vitamins for Adults.
Pleasurable Smells Reduce Pain in Women. The pleasurable smells of roses or almonds appear to reduce pain in women--but not in men.
Egg Cholesterol May Not Add to Woes. A new study has discovered that a compound in eggs markedly reduces the absorption of the high cholesterol found in eggs.
What Strengthens, Weakens Immune System? Engaging in stressful tasks like trying to meet a deadline may strengthen the immune system while exposure to stress that must be endured passively -- like watching violence on TV -- may weaken it, a researcher at the Ohio State University says.
The role of probiotic cultures in the control of gastrointestinal health
Vitamin E, Aspirin Cut Heart Disease in Mice. Vitamin E and aspirin delay heart disease in mice even with high cholesterol levels, a new study has found. The study discovered that plaque production in their blood vessels was reduced by more than 80 percent.
Sudden Death in Men May Be Reduced
Tips for Carrying School Backpacks. For many students, back to school can mean the beginning of back and shoulder pain from carrying a weighty backpack.
Personal Choices May Yield Long Life. Living to a happy, ripe old age may be a matter of personal choices, say Harvard researchers in the June 2001 American Journal of Psychiatry.
How to Handle Common Injuries. You may think you know how to treat most common injuries, but medical treatments have changed over time. It is important to know the latest recommendations regarding common injuries and how to know when expert care is needed.
Will Sedentary Death Syndrome Get You? Researchers say that 60 percent of all Americans are currently at risk for Sedentary Death Syndrome, or "SeDS," a condition that leads to premature disability or death. They estimate that approximately 2.5 million Americans will die prematurely in the next 10 years because of SeDS--a number greater than all alcohol, guns, motor vehicles, illicit drug use and sexual behavior related deaths combined.
Can Skin Cancer & Skin Aging Be Avoided? Discussing protective agents such as vitamin A, grape seed extracts, isoflavones from soy, green tea and aspirin.
Latest Advice: Eat Fish Twice Weekly. The American Heart Association is recommending that people eat fish twice a week--especially fatty fish, such as salmon and tuna.
Men's Preference for Promiscuity is Disputed - July 19, 2002
More Evidence Soy Guards Against Breast Cancer - July 8, 2002
Americans More Stressed Out, Managing Poorly - July 3, 2002
Henna Tattoo Can Trigger Other Allergies, Doc Warns - July 24, 2002
American Idea of Well-Being Differs Across Regions - July 15, 2002
