Healthnotes Newswire (December 6, 2007)—A study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine bears a hopeful message: “Most heart attacks in women may be preventable by consuming a healthy diet and moderate amounts of alcohol, being physically active, not smoking, and maintaining a healthy weight.”
Healthnotes Newswire (December 6, 2007)—One in six couples experiences infertility at some point during their reproductive years. A new study has found that eating a healthy diet, being physically active, and maintaining normal weight can help ensure normal ovulation and therefore improve fertility.
Healthnotes Newswire (November 29, 2007)—Starting the day off with a whole-grain breakfast cereal might help prevent heart failure, reports a study in the Archives of Internal Medicine.
Healthnotes Newswire (November 29, 2007)—Following reports of serious injuries and deaths in children treated with cold medicines, the health community and industry has waited expectantly for the US Food and Drug Administration to weigh in on the issue. The FDA’s announcement in August of its plans to conduct a hearing prompted many manufacturers to voluntarily remove children’s cold medicines from store shelves. Now, the much-anticipated hearing has led the FDA to conclude that, until more research is conducted that shows safety and efficacy, these medicines should not be given to children under two years old unless instructed by a healthcare provider.
Healthnotes Newswire (November 21, 2007)—Tea is the most popular beverage in the world, and tea drinking is widely thought to be a healthy habit, linked to lower risks of heart disease and cancer. Now research shows that older women who drink tea have stronger bones that are better preserved over time.
Healthnotes Newswire (November 8, 2007)—If you are trying to do everything you can to prevent colds and flu this winter, it might be time to add green tea to your list. A new study found that taking a green tea extract reduced the number of sick days and the severity of cold symptoms.
Healthnotes Newswire (November 8, 2007)—People with diabetes can improve their health by eating well and staying physically active. New research finds that adding a supplement of chromium plus biotin has further benefits, including improved blood sugar control and reduced cholesterol levels.
Healthnotes Newswire (November 8, 2007)—When it comes to losing weight and keeping it off, a vegan diet, which excludes all animal foods. beats a low-fat diet, according to the journal Obesity.
Healthnotes Newswire (October 25, 2007)—The relationship between food additives and hyperactivity has been debated for more than three decades. Now a new study published in The Lancet finds that artificial food additives, such as food coloring and preservatives, may increase hyperactivity in children.
Healthnotes Newswire (October 25, 2007)—The sharp rise in rates of obesity and overweight in the past three decades has generated a thriving weight-loss industry marketing a wide spectrum of diet plans. It is estimated that 50 million Americans embark on weight-loss diets and spend $30 billion for diet programs and products every year, yet little is known about the long-term health effects of different weight-loss programs.
