Nutrition & Wellness News

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...]

Soy Helps Fight Colon Cancer Reported November 25, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- We've heard that soy is good for us, but now researchers say it could also help in the fight against colon cancer, the third most deadly type of cancer. The new study, conducted by Children's Hospital and Research Center Oakland, suggests that a component found naturally in … [Read more...]

Study: Have a Drink, Lower Dementia Risk Reported July 20, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Light to moderate alcohol intake in older adults with normal cognition may lower the risk of dementia. Kaycee Sink, MD, MAS, Assistant Professor of Medicine in the Department of Internal Medicine, Section on Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine at Wake Forest University … [Read more...]

Protein May Protect Against Lung Disease Damage January 4, 2005 TUESDAY, Jan. 4 (HealthDayNews) -- A protein believed to cause lung problems may actually help protect the lungs against damage caused by asthma and other chronic respiratory diseases, says a University of Texas Medical School at Houston study. In … [Read more...]

Red and Processed Meat Intake Linked to MortalityReported March 26, 2009 March 26, 2009 — Eating red and processed meat is associated with modest increases in total mortality, cancer mortality, and cardiovascular disease mortality rates, according to the results of a large, prospective study reported in the March 23 issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine. "High intakes … [Read more...]

Raspberries may beat tummy bugsNovember 4 Researchers in Finland have discovered a compound of certain berries which may restrict the growth of 'bad' intestinal bacteria. The team from the University of Helsinki found that cloudberries and raspberries contain ellagic tannin, an acidic compound. It inhibits the growth of damaging intestinal bacteria and encourages the … [Read more...]

Vitamin D and Cancer Reported December 18, 2007 BUFFALO, N.Y. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Recent research shows up to 50 percent of kids and adults in the United States are at high risk for vitamin D deficiency. It's not to be taken lightly -- a lack of vitamin D has been linked to a whole host of diseases. And research continues … [Read more...]

Warning: Lead Poisioning or Autism? Reported December 11, 2007 TAMPA, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- We hear about the recalls for the toys made with lead paint. Now, we put a face on what lead poisoning can do to a child. Meet Noah Breakiron. A hug and a kiss between Noah and his parents is a special moment for this family who has been through so much. "He is the epitome of … [Read more...]

Maternal diet affects infant's long-term bone healthReported July 01, 2009 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Women who maintain a healthy, well-balanced diet during pregnancy have children with bigger and stronger bones than women with poorer quality diets, according to the results of a study presented Tuesday at the National Osteoporosis Society Conference in Manchester, UK. … [Read more...]

Disordered eating could be affecting ten to fifteen percent of womenReported December 26, 2009 Results of a new study show that ten to fifteen percent of women participating in a phone study were found to affected by disordered eating. The findings come from University of Montreal researchers who conducted phone surveys, finding the impact that mixed messages … [Read more...]

Antidepressants Impact Driving Reported August 20, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Antidepressants and driving may be a bad mix according to a new study from the University of South Dakota. Researchers separated people on prescription antidepressants into groups according to how many symptoms of depression they showed. In a driving simulator they tested for common … [Read more...]

A recipe for long life December 18, 2004 PARIS: A diet rich in fish, fruit, vegetables and a daily glass of red wine could help people in wealthy countries extend their life span by five years or more, according to a new study.Doctors projected the potential impact of the so-called Polymeal, inspired by the famous Mediterranean diet, on US health. Using a … [Read more...]

Balloon for Weight Loss Reported September 08, 2009 MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- About 130 million Americans are considered obese. That number is expected to double by 2050. Doctors are looking for new ways to help people before they hit the obesity benchmark.   One experimental procedure is a temporary fix that aims to teach lifelong … [Read more...]

Coffee consumption not associated with higher death rate: study Reported June 16, 2008 TORONTO — Coffee drinkers often wonder if their daily cups of brew are helping them health-wise or hindering them, and now they can ponder a new study that adds to the stacks of medical literature on the subject. Regular coffee consumption is not associated with a higher death rate in … [Read more...]

Two new studies show supplements can cut the risk of common cancers in men and women. The first study was released this week in Baltimore at the American Association of Cancer Research's 4th annual Frontiers in Cancer Prevention Research meeting. In the study, researchers from the Roswell Park Center Institute in Buffalo studied the effects of calcitriol on mice genetically … [Read more...]

Developmental Delays Linked to Nicotine Gene? Reported November 10, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – The loss of a gene that mediates response to nicotine is also associated with significant abnormalities in learning and behavior, and may offer a target for treatment using smoking cessation drugs. The gene encodes a protein called an ion channel, which … [Read more...]

Eating Fish, Breast-Feeding Boosts Infant Development Reported October 02, 2008 MONDAY, Sept. 29 (HealthDay News) -- Greater maternal consumption of fish and longer periods of breast-feeding are tied to better physical and cognitive development in infants, according to a new study. The report, which looked at mothers and infants from Denmark, … [Read more...]

Eat Fish, Boost Brain PowerReported May 22, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Eating fish may be as good for your brain as a healthy dose of sunshine. Researchers have found that higher levels of vitamin D -- acquired from the sun and also found in oily fish -- are associated with improved cognitive function in middle-aged and older men. The study, which compared the cognitive … [Read more...]

Enhanced Meats May Spell Trouble for Kidney Disease Patients Reported July 27, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Uncooked "enhanced" meat products may contain high levels of phosphorous and potassium that are not listed on food labels, making it difficult for kidney disease patients to limit harmful dietary intake of these additives. Patients on dialysis are … [Read more...]

Fit and Fat? Reported September 27, 2007 NEW HAVEN, Conn. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- There's a good chance you're trying to lose weight. Up to 35 percent of Americans are at any given time, and with experts calling obesity in this country an epidemic, losing weight seems more important than ever before. But can you actually be fat … and fit? At 300 pounds, Lisa Tealer is … [Read more...]

For Big Athletes, 'Fat and Fit' a Myth Reported October 29, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Superior size and strength can mean championships, scholarships and million-dollar paydays for today's athletes. But a comparison of professional baseball players and football players reveals that the larger professional athletes -- specifically football linemen -- … [Read more...]

Gender Wars: Staying in ShapeReported March 28, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Ladies -- the trouble staying in shape may not be in your head. New research reveals women may have a harder time staying in shape as they age than men. New research shows it is harder for women to replace the muscle they naturally lose as they get older because of the way their bodies react to … [Read more...]

Beer bellies - scientific fact or science fiction?Reported September 04, 2009 It’s been a long held belief that people (especially men) who drink a lot of beer will get the proverbial ‘beer gut’ or ‘beer belly’. This widely held assumption has been based more on myth than scientific proof. Recently, a group in Germany … [Read more...]