Nutrition & Wellness News

Red Yeast Rice Capsules Reduce CholesterolReported June 16, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Red yeast rice pills could be one of the keys in helping people lower their cholesterol levels. Researchers studied a group of 62 patients, who were at risk of heart attack or stroke because of their abnormally high levels of low-density lipo-protein (LDL) cholesterol. All 62 patients … [Read more...]

Save Your Sight, Eat Right! Reported June 25, 2007 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Diets rich in omega-3 fatty acids, found in popular fish oil supplements, could help protect against blindness resulting from abnormal blood vessel growth in the eye. A new study, using mice as models, found increasing omega-3 fatty acids in their diets caused less initial blood vessel … [Read more...]

Smell Food, Feel Full Reported January 04, 2010 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new generation of foods that make people feel full by releasing anti-hunger aromas during chewing is now a real possibility. Such foods would fight the global epidemic of obesity with aromas that quench hunger and prevent people from overeating. Rianne Ruijschop and colleagues in the … [Read more...]

Stick it to Your HeadacheReported January 26, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research shows the cure to your next headache could come from a needle…not a pill! Researchers found patients with headaches who were treated with acupuncture therapy suffered fewer headaches compared to those who used painkillers. Among migraine sufferers, acupuncture was also found to be … [Read more...]

Supplement Prevents Liver Damage Reported November 27, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A well-known Eastern supplement found in plants like barley and wheat could be the key to preventing the most common type of liver transplant. The molecule S-methylmethionine (SMM), which has been marketed as an herbal supplement called vitamin U for treatment of the … [Read more...]

Teens Have Special Risk of Nicotine Addiction Reported July 31, 2006 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new study reveals when teens take their first puff of a cigarette, they are likely to develop symptoms of nicotine addiction soon after. Researchers at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec, studied a group of … [Read more...]

Foods Like Fish May Buoy Your Mental Health THURSDAY, Feb. 10 THURSDAY, Feb. 10 (HealthDay News) -- In research that literally offers food for thought, scientists have found that omega-3 fatty acids and uridine -- a natural substance found in foods -- work as well as antidepressants … [Read more...]

Valentine's Day Traditions Can be Good for the Heart 08 Feb 2005 Chocolate, wine and romance aren't just the quickest ways to your true love's heart. A University of Michigan Health System cardiologist says these Valentine's Day traditions are also the way to a healthy heart. “The spirit of Valentine's Day, with … [Read more...]

Stunts growth : Lack of vitamin D stunts growth, causes weight gain in girls Reported January 12, 2009 Lack of vitamin D can stunt growth and foster weight gain in girls during puberty, according to a new study. Researchers from the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) and the University of Southern California conducted their study in sun-drenched California and even … [Read more...]

Which Comes First? Alcohol or Depression?Reported March 09, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – It’s like the old question, which came first, the chicken or the egg? But this time researchers are talking about alcohol abuse and depression. Does the former cause the latter, or is it visa versa? Many have believed depression leads to alcohol problems, because people who are depressed … [Read more...]

Tips for Low-Carb CookingReported November 15, 2004 NEW ORLEANS (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) --Researchers say about 11 percent of people in the United States follow a reduced-carbohydrate diet -- that's about 24 million Americans. Many restaurants are now catering to these dieters by offering low-carb menu items. But what if you could prepare your own low-carb meals … [Read more...]

Amino Acids: Brain Injury Treatment? Reported December 10, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Every 23 seconds, someone in the United States suffers a traumatic brain injury (TBI). Now researchers say they may be on the trail to new brain-restoring therapies for TBI patients. TBI is the leading cause of death and disability in young children. Most of the time, … [Read more...]

Diet makes a difference Jan. 14, 2005 CANADIAN PRESS The impact of diet on one's risk of developing cancer may have come into slightly sharper focus this week with the publication of two new studies. The first adds more weight to arguments that long-term red meat and processed … [Read more...]

Research Ties Red Meat to Colon Cancer 12-January-2005 Jessica Berman Washington -- A comprehensive study unveiled this week shows people regularly eating red meat, such as beef, are at a higher risk of developing colon cancer than those with a more balanced diet.   A long-term study published in the Journal of the … [Read more...]

Brain has Sixth Sense for CaloriesReported March 28, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A ‘sixth sense’ in the brain may help explain some of the causes of obesity. Scientists at Duke University Medical Center have discovered this ‘sixth sense’ and say in mice, it can sense the calories in food. Researchers genetically altered mice to make them “sweet-blind,” meaning the animals … [Read more...]

Caffeine Beneficial to Male ALS PatientsReported April 24, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Caffeine may benefit men suffering from ALS but it does not appear to have the same beneficial effects for women, according to a new study. One of the biggest concerns with ALS, or Lou Gehrig's disease, is oxidative stress, which damages the cells. Previous studies have shown … [Read more...]

Genetically Modified Potato Carries Hep B Vaccine MONDAY, Feb. 14 MONDAY, Feb. 14 (HealthDayNews) -- Researchers have found a way to grow potatoes that carry a vaccine for hepatitis B, providing doctors in the developing world with an easily produced, non-refrigerated means of … [Read more...]

Cholesterol Levels Linked to Cancer Reported August 26, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The risk of cancer in diabetics may be connected to cholesterol levels. Researchers from Hong Kong looked at 6,107 Chinese patients with type 2 diabetes. They found LDL cholesterol levels below 2.80 mmol/L and at levels of at least 3.90 mmol/L were both associated with a much higher risk of … [Read more...]

Daily Glass of Wine Good for the EsophagusReported March 05, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – A glass of red or white wine a day might lower your risk for one of the fasting growing cancers around today. In a study involving 953 men and women, researchers found a daily glass lowered the chances for Barrett’s esophagus by 56 percent. Barrett’s esophagus occurs when acid reflux … [Read more...]

Diet Soda and Salt: Destroying your Kidneys? Reported November 04, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Sprinkling extra salt and sipping diet soda may seem harmless, but new research links increased sodium and artificially sweetened soda to kidney disease. Researchers studied more than 3,000 women and found those who drink at least two diet sodas daily double … [Read more...]

Food Additives Key Up Kids Reported September 07, 2007 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Sugar isn't the only thing that will get your kids bouncing off the walls. A new study reported by researchers in the United Kingdom reveals the same is true for certain food additives like food colorings and preservatives. The investigators tested the additives in 153 3-year-olds and 144 8- and … [Read more...]

Silica in Drinking Water May Prevent Alzheimer'sMon Apr 11 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A high concentration of silica in drinking water seems to protect against Alzheimer's disease, a study in France suggests. Dr. Sophie Gillette-Guyonnet, at Hopital Casselardit in Toulouse, and colleagues studied women enrolled in the Epidemiology of … [Read more...]

Getting Babies off Feeding TubesReported January 27, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A new strategy is helping premature infants and other babies with severe swallowing problems learn how to eat on their own. Physicians at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Columbus, Ohio, were able to help 15 out of 20 infants with severe feeding difficulties and airway concerns learn how to … [Read more...]

vitamin D and one Hershey's Kiss December 26, 2007 The past 12 months brought a mix of nutrition stories to the forefront. It's fair to say it was a bad year for deli meats, alcoholic beverages and the provinces' school nutrition policies. Even restaurant meals were exposed for their shockingly … [Read more...]

Holiday Fit Foods Reported December 5, 2005 ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- The holiday season is here, and that means parties, family gatherings, and a plump supply of high-fat, hard-to-resist food. It's no wonder the number one new year's resolution is to lose weight. Here are some tips on how you can eat, drink and be fit for the holidays. 'Tis the season … [Read more...]

Dried Fish Improves Low-Salt FoodsReported September 06, 2009 According to a study published in the Journal of food Science, health conscious people can accentuate the taste of low-salt foods by adding dried bonito flakes made from fish, The Times Of India reported. The research team from Doshisha Women’s College of Liberal Arts and the Ninben Co. Ltd., examined the … [Read more...]

Is Your Food Safe? Reported October 14, 2008 ATHENS, Ga. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Stories about food contamination may have you thinking twice about buying produce these days -- and it's not just the recent salmonella outbreak in tomatoes that caused a scare. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) says in the U.S. alone, food-borne pathogens are responsible for 76 million … [Read more...]

Drinking coffee may help protect against liver cancer, study shows Feb. 15, 2005 WASHINGTON (AP) - That hot cup of coffee may do more than just provide a tasty energy boost. It also may help prevent the most common type of liver cancer. A study of more than 90,000 Japanese found that people who … [Read more...]

Live Past 100 Reported August 28, 2009 DALLAS (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The fountain of youth may be more attainable than you think. The average American lives 77.8 years, but the number of those living past 100 is growing. what is the secret to being a centenarian?   Harold Rottenberg has made a long living out of painting. Rottenberg is 103 years … [Read more...]

Study: Traditional Mexican diet can cut cancer riskReported November 03, 2008 A recent study shows that a true Mexican diet may help cut down the risk of developing breast cancer. It does matter what kind of Mexican food you eat, though. There's no shortage of Mexican food in San Antonio. Restaurants that serve up favorites like enchiladas and chalupas are on almost every … [Read more...]