Nutrition & Wellness News

Alcohol: A Global Health Problem Reported February 4, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Alcohol ranks right up there with smoking and high blood pressure when it comes to causing death and disability, report investigators who reviewed research conducted on alcohol and public health. The … [Read more...]

Binge drinking increases chances of preterm birth Reported January 24, 2009 Western Australia, Australia, January 24: Overindulging in drinking can have dangerous repercussions on pregnancy, prolonging even much after it has been stopped. This has been revealed by a latest study to be published in BJOG: An International Journal of … [Read more...]

French-fry chemical may go on toxic listReported February 21, 2009 Worries that Canadians might be inadvertently ingesting too much cancer-causing acrylamide from French fries, potato chips and other processed foods has prompted Health Canada to recommend adding the chemical to the country's toxic substances list. Acrylamide is an industrial chemical that isn't naturally … [Read more...]

Cancer Survivors Stuck in Limbo Reported June 02, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Long-term cancer survivors aren’t getting the guidance and care needed during a crucial time, according to a group of Scottish researchers. A recent study found many patients have finished their oncology treatments but are not receiving support to manage their ongoing symptoms. “The impact of … [Read more...]

Diabetes Before Pregnancy Doubles in Women, Teens Reported April 28, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- More women and teens are developing diabetes before they become pregnant. A new study from Kaiser Permanente looked at 175,249 teenagers and adults who gave birth in Southern California between 1999 and 2005. It finds twice as many cases of pre-pregnancy diabetes during the six … [Read more...]

Fancy a drink? Go to DenmarkMick Hume: Notebook July 9, 2007 Why is Britain the alleged binge-drinking capital of the world? It might have something to do with the way that our mock-puritan authorities define safe drinking more abstemiously than the rest. It has long been obvious that the Government’s health guidelines – no more than 3-4 units of … [Read more...]

Enormous Cost of Obesity Reported July 29, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The growing obesity epidemic is costing Americans more than just their health. New studies estimate the medical cost of obesity may reach $147 billion annually. The obese population spent $1,429 more for medical care than normal weight people in 2006, an average increased-cost of … [Read more...]

Fatty Foods Trigger Meaningful MemoriesReported April 30, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- If you can fondly remember eating a decadent meal or rich dessert, evolution may be to blame. California researchers have discovered that eating fat-rich foods triggers the formation of meaningful, long-term memories of that activity. Our current diets are now rich in fats, but that … [Read more...]

Fit Foods December 13, 2004 WASHINGTON (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) --With so many fad diets out there, it's difficult to know which one is the healthiest or which one will keep you in the best shape. Some experts say skip those fad diets altogether and create your own with the foods you like. But first, you need to know what foods are the "power … [Read more...]

Chemical In Red Wine, Fruits And Vegetables Counters Unhealthy Effects Of High-fat Foods January 02, 2008 ScienceDaily (Jan. 2, 2008) — Just as additives help gasoline burn cleaner, a new research report shows that the food industry could take a similar approach toward reducing health risks associated with fatty foods. These "meal additives" would be based … [Read more...]

Gene Blamed for Alcohol RelapseReported February 05, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Alcoholics who have a hard time staying on the wagon might be able to chalk it up to their genes. Working with colleagues in the U.S., Polish researchers have identified a genetic mutation they believe puts people at a greater risk for relapse after treatment for alcohol dependency. The gene … [Read more...]

Diabetes Treatment Ups Depression Risk Reported July 01, 2008 BALTIMORE, M.D. (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Forty-five percent of the U.S. population is suffering from at least one chronic disease, such as heart disease, asthma and diabetes. These conditions are often preventable through diet, but with new fads continually popping up, eating healthy can sometimes be confusing. … [Read more...]

Hydration Without Calories Reported June 11, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – A new sports drink that describes itself as a zero-calorie, zero sweetener water beverage may be a good option for athletes seeking hydration. A new study presented at the American College of Sports Medicine Annual Meeting demonstrated that Aqua-Lyte doesn’t contain the sugars, calories and artificial … [Read more...]

Why eating a curry every week can help combat Alzheimer'sReported June 03, 2009 Eating a curry once or twice a week could help prevent the onset of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, a leading expert claims. Professor Murali Doraiswamy - who grew up in a part of India famed for its fiery curries - says the magic ingredient is curcumin, a component of the spice turmeric. … [Read more...]

Living Well: Green tea brims with benefits Reported September 28, 2008 As a naturopathic physician and faculty member at Bastyr University in Kenmore, Paul Anderson has plenty of opportunity to practice what he prescribes. In the case of drinking green tea for health protection, Anderson says he is a regular -- … [Read more...]

New Polish Diet: 'Fit Through Fat'March 28, 2005 (CBS) From decadent jelly-filled paczkis to savory fat-saturated kielbasas, Polish cuisine has never been regarded as health food. But, as CBS News Correspondent Cynthia Bowers reports, what a nutritionist would call a recipe for heart attacks is just what one doctor ordered for Izabela … [Read more...]

Sweet fruit drinks also lead to diabetes -US study Reported July 28, 2008 CHICAGO, July 28 (Reuters) - Sweetened fruit drinks are often marketed as a healthier alternative to non-diet soft drinks but are just as likely to cause weight gain and increase the risk of diabetes, researchers said on Monday. "The public should be made aware that these drinks are not a healthy … [Read more...]

A brisk walk may curb chocolate cravingsReported November 20, 2008 NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Chocoholics looking to curb their chocolate urges may be able to do so simply by taking a brisk 15-minute walk, results of a study from the United Kingdom hints. "Taking active breaks throughout the day may be valuable in helping to limit the consumption of pleasurable, but … [Read more...]

Lack of vitamin D linked to higher death risk: studyReported August 12, 2008 WASHINGTON (AFP) — Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to 26 percent greater risk of death in men and women, according to a study published Monday that appears to confirm the importance of this essential nutrient. Researchers from the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, in Baltimore, … [Read more...]

Massage Beneficial to Cancer Patients Reported September 16, 2008 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- For many, a massage is a way to relax and feel better. New research finds this is especially true for those in the advanced stages of cancer. Pain and depressed mood are common problems for patients with advanced cancer. Drug therapies can help, but they often have side effects that can … [Read more...]

Mom’s Obesity Linked to Asthma in KidsReported May 20, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) – Here’s another reason to maintain a healthy weight: obese women are more likely to end up with children who have asthma. This finding comes from researchers in The Netherlands who followed nearly 4,000 children from before birth up to age eight. About 20 percent of their mothers were … [Read more...]

New Dietary Guidelines Reported January 14, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- According to the American Dietetic Association, the newly released 2005 Dietary Guidelines for Americans provides valuable and realistic recommendations based on the latest scientific research to help people eat well and stay healthy. Compared with the … [Read more...]

Redefining Obesity Reported November 4, 2005 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- New research shows there's more than meets the waist when it comes to predicting someone's risk for a heart attack. Researchers from McMaster University in Ontario, Canada studied body mass index, waist-to-hip ratio, waist measure and hip measure in more than 27,000 people from 52 countries. Previous … [Read more...]

Players Love the Game, Not the GoreReported January 20, 2009 (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Contrary to popular belief, violence in video games do not make them more enjoyable. Researchers at the University of Rochester and Immersyve Inc., a player-experience research firm, found for many avid players, gore actually takes away from a game's "fun factor," making players less likely … [Read more...]

Basic health care to continue in public domain: Indian PMSeptember 25, 2005 Prime Minister Manmohan Singh today said bulk of the provision on basic health services and medical care, particularly for poorer sections of society will continue to be in public domain for many more decades. The expansion of private health care, which … [Read more...]

Robots Massage Away Pain Reported December 24, 2009 ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Robots are no longer just a science fiction dream. They're also part of our everyday lives. Robots help build our cars, vacuum our floors, and now, they're also massaging away aches and pain. Just two weeks before 23-year-old marine Mike Delancey was … [Read more...]

Coffee May Cut Heart Risk In Women Reported June 17, 2008 Long-term drinking up to 6 cups of coffee a day may decrease risk for dying from heart disease in women. A team of researchers from of Universidad Autonoma de Madrid in Spain examined data from 84214 US women between 1980 and 2004 and 41736 US men between 1986 and 2004. None of the participants had a … [Read more...]

Vegan Diet Reduces Risk of Arthritis, Heart Attack and Stroke   Reported August 29, 2008 (NaturalNews) Researchers from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden, have published a study in the journal Arthritis Research and Therapy showing that eating a vegan, gluten-free diet may reduce the risk of heart attacks and … [Read more...]

The Safety Gap: Food FightReported May 04, 2009 WASHINGTON, D.C. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Seventy-six million Americans will get sick. Three-hundred-twenty-five thousand will be hospitalized. Five-thousand will die. These aren't statistics about cancer or diabetes … they're linked to the number of people who will eat tainted food in a year. It's an issue that impacts … [Read more...]