Although previous studies have found that binge drinking is linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, a recent study has called this conclusion into question. A large scale study of over 25,000 individuals failed to find a difference between those binge drinking and drinking moderately, in terms of the incidence of ischemic heart disease…. [Continue Reading]
Daily Soft Drinks Have Harmful Consequences for Cardiovascular Health
January 31, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Daily consumption of soft drinks is linked to poorer cardiovascular health, new research indicates. While no link was observed with less frequent consumption, a daily soda is associated with an increased likelihood of developing cardiovascular disease, and suffering from strokes and heart attacks. Individuals who drink diet soft drinks on a daily basis may be… [Continue Reading]
Eating Canned Foods Significantly Increases Body’s Bisphenol A Levels
November 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Bisphenol A, a compound used to make hard plastics and the lining of food and drink cans, can act as an estrogen-mimicking compound, and may pose a health concern. A new study demonstrates that consuming canned food indeed significantly increases the amount of BPA detected in the body, causing some to call for a ban… [Continue Reading]
Risk of Developing Breast Cancer Increases with Alcohol Consumption in Those With Family History
November 24, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Women with family histories of breast cancer should pay close attention to the amount of alcohol they consume, a new study suggests. Among women with close relatives affected by breast cancer, even moderate alcohol consumption significantly increased the risk of them developing the disease. Adding to research linking alcohol to breast cancer risk, a new… [Continue Reading]
Sugary Drinks Linked to Diabetes and Cardiovascular Risk Factors, Even Without Weight Gain
November 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Sweet beverages may make a significant contribution to changes in women’s body shape and the risk of developing cardiovascular disease and diabetes, scientists say. Even if women don’t gain wait while consuming sugary drinks, a new study has found, risk factors for disease, such as cholesterol levels, glucose metabolism, and fat levels in the blood,… [Continue Reading]
Keeping Tabs at Fast Casual Restaurants
September 23, 2011 By Leave a Comment
A recent trend in the restaurant world is fast-casual chain concepts that serve high quality food not found at other locations. They are less time consuming than sit-down casual restaurants and offer better products and more focused menus than regular fast food restaurants. With the focus on quality ingredients, many Americans are deceived into eating… [Continue Reading]
Natural and Synthesized Trans Fats Do Not Have Same Effect on Health
September 7, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Trans fats have a bad reputation of being bad for your health, but researchers suggest that natural sources of the fats are not harmful like their synthetic counterparts. Trans fats occur naturally in foods such as milk and meat, and some studies show that they actually have beneficial effects. Not all trans fats are created… [Continue Reading]
Herbal Supplements May Interfere With Chemotherapy
August 17, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Many cancer patients choose to pursue alternative medicine during the course of their traditional chemotherapy treatments, but half do not tell their doctor, a new study reports. Doctors warn that commonly used herbal supplements can interfere with anti-cancer drugs, and urge patients to fully disclose what alternative treatments options they are following. Acai berry, cumin,… [Continue Reading]
Alcohol Consumption Linked to Inflammation of the Pancreas
August 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The number of drinks of spirits consumed at a time is linked to the incidence of acute pancreatitis, a painful condition in which the pancreas becomes inflamed, a new research study indicates. No link was found between the condition and consumption of wine or beer. The work suggests that limiting consumption of spirits can reduce… [Continue Reading]
Consumption of Red Meat Linked to Diabetes Risk
August 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Reducing the consumption of red meat and replacing this source of protein with lower fat choices can reduce the risk of developing diabetes, new research shows. The report shows that people swapping out a daily serving of red meat for a low-fat protein source, such as nuts, can reduce their risk by one-fifth. A new… [Continue Reading]