New research on the effects of the female sex hormone estrogen in the brain lend credence to what many women have suspected about the hormonal changes that accompany aging: Menopause can make you fat.
A study led by a team of researchers at Oregon Health & Science University has demonstrated for the first time that molecular imaging with contrast-enhanced ultrasound and targeted microbubbles is effective in detecting at a very early stage inflammatory processes that lead to atherosclerosis.
Scientists reported new evidence that infection with a common virus may be a contributing factor to the obesity epidemic sweeping through the United States and other countries.
Cancer, cardiovascular diseases, Parkinson?s and Alzheimer?s are often linked to DNA damage that occurs when metal ions in the body such as iron and copper produce reactive oxygen compounds that damage human cells.
Getting kids to eat their fruits and vegetables can be a challenge for any parent. However, involving children in grocery shopping is an important step in getting kids interested in fruits and vegetables.
In response to an article in The Lancet about risks associated with high blood pressure, British Heart Foundation Cardiac Nurse Judy O?Sullivan said:
Most American adults don’t exercise enough, but updated national guidelines for physical fitness allow for flexibility and will make it easier to determine how much is enough to maintain good health, according to Health Fitness Corporation (HFC) (OTC Bulletin Board: HFIT), a national leader in worksite health management.
Confidence Inc. of Port Washington, NY, is recalling one lot of METABOSLIM Apple Cider Vinegar brand dietary supplement, lot number 3001006, EXP. 102009 and UPC CODE: 92483 00102 because it contains the undeclared drug ingredient sibutramine.
The B.C. government has invested $100,000 into a BC Lung Association public education campaign that uses the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) to better inform British Columbians about air pollution levels, Environment Minister Barry Penner said today.
Health Canada is advising consumers not to use Excite for women and Ultimates for men due to concerns about possible side-effects.