Older Americans may benefit from a nutritional health supplement that includes vitamin D, researchers say, because it could lessen the risk of bone fractures. Following more than 42,000 patients over age 65 for a year, researchers tracked the number of non-spinal bone fractures and found benefits for those who took pills containing 482 to 770
Eating less fat and cholesterol may lower an individual’s chances of developing breast cancer, according to recent research. Data published in the American Journal of Pathology indicates that people who eat a high-fat diet may develop breast tumors at a much higher rate than those who consume a healthy, balanced regimen. The researchers, oncologists and
A recent poll found 74 percent of Americans who use public restrooms would rinse their hands with water and let them air dry if theres no soap or towels. Why bother, asks Dr. John Cmar, an infectious disease expert with Baltimores Sinai Hospital. “Washing with water alone does not get rid of microbes the
New research suggests there are several risk factors, other than repetitive work or prolonged computer use, for developing the potentially painful Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). Researchers found that diabetes, high body mass index, wrist dimension ratio, hormonal changes associated with menopause and steroid use all increased the risk of developing the condition. In addition, many
Although an alkaline diet can help with allergies because it avoids foods that produce mucus such as flour, chocolate and eggs, some people still suffer from harsh allergies during certain times of the year. A new study has discovered a molecule, known as thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP), which specifically tells immune cells to produce an
Patients have been looking for a remedy to help with proliferative diabetic retinopathy, a result of diabetes that could lead to blindness. A new study suggests that steroids injected directly into the eye can help. While there are many that can help curb the progression of the disease, there are very few treatments for proliferative
A clinical study of the diets of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) eat may have uncovered a potential source, or aggravator, of inattention food allergies. Data published in the medical journal The Lancet indicated that three in every five children with ADHD may derive some benefit from dietary restriction. To test their
Scientists from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center have discovered the mechanism that causes blood clots also known as thrombosis in patients with antiphospholipid syndrome (APS). APS is an autoimmune disease in which bacteria and virus-fighting immune system cells attack healthy body tissues and organs, according to the National Institutes of Health.
Consider what it takes to eat a healthy diet. Experts often point to fruits, vegetables, legumes, roots, tubers, nuts and other plants as excellent sources of calories and nutrients, ones which often lack the fats and cholesterol associated with processed foods. Recently, researchers found that bees and other pollinating insects are vital to keeping these
When the weather improves, its tempting to leave the house in little clothing, eschewing sunscreen to allow skin to breathe and gain a healthy tan. However, to protect oneself from skin problems later in life, the American Cancer Society strongly advises that all people, regardless of age, wear sunscreen this summer and every time they