Continuous Exposure To Light May Alter Eating Habits, Body Mass Index

Exposure to light overnight may lead to negative effects on one’s body mass index, according to results published in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. This is because one’s eating habits may increase one’s dietary intake, and cause unnecessary weight gain. During an eight-week study, researchers put a group of mice on

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Black raspberries ‘help prevent cancer’

Black raspberries contain a compound that can help prevent cancer, according to new research, which could make them a valuable component of nutritional supplements in the future. Findings published in Cancer Prevention Research suggest that a type of flavonoid called anthocyanins can inhibit the growth of esophageal cancer in rats. Researchers at the Ohio State

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Enhanced herbal supplement fights bladder cancer

Frankincense may evoke images of Christ’s birth for many people, but scientists say the herbal supplement now may offer the gift of killing bladder cancer cells. A study in BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine has demonstrated that an enriched form of the extract, which is taken from tree resin, promotes cancer cell death in the

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Calorie intake key for weight loss

Losing weight can help most Americans improve their health and feel better about themselves – but which method is best? According to a new study funded by the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute, the best way for people to shed pounds may be to reduce the number of calories consumed. The researchers compared four

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Calcium, Vitamin D May Be Effective Initial Treatment For Osteoporosis

To support one’s bone health, experts suggest taking a dietary supplement containing enough calcium and vitamin D to meet one’s individual needs.  Particularly for aging adults, such a regimen could help ensure maintenance of strong, healthy bones long-term and should not be overlooked. Research published in the journal Nutrients indicates that consuming adequate levels of

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Crohn’s Disease Prevents Absorption Of Crucial Vitamin

Gastrointestinal health experts at the Boston University School of Medicine have found that Crohn’s disease, a chronic digestive condition, may prevent the body from absorbing vitamin D, a nutrient crucial for maintaining bone health. Their results appeared in the journal Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (IBD). Crohn’s disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects stomach and intestines

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Early Signs Of Alzheimer’s May Be More Recognized By Family, Friends

The early stages of Alzheimer’s disease may be better noticed by family members and friends than physicians, according to findings published in the journal Brain. When doctors conduct conventional trials on potential Alzheimer’s patients, these individuals are asked to perform tests that analyze their cognitive function. The Ascertain Dementia 8 (AD8) survey, which is the

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Alcohol, Marijuana Use During Adolescence May Affect Cognitive Function

Alcohol and marijuana use during adolescence may lead to cognitive complications, according to findings published in the journal of Alcoholism: Clinical and Experimental Research. For the trial, researchers conducted a series of psychological exams on three groups – 19 teenagers with substance dependency, 14 with a family history of usage who don’t drink or smoke

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