The FDA recently announced the approval of a new surgical procedure, which may help patients who suffer from age-related macular degeneration (AMD). The surgery would include the use of an Implantable Miniature Telescope (IMT), which would take place of the eyes natural lenses. AMD is an irreversible condition that causes the retina to breakdown, leading
This October marks the 25th annual National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In addition to raising awareness and educating the public about the disease itself as well as its treatments and advances, scientists have released a study that has found many breast cancer patients suffer from a vitamin D deficiency. Researchers with the University of Rochester
Taking the nutritional supplement flaxseed oil may reduce the risk of osteoporosis in post-menopausal women and possibly women with diabetes. According to a new study in the International Journal of Food Safety, Nutrition and Public Health, researchers have found that when they gave flaxseed oil to female rats who had either had their ovaries removed
Ginseng, an herb used in traditional Chinese and other Asian medicine for thousands of years, has anti-inflammatory properties, a new study has found. Scientists from the University of Hong Kong identified seven ginseng compounds, called ginsenosides, which they believe demonstrate immune-suppressive effects. Specifically, after treating human immune cells with different extracts of ginseng they found
Scientists from the University of Colorado School of Medicine are stressing the importance of maintaining a healthy diet stemming from childhood . According to the research, a child who is excessively overweight may be at an increased risk of suffering from obesity, diabetes or heart disease in their adulthood. The investigators claimed that childhood obesity
Those who enjoy exotic spices in their food may find a new health benefit with an ingredient in yellow that may help prevent diseases. A study in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry is looking into nano-sized capsule made with curcumin, an ingredient that makes curry yellow, that could potentially help in fighting colon
Individuals who suffer from bicep injuries may want to get surgery to correct the problem sooner rather than later as a new study suggests that the earlier the condition is treated, the quicker they experience a recovery. A study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS) reveals that newer surgery
Researchers from Telemark University College and the Norwegian Institute of Public Health have discovered that there are significant differences among normal and overweight children’s dietary habits. The scientists assessed the eating habits and obesity rates of more than 900 fourth graders through surveys about how often certain foods were eaten. The children were also weighed
For individuals who are worried about weight gain because of calorie consumption, incorporating eggs into their might help control their caloric intake. According to a new study from the University of Connecticut, eating protein in the morning helps manage hunger throughout the day. Researchers found that using eggs as a source of protein in the
Its common knowledge that individuals can start healthy eating habits such as an alkaline diet in order to keep weight down. However, a new study is suggesting that overweight individuals over the age of 70 may actually have a longer life span. According to research published in The Journal of The American Geriatrics Society, elderly