A type of chemical commonly found in food packaging, carpets, clothing and personal care products may affect a womans ability to become pregnant, new research suggests. Findings published in Human Reproduction indicate that a high level of perfluorinated chemicals (PFCs) in the blood may delay pregnancy. PFCs are currently being phased out of use in
Adding dairy to a diet helps people consume more calories while maintaining their weight, according to a new study published in the journal Nutrition & Metabolism. The study found that while eating the suggested three servings of dairy per day didnt help people to lose or keep weight off, it did allow them to take
A growing epidemic that can affect up to 500,000 women every year, cervical cancer continues to be a health concern. Although there are with antioxidants that may help prevent cervical cancer, physicians are still looking for additional options for women. According to new findings published in the journal Clinical Cancer Research, a new chemotherapy treatment
We already know that eating well, exercising and taking nutritional supplements can promote a lean, healthy body. Now, research conducted by a group of New Zealand scientists has found that adding yoga, meditation or another relaxation activity to your regular routine could help you shed additional pounds. The scientists compared the results of three groups
Nearly 9 million U.S. children have skin allergies, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Because of the high prevalence of adverse dermal reactions to allergens, a condition typically diagnosed as eczema, researchers have been looking into how to lower the prevalence of this problem, as well as what such a reduction would
Scientists working at the Cleveland Clinic’s Lerner Research Institute have announced that a compound found in red wine may help prevent cancer growth, if combined with a common immunosuppressant. The team wrote in the journal Cancer Letters that reservatrol, a polyphenol molecule, has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer properties. Likewise, rapamycin a common immune suppressing
Powerful anti-inflammatory agents known as omega-3 fatty acids can help reduce the symptoms associated with joint pain, high cholesterol levels, high blood pressure, poor memory and mood swings. In fact, hundreds of scientific studies have clinically proven the benefits of omega-3 fatty acids found in all-natural krill oil. Here are just a few of the
Individuals who are overweight may want to consider dropping a few pounds with the help of an alkaline diet rich in whole grains, fruits and vegetables as a new study suggests that overweight middle-aged adults are at a greater risk for losing their cognitive function later in life. According to findings published in
Those who suffer from chronic sinus disease may have their allergies to blame, according to a new study. According to research found in the Archives of Otolaryngology-Head & Neck Surgery, when patients with chronic sinus disease were exposed to allergens, their symptoms got worse. X-ray and ultrasound images revealed that allergies might be to blame
Increasing intake of vitamin B6 may help men with early-stage prostate cancer increase their survival odds, according to a new study. The study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition suggests theres evidence of a link between higher levels of the vitamin and better therapeutic outcome. Researchers have discovered that those diagnosed with early-stage prostate