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
Dear Health-Conscious Friend, The change of seasons has sent the mercury rising in thermometers across the country. And if youre a woman experiencing menopause, these high temperatures are the LAST thing you want to feel as you deal with your private summers! In this weeks Monday Edition of Health News Weekly, Ill reveal some nutrition
A new study has found a derivative of cholesterol is necessary for brain cell formation. Researchers at Swedens Karolinska Institute say tests on mice prove that the formation of dopamine-producing neurons during brain development is dependent on the activation of a specific receptor in the brain by an oxidized form of cholesterol called oxysterol. Dopamine-producing
Australian scientists have noted an inverse correlation between the condition of very sick patients and their levels of vitamin D. In other words, the sickest patients in the intensive care unit analyzed by researchers from Sydneys Garvan Institute of Medical Research also had the lowest levels of vitamin D. In fact, among the 42 patients
The chemical that often gives food its brown color may actually reduce white blood cell counts in the bloodstream, according to new research. A study published in the journal Toxicological Sciences found that caramel color, a food additive used in countless products, reduces the amount of immune lymphocytes in the blood of laboratory rodents. To
Scientists have found that AM80, a retinoid related to vitamin A, may become a new tool in the fight against the ravages of multiple sclerosis (MS). In MS the immune system attacks the central nervous system, preventing communication between nerve cells in the brain and the spinal cord, and leading to progressive disability. The process
A Japanese study has linked green tea consumption with a decreased risk of developing stomach cancer for women, according to Reuters. Researchers at the National Cancer Center in Tokyo found women who drank five or more cups of the antioxidant-rich beverage each day were 20 percent less likely to develop the disease, even if they
Those who are looking to improve their cardiovascular and artery health may want to consider including more soy foods in their diet, new research suggests. Findings published in the European Heart Journal reveal that naturally occurring compounds known as isoflavones that are found in soy can be beneficial for those at risk of stroke and
Seeking natural remedies for migraine pain may be more important than ever, as a study has found that the condition may not only be associated with a lower quality of life, but may increase the risk of death from heart disease or stroke. Scientists from Iceland analyzed the migraine history of 18,725 people born between
For millions of Americans seeking alternative health resources to drinking tap water, bottled water may seem like a safe choice. However, a new study raises questions about the purity of some leading brands of bottled water, which were found to contain a variety of contaminants. Research undertaken by the Environmental Working Group tested 10 commonly