Pregnant women who experience high blood glucose may give birth to children with a a higher risk of developing symptoms associated with diabetes, according to a presentation at the 92nd annual meeting of The Endocrine Society. Researchers from the University of Alabama at Birmingham monitored the insulin sensitivity, which is a condition that can lead
As women age, they may be looking for ways to keep their brain as sharp and healthy as possible. New research suggests that the answer may be just outside the front door: physical activity. A study published in the journal Neurobiology of Aging found that physical fitness benefits brain function. The Canadian study, conducted among
Women know the healthy benefits of folic acid, but men did you know it was good for you, too? Folic acid and vitamin B have long been prescribed for expectant and nursing mothers to ward off the possibility of serious birth defects, but their amazing abilities dont end there. Folic acid and vitamin Bcoupled with
Your liver is an important filter that helps cleanse toxins from your body. And according to Sandra Cabot, author of The Healthy Liver and Bowel, your liver is a workhorse that uses bile to transport fat out of your body through the small intestines. If youre not getting enough of the proper nutrients to help
A great source of lean protein is soybeans. Natural sources can be found in soymilk, edamameor baby soybean podsand organic tofu. Another popular soy product is tempeh, or fermented soybeans prepared in a cake form. Tempeh can be a great substitute in meat dishes because of its firm texture and strong flavor. Plus, its loaded
Do you fear a painful bone break an accident? Many Americans do. But according to a new study reported in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society, exercise programs that include balance training can help reduce your risk of experiencing a painful slip and fall accident. Researchers developed an Inter-Professional Falls Prevention Program (IFPP), to
A form of vitamin B1 could become a new and effective treatment for one of the worlds leading causes of blindness, according to Texas scientists. Researchers from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston have presented promising results achieved with benfotiamene, a fat-soluble form of vitamin B1 which is absorbed rapidly by the body
People who follow a healthy dietary regimen may be protecting themselves against age-related macular degeneration (AMD), according to a study published in the journal, Ophthalmology. This eyesight disease leads to damage of the macula, where the central vision occurs. Individuals who are diagnosed with AMD can lose their peripheral vision, and in rare cases, develop
Some recent studies have highlighted the dangers of consuming too much alcohol, with recent research from the University of Rochester showing that binge drinking can lead to clogged arteries. However, scientists are more positive about the effects of drinking in moderation in fact, a new study suggests that the practice could actually protect your
Compounds found in the skin of olives may help fight colon cancer, according to new research conducted in Spain. Researchers from the University of Granada and the University of Barcelona studied the effects of maslinic acid, which is derived from olive-skin pomace. They found that this acid was able to significantly inhibit cell proliferation and