Eating a diet that is low in red meat and processed foods may help breast cancer survivors prolong their life, according to new research. Researchers at Kaiser Permanente in Oakland, California say that following an eating plan that includes plenty of vegetables, fruit and whole grains could help women avoid death from other chronic diseases
Individuals who are lactose intolerant and cannot consume dairy products, but would like to maintain bone health, may find a good substitute in soy milk and other soy products. A study conducted by the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) looked at how soybean isoflavones affect bone mass. In the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition they explained
In the search for ever more efficient and emissions-free methods of improving water quality, scientists are hoping to be able to employ bacteria strains to achieve that goal. Researchers from Robert Gordons University in Aberdeen, Scotland, found that microorganisms called Arthrobacter, Brevibacterium and Rhodococcus were capable of neutralizing toxins produced by blue-green algae. Also known
A new study has found that scientists are closer to developing new treatments for patients who suffer from intestinal absorption disorders, according to findings published in the Journal of Parenteral and Enteral Nutrtition. A team of researchers studied butyrate, which is a type of fatty acid that helps the growth and function of the intestines.
Bile acid, or lithocholic acid (LCA), may be linked to cell longevity, according to findings published in the journal Aging. This is because exposure of the acid to free-living yeast can lead to improved health. Prior research has resulted in this compound improving liver and pancreatic health in mice. For this study, a team of
Older people are more prone to infections and cancers, including those that affect the skin, and scientists have proposed an explanation why this may be the case and how the risk could be reduced. A team from University College London compared two groups of people one under the age of 40 and the other
Researchers say eating a low-fat diet diet can help people who have had skin cancer avoid getting the disease again. According to Reuters, an International Journal of Cancer study has linked a diet high in saturated, monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats with an increased risk of developing squamous cell carcinoma. Researchers followed 457 men and 600
High consumption of nuts may be linked to lower cholesterol, according to a report published in the journal, Archives of Internal Medicine. During a recent study, investigators from Loma Linda University in California collected data from 25 trials conducted in order to determine the health benefits of eating nuts. The research was based on more
For some time, doctors have known that alcohol abuse weakens bones and decreases bone mass, but now a study has shows that increased alcohol use interferes with genes needed for bone health. Researchers at the Loyola University Stritch School of Medicine in Chicago injected rats with alcohol which would be equal to three days of
According to research published by the Pennington Biomedical Center in Louisiana, exercise does more than help control your weight when it comes to dealing with diabetes. By increasing your muscle mass, you can lower your blood sugar levels since healthier muscle is more responsive to insulin. So how much exercise should you be getting to