Numerous studies have suggested that focusing on prostate cancer early may help improve health outcomes. Besides taking herbal supplements that contain saw palmetto, men at risk for the disease may consider maintaining a moderate weight, since new research has shown that being obese can increase the likelihood of prostate cancer metastasis. A study conducted at
Scientists at the Laboratory of Psychiatry and Experimental Alzheimers Research have found that a chronic high-fat cholesterol diet may lead to brain damage. The researchers noted that the onset of Alzheimer’s disease can begin up to 30 years before symptoms appear and that high cholesterol levels have been linked to this illness. Therefore, the scientists
Changes in the Western diet over the past 150 years are causing many Americans to develop nutrient deficiencies. This is especially true of essential nutrients and fats found in fish and wild plants. More folks are eating high amounts of animal products and pesticide-laden fruits and veggies. And its no secret that there are far
Scientists believe that while common forms of breast cancer are fueled by estrogen, retinoic acid which is a derivative of vitamin A may have an inhibiting effect on cell growth. Retinoic acid has already been known for its anticancer effects, and a team of researchers from the University of Chicago set out to
New research has found a subset of eczema patients who are at risk for serious viral infections, opening new ways for health practitioners to approach the treatment and control of the condition which can have serious qualify-of-life implications. Researchers from the National Jewish Medical and Research Center and colleagues from other institutions have found such
Maintaining a proper diet and monitoring insulin intake can not only improve longevity, but it may also improve cognitive function, according to a study published in Public Library of Science Biology. Using worms, a team of researchers from Princeton University examined how a low-calorie dietary regimen and reduced insulin intake could affect metabolism, memory, stress
New research suggests there are several risk factors, other than repetitive work or prolonged computer use, for developing the potentially painful Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS). Researchers found that diabetes, high body mass index, wrist dimension ratio, hormonal changes associated with menopause and steroid use all increased the risk of developing the condition. In addition, many
Postmenopausal women who use estrogen replacement supplements may be more likely to develop kidney stones, according to a study published in the journal Archives of Internal Medicine. In an effort to determine if hormone therapies increased a woman’s risk of this health problem, researchers examined the results of two studies. During the first trial, postmenopausal
An omega-3 fatty acid has been found to prevent the misfolding of a brain protein resulting from a gene mutation in neurodegenerative diseases like Parkinsons disease, according to new research. The study was conducted by Dr. Nicolas Bazan from LSU Health Sciences Center in New Orleans and presented on April 19 at the annual meeting
Mold allergy is a nuisance to everyone affected by it, but it can be dangerous for individuals with asthma or cystic fibrosis. That is why any news of successful therapeutic approaches is bound to attract attention. A study, which is soon to be published in the Journal of Clinical Investigation, has found that vitamin D