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Men taking muscle building supplements may be increasing their risk of testicular cancer by as much as sixty-fivepercent finds a new study. Authors for the first of a kind study say billions of dollars are spent annually on supplements that contain creatine or androstenedione.
Depression and diabetes on their own can affect the brain, but together they can significantly increase the risk of dementia, a new study found.
Green tea and apples are both known to be healthy additions to our diet. Now researchers understand more about how apples and tea can protect us from heart disease and cancer.
Use of marijuana for epilepsy has been going on for millennia, but scientifically controlled trials of the practice have only recently been pursued in earnest. A new report presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s annual meeting in Washington, DC, as well as some other recent research, shed some light on advances in this area.
Are you considering trying the HCG Diet for fast weight loss? Here are testimonies from one woman and one man who tried the HCG Diet as to whether it really can help you lose up to 1 pound per day.
Fecal transplant may be an option for Crohn's disease treatment according to preliminary research conducted among children. A second study recently found stem cells can help repair fistulas that are an all too common complication of Crohn's disease.
Considerable research revolves around the use of fish oil for a number of health challenges. What have researchers discovered about taking fish oil for multiple sclerosis?
Do you ever wonder how so many French women stay slim in a country known for cooking everything in butter? According to a recent article in Shape magazine online, LeBootCamp owner, author and fitness expert Valerie Orsoni says that part of being French-slim is living each day with these following tips for weight loss.
Food scientists are taking aim at America's addiction to salt and fried food. University of Illinois have found a way to reduce salt in foods without affecting our taste buds. They've also found a way to manipulate food to take up less oil during the frying process. With meticulous engineering the researchers have also found a way to make foods taste saltier without the salt.
Type 1 diabetes develops when the immune system goes awry. But what triggers the disease to affect children is unknown. Now researchers have found a link between psychological stress and the development of diabetes.
Although ear infections are common in infants, frequent and severe ear infections can lead to other health problems.
Are you looking for a new way to motivate your weight loss efforts? Dr. Oz recently showed viewers how they can use a new weight loss app that will reveal how your face will look after losing a specified number of pounds.
Although Facebook has made it easier than ever to stay connected with friends and family, spending too much time on the social network has been linked to depressive symptoms.
Health experts are warning consumers that your weight loss pills may actually contain a hidden amphetamine-like ingredient. Read on to discover what ingredient name is being used to disguise this potentially harmful substance found in many weight loss products.
A new survey has found that, although a third of breast cancer patients are concerned about their genetic risk of developing other cancers, nearly half are not discussing testing with their doctor.
So you’ve decided that it’s time to get some help for achieving weight loss by enrolling in one of the several weight loss programs. But which one? Here’s what scientists have recently determined to be among the top weight loss programs that you can try with some prediction of how much success to expect.
Can a pill that combines malic acid with magnesium be used to treat fibromyalgia? Researchers believe that it can offer some relief by reducing pain and fatigue. It has been suggested that a magnesium deficiency may be the cause of several autoimmune diseases and other conditions.
La Terra Fina is recalling several of its gluten-free dips and spreads because of the possibility that they may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. The spinach used to make these products may be unsafe. Consumers who have the recalled products should throw them away or return them for a refund.
Fatigue in multiple sclerosis is one of the most life-altering symptoms of the disease. Now the findings of a new study indicate that it is possible to prevent and treat fatigue by targeting certain risk factors.
Health experts tell us that when it comes to losing weight, the majority of us put our weight loss efforts into dieting. However, as it turns out, putting all of your effort into dieting alone is the biggest reason why most people fail. And, for those who do lose weight, many still look like what is referred to as being “skinny-fat.” To avoid having a skinny-fat body and lose more weight at the same time, you should be doing more of this one thing rather than just dieting your way to slimness.
Being well-educated does not guarantee happiness, a new study suggests.
Want to help your baby learn? Surprising him with something out of the ordinary will turn him into a scientist, according to new research from Johns Hopkins University.
Shortages of FDA-approved pharmaceuticals are increasing and creating more problems for patients and medical professionals. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reports that critical shortages are affecting a wide range of medications and products. Items ranging from intravenous (IV) saline bags to oncology drugs have been in short supply recently, but companies are trying to provide solutions to these issues.
A small new study has found that, contrary to popular belief, playing violent video games does not make kids more aggressive.
A team of researchers from Queen Mary University of London suggest that it’s possible for many people who have type 2 diabetes to stop self monitoring their blood glucose. If this approach is implemented, it could mean a significant cost savings and the elimination of discomfort and stress for millions of people.
Could eggs help thwart type 2 diabetes? Researchers from Finland suggest eating whole foods such as eggs might indeed help prevent the disease. Scientists found lower blood sugar levels and lower risk of type 2 diabetes among men studied who ate four eggs a week, compared to those who consumed just one egg a week.
People who stay up late at night are at increased risk of diabetes and other health problems, according to new research.
Women who were overweight or obese early in life are at an increased risk of developing colorectal cancer as adults, according to a new study.
Do you find that cutting out your iced mocha Frappuccino drink is just too difficult while trying to lose weight because your body really needs the caffeine to function normally? According to Shape magazine, the solution you need may be found by switching to cold brew coffee to assist your weight loss efforts.
People who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes may reduce their chances by getting up and walking away from the TV. The team at the University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Public Health, which conducted the study, has also been awarded a grant to help implement their findings in a community-based lifestyle intervention project to help reduce type 2 diabetes risk.
