Fruits and vegetables may reduce bladder cancer risk in women

Women who increase their consumption of fruits and vegetables probably reduce their risk of developing invasive bladder cancer, researchers from the University of Hawaii Cancer Center reported in The Journal of Nutrition1. The authors explained that fruits and vegetables have been extensively studied for their possible effects on the risk of cancer, including bladder cancer…

‘No reason’ to restrict food and drink during childbirth

Researchers have found that restricting food and drinks during labor does not benefit mothers in any way, according to a study published in The Cochcrane Library.

Red meat may raise Alzheimer’s risk

Eating too much red meat, which raises brain levels of iron, may heighten the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, researchers from the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA reported in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. As background information, the authors explained that iron can accelerate the damaging reactions of free radicals…

Higher intake of fruits and vegetables may reduce the risk of bladder cancer in women

Scientists recently discovered that a greater consumption of fruits and vegetables may lower the risk of invasive bladder cancer in women.

Disappointed sports fans more likely to eat junk food

It is always disappointing when your favorite sports team loses a game. But according to researchers, sports fans of losing teams can become so miserable that they reach for junk food

Calcium-rich diet may reduce female mortality

A calcium-rich diet, whether from supplements or high-calcium foods, may increase lifespans for women, according to a study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism. Researchers from McGill University in Canada analyzed data from a large-scale study called the Canadian Multicenter Osteoporosis Study (CaMos)…

How people taste sweeteners is managed by multiple genes

Genetics may play a role in how people’s taste receptors send signals, leading to a wide spectrum of taste preferences, according to Penn State food scientists. These varied, genetically influenced responses may mean that food and drink companies will need a range of artificial sweeteners to accommodate different consumer tastes…

Smart snacking for back to school

With the start of the school year around the corner, now is the perfect time for parents to ramp up efforts at infusing their kids’ lunches with creative, healthy options. “You don’t have to completely cut back on snacks and sugars to ensure that your child eats a well-balanced meal,” explains Dr…

Junk food in pregnancy linked to childhood mental disorders

During pregnancy, it can be hard not to give in to those cravings for unhealthy foods.

Caffeinated drinks may be good for the liver

Researchers have discovered that an increased caffeine intake may reduce the risk of non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, according to a study published in the journal Hepatology. A team from the Duke-NUS Graduate Medical School (Duke-NUS) and the Duke University School of Medicine used cell culture and mice as models for the effects of caffeine on the liver disease…

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