Turmeric may contain dangerous levels of lead

‘People are unknowingly consuming something that could cause major health issues,’ says the lead author of a new study, which finds lead in turmeric.

What to know about skin paleness

Paleness can occur in light or dark skin. A range of health issues may underlie it, including anemia, bleeding, and certain vitamin deficiencies. Learn more about health-related causes of skin paleness here.

From mother to baby: ‘Secondhand sugars’ can pass through breast milk

Add breast milk to the list of foods and beverages that contain fructose, a sweetener linked to health issues ranging from obesity to diabetes.

How a low-calorie diet could extend lifespan

Overeating can lead to health issues that can shorten one’s life, such as obesity, diabetes and heart disease.

Tualang honey supplements found to reduce harmful side effects of smoking

Smoking is a known factor in many serious health issues: stroke, myocardial infarction, cardiovascular disease, coronary artery disease, to name but a few. In their recent research, investigators sought to study what impact antioxidants in honey have on the oxidative stress in smokers.

How Does Diet Affect Brain Function?

The biological processes of the brain may play a role in serious public health issues, including diabetes, obesity, binge eating, and the temptation of high-calorie meals. The finding came from studies that were unveiled today at Neuroscience 2012, the yearly meeting of the Society for Neuroscience and the world’s greatest source of new information regarding neurology and well-being…

$4.8 Million Study To Help The 4 In 10 Children Of Mexican Heritage Who Are Overweight

UC Davis professor Adela de la Torre, a national expert on Chicano and Latino health issues, has received a five-year, $4.8 million federal grant to discover the best ways to help Mexican-heritage children in California maintain healthy weights…