Atherosclerosis: Skipping breakfast may double risk

Those who eat little or nothing at all at the start of the day have double the risk of atherosclerosis compared with those who eat a high-energy breakfast.

Meditation may help to lower heart disease risk

The AHA conclude that meditation may be useful to help lower the risk of heart disease, but that it should be used with other heart-healthy interventions.

Too much or too little magnesium can raise dementia risk

A recently published study investigates the link between both high and low magnesium serum levels and the risk of developing dementia.

Too much salt could increase diabetes risk

A high sodium intake (usually from salt) can significantly increase the risk of type 2 diabetes and latent autoimmune diabetes in adults, a study suggests.

Whole grains may prevent colorectal cancer

A new, large-scale report finds that whole grains significantly lower the risk of colorectal cancer, while red meat increases it.

Keto diet and its health benefits

A keto diet is one that prioritizes fats and proteins over carbohydrates. It can help reduce body weight, acne, and the risk of cancer.

Too much salt may double your chances of heart failure

A new study finds a strong correlation between a high individual salt intake and the risk of heart failure over a period of 12 years.

Processed foods linked with cancer risk in slim older women

Foods with high energy density, such as processed foods, are linked to a higher risk of obesity-related cancers in older women, regardless of body weight.

‘Delicate balance’ between alcohol’s protective and harmful effects

Heavy drinking can increase the risk of all-cause death, but moderate alcohol consumption could have ‘protective health effects,’ study suggests.

Cadmium may raise risk of endometrial cancer

A case-control study of 1,510 women found that the risk of endometrial cancer was 22 percent higher in those with higher levels of cadmium.

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