Hot tea may raise esophageal cancer risk

A new, large prospective study suggests that people who regularly drink very hot tea may raise their risk of developing esophageal cancer.

Grandparents, are you putting your grandchildren at risk of cancer?

Researchers say that grandparents should be more careful: spoiling their grandchildren and exposing them to bad habits may increase their risk of cancer.

Omega-3 intake through mother’s breast milk may lower type 1 diabetes risk

A new study suggests that maternal dietary intake of omega-3 fatty acids, if breastfed to infants, can lower their risk of type 1 diabetes.

Eating more dietary fiber linked to lower risk of type 2 diabetes

A new study finds that the more fiber people consume – especially from cereals – the lower their risk of developing type 2 diabetes.

Plant-based diet may reduce obese children’s risk of heart disease

Obese children who begin a low-fat, plant-based vegan diet may lower their risk of heart disease through improvements in their weight, blood pressure, body mass index, cholesterol levels, insulin sensitivity, and high-sensitivity C-reactive, according to new research.

Appetite is a reliable predictor of mortality in old age

A simple question about appetite can provide insights into old people’s general health that may help reduce their risk of dying.

Daily breakfast is associated with a lower type 2 diabetes risk profile in children

Regular consumption of a healthy breakfast may help children lower their risk of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a study published in this week’s PLOS Medicine.

Red and processed meat ‘increases colorectal cancer risk’

People with a common genetic variant who consume red or processed meat may increase their risk of colorectal cancer.

Antioxidants in your diet may not reduce risk of stroke or dementia, study suggests

Contrary to other research, a new study found that the total level of antioxidants in people’s diets is not related to their risk of developing stroke or dementia. Antioxidants such as lycopene, beta-carotene and vitamins C and E are found in many foods.

Caffeine Intake Tied To Lower Risk Of Common Skin Cancer

A new US study of over 110,000 people found that the more caffeine there was in their diets, the lower their risk of developing basal cell carcinoma, the most common type of skin cancer.

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