MedWire (7/25, Albert) reported that, according to a study published online July 20 in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, "eating fish can help men reduce their risk for type 2 diabetes." After analyzing data on 22,921 men and 29,759 women without a history of diabetes who ranged in age from 45 to 75 and who were followed … Continue reading Eating Fish May Help Men Reduce Risk For Type 2 Diabetes
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Survey: 38 Million US Adults Turning To Alternative Therapies
WebMD (7/22, Hendrick) reported, "Most Americans believe that prescription medications are the most effective treatments for many common illnesses, but a Consumer Reports survey of more than 45,000 people finds that three-fourths of us are turning to alternative therapies like yoga and acupuncture." Specifically, "38 million adults make more than 300 million visits per year to … Continue reading Survey: 38 Million US Adults Turning To Alternative Therapies
Diet Rich In Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Be Associated With Lower Dementia Risk
WebMD (7/20, Laino) reported, "A diet rich in certain omega-3 fatty acids may lower the risk of developing dementia," according to research presented at the Alzheimer's Association International Conference. "In a study of more than 2,000 older women and men followed for nearly five years, the more omega-3-rich oily fish they ate, the lower their … Continue reading Diet Rich In Omega-3 Fatty Acids May Be Associated With Lower Dementia Risk
Cell Phone Use Affects Brain Glucose Metabolism
Use of a cell phone for as little as 50 minutes at a time appears to affect brain glucose metabolism in the region closest to the phone's antenna, a new study shows. Investigators used positron emission tomography (PET) during cell phone use in the on and then off positions and found that although whole-brain metabolism … Continue reading Cell Phone Use Affects Brain Glucose Metabolism
Vitamin C more important than known for eye, brain health
Vitamin C has an important role for eye and possibly brain health, finds a new investigation. Scientists at Oregon Health & Science University (OSHU) recently discovered the cells in the eye are bathed in the vitamin. In their research, scientists found high doses of vitamin C are necessary to keep the retina of the eye, and … Continue reading Vitamin C more important than known for eye, brain health