NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A woman may not be able to change her family history of breast cancer, but she can typically control what she eats and drinks. And consuming more vegetables and whole grains -- and less alcohol -- just might trim her chances of getting the disease, according to an analysis of published studies.
In a step to ensure that all nursing home residents are not being malnourished, nutritionists have call for a compulsory food inspection to be conducted.
As a part of a healthy diet initiative, Australia's leading food manufacturers are going to do us all a favour, by cutting the amount of salt in breakfast cereals and bread.
study suggests women who closely adhere to a Mediterranean-style diet rich in vegetables, vegetable oils and fish may have a higher likelihood of becoming pregnant after infertility treatment.
In the study, overweight or obese individuals who went on a low-carb diet lost about the same amount of weight as those who cut down on their fat intake and took the weight-loss aid orlistat (sold as Xenical or Alli). However, the low-carb diet produced more favorable effects on blood pressure.
No one's weight is more scrutinized or weight loss practices more imitated than the Hollywood crowd. With personal budgets that allow for the best training, cooks, and food, not to mention the freedom in scheduling to make time for working out, it's no wonder these stars have enviable figures. But
Buyouts are finally returning for the deal-hungry private equity industry, which is looking at 2010 to deploy huge cash reserves into deals that buyers hope could get back up to double-digit billions.
People who want to maintain a healthy weight over time shouldn't obsess about their fat intake, new research shows.
Everyone is looking for a simple diet plan to follow, but let's face it, no matter what plan you choose it's not easy to slim down and live healthier.
People on the brink of developing diabetes who get a lot of support and encouragement to diet and exercise can turn things around and avoid the disease, U.S. researchers said on Wednesday.
Dr. Sanford Siegal's Cookie Diet consisting of allowing patients to eat cookies to kill hunger, has gained extreme popularity in the United States including among celebrities such as Jessica Simpson, Kelly Clarkson, Jennifer Hudson and Denise Richards.
People who follow a Mediterranean-style diet rich in vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains and fish are less likely to become depressed, scientists said on Monday, but the reasons are unclear.
A diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and low in sweets and processed meats, may help lower the risk of breast cancer in some African-American women.
Experiments which mimicked a low-calorie diet by tinkering with genes in mice extended their lives and prevented disease, and a drug that has the same effect could give people longer, healthier lives, scientists said on Thursday.
What are calorie bargains? They're great-tasting foods that are lower in calories than those you typically eat and can be substituted for higher-calorie foods. Here are my calorie bargain picks for the New Year.
Eating healthy can be a challenge when traveling extensively. Making a few simple changes in your travel routine will help you maintain a more nutritious diet.
Studies have shown that Asians have lesser problems with weight gain and chronic diseases. Find out what their secret is.
A low-carbohydrate, Mediterranean-style diet is more effective than a typical low-fat, calorie-restricted diet for diabetes management, according to a study released Monday.
Men who eat healthier diets may also have healthier sperm, new research from Spain shows.
Angelina Jolie is already raising 6 children with her partner and wants to have another baby in the summer, for this she is on a special diet to help her fall pregnant.
