The dangers of sugar are well documented. Recent research has shown that high sugar intake can greatly increase heart disease risk, and a new MRI technique even confirmed that cancer cells feed on sugar. New research from The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center sugar increases breast cancer risk. […]
It is well known that late night eating can cause weight gain and should be avoided. New research from the University of California, Los Angeles shows that late night eating affects memory. Eating at times that are normally reserved for sleep causes a deficiency in learning and memory controlled by […]
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic inflammatory disorder. According to Mayo Clinic, rheumatoid arthritis “typically affects the small joints in your hands and feet. Unlike the wear-and-tear damage of osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis affects the lining of your joints, causing a painful swelling that can eventually result in bone erosion and […]
Nestlé is responsible for creating many of America’s favorite brands of ice cream, cookies and other treats. They report that they use about 20 million pounds of eggs annually to make their products. In a recent press release, Nestlé announced its eggs will be cage-free by 2020. “Our products are […]
In many ways, the year 2015 helped the world take mental health more seriously. Many celebrities have spoken out on the topic, and medical researchers found more effective ways to diagnose and treat mental illness. Robert Spitzer, a top influential psychiatrist has died at age 83. Dr. Spitzer was a […]
Coffee is a huge part of the American lifestyle, and has lately been the subject of exciting health research. Scientists are just beginning to understand the health benefits of coffee. New research from the University of George shows that coffee may improve endurance during exercise. To investigate the benefits of […]
Cancer is one of the leading causes of death in the world. Many people assume that cancer is a product of bad luck or fortune. However, this is not the case, according to new research. The new study from Stony Brook University in New York shows that most cancer cases […]
Colon cancer is the third most commonly diagnosed cancer and is the second leading cause of death by cancer amongst men and women, according to the Colon Cancer Alliance. The American Cancer Society estimates 49,700 colon cancer deaths in the U.S. in the year 2015. Because colorectal cancer has been […]
