Health Headlines - April 25

Study a Positive Sign on Alzheimer's

The first attempt at gene therapy for Alzheimer's patients appeared to significantly delay worsening of the disease in a few people who have tested it so far, scientists reported Sunday.

Outbreak of Angola Virus Under Control

Medical teams trying to stamp out the worst recorded incidence of Marburg virus in Angola are beginning to get the deadly outbreak under control as cooperation from stricken communities improves, the U.N. health agency said Saturday.

Food Fact:
Herbal essence.

Herbs add discreet flavor to a dish, if you handle them just right...

Fitness Tip of the day:
Patience pays.

If you don't get results right away, don't quit -- buff takes time.

FAQ of the day:
What is a healthy level of body fat?

Healthy adult males' generally accepted range of body fat is from 15 - 22%; healthy women range from 20 - 25%. Elite athletes may lower their body fat through exercise, but they also tend to be genetically lean. Women who reduce their body fat by 1/3 or more through intense exercise and/or restricted eating may depress their estrogen production too far to sustain a normal menstrual cycle. Not only is this likely to cause infertility, it's known to cause bone loss and osteoporosis in young women.