Use of Foster Kids in Experiments Varies
Current regulations are adequate to ensure that foster children enlisted in federal medical experiments are protected, a Bush administration official said Wednesday.
Colon Cancer Test Misses Growths in Women
A widely used screening tool for colon cancer, sigmoidoscopy, misses precancerous growths in almost two-thirds of women — a disturbing failure rate twice as high as the one seen in men, a government-backed study found.
Health Tip: Keeping Skin Moist
The belief that skin is the outer reflection of a person's inner being may explain why Americans spend millions of dollars on moisturizers and other cosmetics.
Health Tip: Coping with Hair Loss
Alopecia, the medical term for hair loss, typically is permanent and can be attributed to heredity.
Genes May Influence Breast Milk Nutrition
A woman's genes, not just her diet, may influence the nutritional composition of her breast milk, claims new research.
HRT May Help Heart, Swedish Research Suggests
In findings that seem to contradict major U.S. research, heart specialists in Sweden report that hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may help improve cardiac function in postmenopausal women.
Grapefruit May Bring Sweet Relief Against Ulcers
Grapefruit seed extract contains powerful antioxidants that may help heal stomach ulcers, according to a Polish study presented Tuesday at the Digestive Disease Week 2005 conference in Chicago.
Babies at Celiac Disease Risk Should Wait for Wheat
New parents with a family history of either celiac disease or type 1 diabetes should be very careful about when they introduce wheat into their baby's diet, a new study suggests.
Supplements May Cut Thyroid Cancer Risk From Radiation
People exposed to radioactive iodine 131 in childhood have an increased risk of thyroid cancer, but this risk may be lowered with both iodine deficiency and supplementation, according to a study in the May 18 issue of the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.
Most Type 2 Diabetics Aren't Managing Their Disease
Despite the national epidemic of type 2 diabetes, two out of three Americans with the disease don't meet the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists' target for blood sugar goals.
Booze May Hit Women's Livers Harder
A study in rats suggests that females metabolize alcohol differently in their bodies and may be more susceptible to alcohol-related liver damage than males, especially if they also consume a high-fat diet.
Umbilical Cord Stem Cells May Save Infants
Umbilical cord blood stem cells can help save infants with the fatal genetic disorder Krabbe disease, researchers report in the May 19 issue of the New England Journal of Medicine.
New Kidney Test Can Predict Heart Risk
A new test of kidney function may be a better indicator of impending cardiovascular problems such as heart attack, stroke and overall death risk in elderly patients, a new study suggests.
Food Fact:
Billions and billions served.
We're not talking about Big Macs; it's the number of people around the world who eat tofu. Tofu is an excellent source of protein and health-supportive soy isoflavones. It's also an excellent starting point for culinary creativity. Tofu comes in a range of densities: silken, soft, firm and extra firm. Firm or extra-firm tofu holds its shape when sliced. Use it for stir-fries, stews and braises. Soft and silken tofu is creamier. When pureed, tofu adds richness to dips and dressings like hummus and baba ghanoush. Smoked pressed tofu is very convenient -- it can be sliced and eaten as is in salads or sandwiches, or cooked in stir-fries and braises, and it comes in several flavors. Look for plain smoked, Thai seasoning, barbecue or lemon-garlic at your supermarket or whole-foods store.
Fitness Tip of the day:
We've got your back!
Back feeling sore after exercising? Take our tip to relieve tension. If back muscles become tight and sore after exercise -- a common feeling -- a great way to relieve this stress is to lie on the floor with a tennis ball between your back and the floor and give yourself a massage.
FAQ of the day:
What's the best breakfast cereal?
Oddly enough, not necessarily the one with the most fiber. Breakfast cereals range from 0 to 14 grams of fiber. But you'll want one that not only contains whole grains, but has little sugar; is fat-free or low in fat; and is moderate in sodium.
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