Archive for October, 2007
Women Who Breastfeed Reduce Their Risk of Breast Cancer, Study Shows
A study presented at the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research in Los Angeles suggests that by breast feeding, women can reduce their risk of breast cancer, even if they have their first child at a later stage in their life. Data on women who had participated in the Women’s Contraceptive and [...]
Posted: October 31st, 2007 under Breast Cancer, Breastfeeding.
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Vitamin D Helps Stop Bone Loss Caused by Antiseizure Drugs, Study Concludes
A study published in the journal Neurology suggests supplementing with high levels of vitamin D can help stem the bone loss caused by the long-term use of antiseizure medication. The fact that antiseizure medications used to control epilepsy expedite the breakdown of bones, often leading to bone loss and osteoporosis is old news. The fact [...]
Posted: October 23rd, 2007 under osteoporosis, Vitamin D.
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Yoga Provides Benefits To Women With Breast Cancer, Study Concludes
A pilot study published in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management suggests that by reducing pain and fatigue and raising their spirits, specifically tailored yoga programs may help women with late-stage breast cancer. “The benefits could include less pain and fatigue, and more vigor, relaxation, and acceptance,” said study leader Dr. James W. Carson [...]
Posted: October 17th, 2007 under Breast Cancer, Cancer, Yoga.
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Artificial Food Additives Increase Hyperactivity Risk in Children, Study Finds
A study published in The Lancet further solidifies the link between commonly used artificial food colorings and the preservative sodium benzoate and hyperactivity in children. The study’s findings have reignited justified actions by activists on a mission to ban artificial food additives from food who’s target audience is children. Dr. Jim Stevenson, lead author of [...]
Posted: October 7th, 2007 under Food Additives, Hyperactivity.
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