Eating more red meat tied to higher diabetes risk
Increasing the number of hamburgers and other red meat people eat on a daily basis is linked to a higher risk of developing...
Eating and Nutrition - News
Venezuela considers taking bottles from babies' mouths
Venezuela's Congress will discuss legislation next week that would prohibit bottle feeding of infants to try to encourage...
Tide of humanity, rising seas, lap at Kiribati's future
The ocean laps against a protective seawall outside the maternity ward at Kiribati's Nawerewere Hospital, marshalling itself...
Nestle names cell scientist Catsicas as technology chief
Nestle said it will appoint Swiss scientist Stefan Catsicas as its new technology chief, as the world's biggest food group...
As top court invalidates some gene patents, biotech has moved on
The U.S. Supreme Court decision on Thursday to uphold patent protections for genetic material that has been changed in the...
USDA working to provide validated test for GM wheat
The U.S. Agriculture Department, reeling from the discovery of unapproved genetically modified (GM) wheat growing in Oregon,...
At-home weight loss programs for kids lack evidence
Programs designed to prevent childhood obesity in the home don't affect kids' weight a year or more down the line, according...
New York City lawyers argue to bring back soda ban
New York City lawyers tried to convince an appeals court on Tuesday to allow Mayor Michael Bloomberg's ban on large sugary...
Soda ban would target heavy youth, not poor: study
A cap on soda size - such as the one New York City regulators are trying to pass - would have the biggest impact on overweight...
Pig stomachs hurt by GMO feed: study
Pigs fed a diet of only genetically modified grain showed markedly higher stomach inflammation than pigs who dined on conventional...
Mom's obesity tied to higher risk of preemies
Pregnant women who are overweight or obese are more likely to give birth prematurely, according to a new study from Sweden....
Court to consider blocked NYC soda ban on Tuesday
Lawyers for New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg's administration will try to convince an appeals court on Tuesday to reinstate...
Vegetable fats tied to less prostate cancer spread
After being diagnosed with prostate cancer, men who eat a diet high in vegetable fats, such as those in nuts and olive oil,...
Plant-based diets take root in U.S. among athletes, exercisers
For Brendan Brazier it all started with a smoothie. The former Ironman triathlete and ultra-marathon champion said he decided...
Crash diet tied to increased gallstone risk
People who go on an extremely low calorie diet are more likely to develop gallstones than people on a moderately low calorie...
Poor nations to boost nutrition spending: World Bank
The world's poorest nations are set to nearly triple spending on nutrition programs for mothers and children over the next...
EU pledges 3.5 billion euros to fight malnutrition
The European Union will pledge 3.5 billion euros ($4.6 billion) over the next seven years to help combat malnutrition in...
New research points to turning point in human diet
Human ancestors in Africa about 3.4 million years ago expanded their diets beyond the leaves and fruits preferred by most...
Fukushima plant operator reverses claim groundwater not contaminated
Tokyo Electric Power Co said on Tuesday it had detected radioactive cesium in groundwater flowing into its wrecked Fukushima...
China says rural environment problems worsen in 2012
Pollution in China's vast countryside worsened further in 2012 as a result of the encroachment of industry and mining on...
U.S. House approves bill on prescription drug tracking
The U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill on Monday setting out how the federal government should track prescription...
Flaxseed no help for kids with high cholesterol
Despite some evidence it might be beneficial for adults, eating flaxseed every day didn't help children with high cholesterol...
Vegetarian diet tied to fewer deaths over time
People who limit how much meat they eat and stick to mostly fruits and vegetables are less likely to die over any particular...
'Healthier' chocolates boost U.S. cocoa demand
In an increasingly diet-conscious nation where the amount of chocolate candy sold has tumbled in recent years, a niche segment...
Probiotics with antibiotics may prevent diarrhea
Taking "good" bacteria known as probiotics may help prevent diarrhea brought on by a tough-to-treat infection that often...
Adding dip to veggies gets kids to eat more
Offering a dip alongside vegetables encourages kids to eat veggies they might normally push aside, according to a new study....
Mars trip likely exceeds astronaut radiation limits
Radiation levels measured by NASA's Mars Curiosity rover show astronauts likely would exceed current U.S. exposure limits...
No science behind blood-type diets
They are a fad that refuses to fade, but no solid evidence exists to show whether or not eating plans tailored to ABO blood...
Safety regulators recommend licenses for self-driving cars
Auto safety regulators outlined plans on Thursday to analyze the safety risks and benefits of self-driving cars over the...
Could shedding extra pounds improve psoriasis?
Losing weight may ease psoriasis and improve quality of life for some overweight people with the chronic skin disease, new...
Safer mad cow rating could boost U.S. beef exports
The World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) has upgraded the United States' risk classification for mad cow disease to...
Analysis: Behind China's U.S. pork deal, fears over feed additives
When Smithfield Foods Inc. quietly weaned the first of its pigs off the controversial feed additive ractopamine last year,...
Sugary drink consumption down among U.S. kids
More evidence that Americans are heeding calls to cut back on sugary drinks appears in a report from researchers at the U.S....
'Workplace Wellness' fails bottom line, waistlines
A long-awaited report on workplace wellness programs, which has still not been publicly released, delivers a blow to the...
Pork industry hunts for deadly pig virus
The sudden and widespread appearance of a swine virus deadly to young pigs - one never before seen in North America - is...
Study links eggs to diabetes, but not heart disease
In a large new review of existing research, eating an egg a day or even more appeared to have no impact on a person's risk...
C-sections tied to child obesity
More babies born via cesarean section grow up to be heavy kids and teens than those delivered vaginally, according to a new...
Novo obesity drug could launch in U.S. end 2014
Danish drug maker Novo Nordisk said it could launch obesity treatment liraglutide in the United States by the end of next...
Philadelphia faith-healing parents charged in death of baby
A Philadelphia couple was charged on Wednesday in the death of their infant son, the second of their children who prosecutors...
Vitamin C may not treat gout: study
Daily vitamin C supplements don't lower uric acid as much as drugs used to treat high levels of the acid that's responsible...
Sugary drinks tied to kidney stone risk
Adults who drink at least one sugar-sweetened drink a day are slightly more likely to develop kidney stones than people who...
Childhood ADHD tied to obesity decades later
Boys who are diagnosed with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in elementary school are more likely to grow...
Endometriosis more common in lean women: study
Heavy women are less likely to be diagnosed with endometriosis than their slimmer peers, according to a new study. Researchers...
Canadian astronaut wrestles with gravity after spaceflight
Back on Earth, Canadian astronaut and cyberspace tweeter Chris Hadfield is getting a rough re-introduction to gravity after...
China steps up meat inspection after fake lamb scandal
China has begun a crackdown on the sales of fake, diseased and tainted meat products after a series of scandals that have...
Combined supplements no better for cholesterol
Adding a plant-derived compound called a sterol to the cholesterol-lowering agent red yeast rice doesn't make it work any...
China steps up inspection after fake lamb scandal
China has begun a crackdown on the sales of fake, diseased and tainted meat products after a series of scandals that have...
U.S. mercury advisory tied up at health department
Updated federal advice on mercury levels in fish appears to have stalled within the U.S. department of health, frustrating...
Ultra-low salt intake may not boost health: US panel
Americans at high risk for heart problems who have been told for years to sharply cut salt from their diet may not actually...
US car use falls as younger generation shifts gears
Americans are driving less than they used to because of higher gasoline prices, a weak economy and changing generational...
Eating insects could help fight obesity, U.N. says
The thought of eating beetles, caterpillars and ants may give you the creeps, but the authors of a U.N. report published...
U.S. report quantifies risk of Listeria in deli foods
Some simple safety techniques for food handling and preparation could help delicatessens and other food stores cut the risk...
Extra antioxidants have limited benefits for sight
Taking additional antioxidant supplements on top of vitamin C, vitamin E and beta carotene does little to ward off macular...
Wrigley halts production of caffeine gum
Wrigley temporarily halted production of its new Alert Energy Caffeine Gum in response to concerns expressed by the U.S....
Study questions fish oil benefit before heart attack
Fish oil supplements did not prevent heart problems in people who hadn't had a heart attack yet, in a large long-term study...
Packaged diet foods may spur more weight loss
In a head-to-head comparison with a traditional diet, people who stuck to a diet of portion-controlled packaged foods lost...
Gastric banding: Pros and cons of Christie's choice
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie's choice of gastric banding has prompted questions about why he opted for a weight-loss...
Fluids may prevent constipation better than fiber
Everyone knows that getting enough fiber is a secret to staying "regular," but a large new study finds that people who got...
NJ governor has surgery to reduce weight: aide
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who has struggled with obesity for much of his adult life, underwent lap band surgery...
No, really - don't shop when you're hungry: study
A new study offers evidence to support what many people have learned for themselves: never go grocery shopping when you're...
Horsemeat scandal prompts plan for EU fraud crackdown
The European Commission proposed more unannounced inspections of food companies and tougher fines for labeling fraud on Monday,...
Sucking on your kid's pacifier: good idea or gross?
Toddlers are less likely to have asthma and itchy rashes if their parents "cleaned" their pacifiers by sucking on them when...
Chinese police bust million-dollar rat-meat ring
Chinese police have broken a crime ring that passed off more than $1 million in rat and small mammal meat as mutton, authorities...
U.S. centenarians have few regrets, stay active-poll
America's centenarians are generally content and believe staying active is key to longevity, and some are even using social...
Egyptian students protest university food poisoning
Hundreds of students from Egypt's top Islamic university protested on Monday to demand investigation and punishment of those...
Changing mothers' aid limits juice for kids
A change to a U.S. program that provides food and medical visits to many infants, children and pregnant women succeeded in...
NICU treatments linked to intellectual disabilities
Neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) interventions for babies born very small and early have drastically reduced infant deaths...
FDA looks at caffeine effect on kids after new gum
Wrigley's new Alert Energy Caffeine Gum has prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to look into the potential impact...
AMA questions Guantanamo force-feedings
The Navy sent extra medical personnel to the Guantanamo detention camp because of a growing hunger strike, and the American...
U.S.-born kids have more allergies, asthma
Kids and teens who are born abroad and immigrate to the United States are about half as likely to have asthma and allergies...
More evidence adding nuts is a healthy choice
People can safely add a few nuts to their diet - or replace other foods with the high-unsaturated fat, high-fiber snacks...
Supplements don't help with prostate cancer: study
Despite dietary supplements being popular among prostate cancer patients, a new review of past research says they are not...
Gut bugs are implicated in heart attacks and stroke
Thousands of heart attack victims every year have none of the notorious risk factors before their crisis - not high cholesterol,...
GMO food labeling drive has biotech industry biting back
New efforts to force labeling of foods made with genetically modified crops, including a bill introduced by U.S. lawmakers...
Sugary drinks may raise diabetes risk by one fifth - study
Drinking just one can of sugar-laced soda drink a day increases the risk of developing diabetes by nearly 20 percent, according...
Confirmed: new H7N9 bird flu comes from chickens
Chinese scientists have confirmed for the first time that a new strain of bird flu that has killed 23 people in China has...
Fruit, Mediterranean diet tied to fewer hot flashes
Women who eat diets high in fruit, certain vegetables, pasta and red wine are less likely to have hot flashes and night sweats...
New bird strain 'one of most lethal' flu viruses: WHO
A new bird flu strain that has killed 22 people in China is "one of the most lethal" of its kind and transmits more easily...
Celebrity chef recipes may be bad for your health
The dabs of butter and splashes of cream in recipes of celebrity chefs may be impressive on the plate, but not necessarily...
Guantanamo hunger strike grows: U.S.
The U.S. military is sending additional medical personnel to the Guantanamo prison camp, where more than half the captives...
Extra fiber tied to lower risk of stroke
People who get more fiber in their diet are less likely to have a stroke than those who skimp on the nutrient, according...
Grain handlers wary of toxin lingering in '12 U.S. corn harvest
Problems with the toxic residue of a mold that attacked the 2012 drought-hit U.S. corn crop may worsen this summer and autumn...
Irish firm at center of horsemeat scandal quits burger market
The Irish company at the center of a scandal in Europe over horsemeat in beef products, said on Thursday it is leaving the...
Negative views tied to child maltreatment
Mothers-to-be who believe infants dirty their diapers to bother their parents or purposefully ignore their mothers may be...
Exercise, diet may keep sleep apnea from worsening
Losing weight through exercise and healthier eating may have long-term benefits for people with mild sleep apnea, a new study...
Hospital program improves antibiotic prescribing
A quality improvement program at a single children's hospital succeeded in cutting back inappropriate antibiotic prescribing,...
WHO says no poultry contact in some China flu cases
The World Health Organization said on Wednesday that a number of people who have tested positive for a new strain of bird...
Bird flu deaths rise to 16, China warns of spread
Two more people in China have died from a new strain of avian influenza, bringing to 16 the number of deaths from the H7N9...
Patient-centered care linked to better outcomes
Patients tend to do better when their doctors pay attention to their individual needs and circumstances, according to a new...
CORRECTION: In Italy, 3.9 pct of beef samples contain horse meat
Tests on beef products in Italy have found that one in 25 contain more than 1 percent horse meat, the Italian Health Ministry...
Reducing complications may cost hospitals money
U.S. hospitals may have a financial incentive not to implement strategies and techniques that are known to reduce surgery-related...
France finds most horsemeat in DNA tests: sources
France found more cases of illegal horsemeat in beef products than any other European Union country, early results of DNA...
In Italy, 1 in 5 beef samples contain horse meat
Tests on beef products in Italy have found that one in five contain more than 1 percent horse meat, the Italian Health Ministry...
Pool exercise may build strength, reduce falls
Women who did a high-intensity aquatic workout for six months increased their strength and suffered fewer falls, in a new...
Patients often biased against fat doctors, too
People are less likely to trust and follow the advice of an overweight doctor, according to a new online survey that suggests...
Red Cross presses US on Guantanamo hunger strike
The head of the International Committee of the Red Cross on Thursday expressed opposition to the force-feeding of prisoners...
Raw fruit may not be linked to lower blood pressure
People who eat more raw fruits or drink juice do not necessarily have lower blood pressure, according to a new study that...
UK shops ration baby milk as Chinese demand surges
British shops are rationing sales of baby milk after Chinese visitors and bulk buyers cleared their shelves to send it to...
Weight loss surgery tied to colon cancer risk
Obesity is already linked to a higher risk of colon or rectal cancer, but a new study suggests this risk is even greater...
People eat more unhealthy foods on days they drink
Americans tend to eat more calories and fat on the days they also have alcoholic drinks, a new study suggests. "Food choices...
Breakfast cereal tied to lower BMI for kids
Regularly eating cereal for breakfast is tied to healthy weight for kids, according to a new study that endorses making breakfast...
Britain's Asda says finds horse drug in corned beef
British supermarket chain Asda said on Tuesday very low levels of the horse pain-killing drug phenylbutazone, also known...
Strict school lunch standards tied to healthy weight
Strict school lunch standards that are similar to new regulations from the U.S. government may be tied to healthier body...
Dish size, meal frequency may affect kids' weight
Shrinking the size of kids' plates and bowls and encouraging them to eat more frequently throughout the day might help them...
Non-dairy calcium seen to lower kidney stone risk
Getting plenty of calcium from foods has been shown to lower the likelihood of kidney stones in those most at risk, but a...
China culls birds as flu deaths mount
Chinese authorities slaughtered over 20,000 birds at a poultry market in Shanghai on Friday as the death toll from a new...
Omega-3 fatty acids tied to longer life: study
Supporting recommendations that people eat a couple of servings of fish per week, a new study suggests adults with the highest...
New Jersey bans children from tanning beds
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie signed a bill into law on Monday banning children under 17 from using commercial tanning...
Shoppers may buy more fruit, veggies when prices dip
Cut fruit and vegetable prices in half and people will load up on them, according to a new study that suggests price regulation...
Group-based incentives may produce more weight loss
Employees offered financial incentives to lose weight may drop more pounds when they're competing as part of a group of colleagues,...
GERD label makes parents more likely to want medicine
Telling the parents of babies who spit up and cry frequently that their child has gastroesophageal reflux disease, or GERD,...
Celiac diagnoses rose during 2000s: study
The number of Americans diagnosed with celiac disease continued to rise over the past decade but leveled off in 2004, according...
China to spend $16 billion to tackle Beijing pollution crisis
China will spend 100 billion yuan ($16 billion) over three years to deal with Beijing's pollution, an official newspaper...
Obese airline passengers should pay extra, economist says
Airlines should charge obese passengers more, a Norwegian economist has suggested, arguing that "pay as you weigh" pricing...
Prebiotics in baby formula and eczema: mixed picture
There's some evidence to suggest that putting prebiotics in baby formula protects children against the skin condition eczema,...
Chain kid meals fail nutrition test: consumer group
The menus offered to children by most U.S. restaurant chains have too many calories, too much salt or fat, and often not...
Bacteria after bariatric surgery keep obesity away
The logic behind weight-loss surgery seems simple: rearrange the digestive tract so the stomach can hold less food and the...
Vitamin D might help some Parkinson's patients
Depending on their genes, some Parkinson's patients may be able to slow their deterioration by taking vitamin D supplements,...
Could gum help the colon bounce back from surgery?
Chewing gum after surgery for colon cancer may not help kick the intestines back into gear - but it also probably won't hurt,...
Many parents introduce solids before 4 months: CDC
Four in ten new parents start feeding their babies solid foods before their four-month birthday, according to a new study...
From mushrooms to dandelions, foraged food finds way to U.S. tables
No arugula could be found in the salad mix for sale this month at a new outdoor food market in North Carolina. Instead, tiny...
FDA approves Cangene's treatment for botulism
U.S. health regulators on Friday approved the first ever antibody that can counteract the effect of all types of toxins known...
Celebrity endorsers may impact how much kids eat
Celebrities who endorse specific foods in TV commercials are a powerful influence on children, and that effect may extend...
As 'telehealth' grows, experts question cost, benefits
Monitoring patients at home using modern technology, so-called 'telehealth', is tipped as the next big thing in healthcare,...
FDA elaborates on mobile health app proposals
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said its plans for regulating certain healthcare apps used on smartphones and tablets...
Statins tied to lowered liver cancer risk with hep C
People infected with chronic hepatitis C are less likely to develop liver cancer if they are taking cholesterol-lowering...
Mississippi forbids local laws on nutrition, super-size drinks
Mississippi, the state with the highest rate of obesity, has banned its cities and counties from trying to stop restaurants...
Disabled people may struggle to get specialty care
Rachel Markley often feels uncomfortable when she goes to the doctor. A 22-year-old student at The Ohio State University...
France finds horsemeat in beef imported via Netherlands
Horsemeat has been found in France in a shipment of 320 tons of meat labeled "pure beef" that was imported from eastern Europe...
Distracted eaters likely to take in more calories
People who eat meals or snacks while watching TV, playing games or reading tend to consume more calories in a sitting, and...
EU states undecided on pesticide ban to protect bees
European Union governments failed to reach a decision on Friday on whether to ban three widely-used pesticides linked to...
After breast cancer, high-fat dairy foods raise risk of death
Women who have ever had breast cancer might want to walk away from the brie, the butter and the black cherry (and every other...
New York City's appeal of soda ban ruling to be heard in June
The legal battle over New York City's ban of large sugary drinks is set to continue in early June, after a New York appellate...
Tesco finds horsemeat in frozen meatloaf, pulls product
Tesco Plc, Britain's biggest grocer, said on Tuesday it withdrew its line of frozen meatloaf after it tested positive for...
Family docs can treat simple sleep apnea: study
With some basic training, primary care doctors and nurses could treat uncomplicated sleep apnea cases, according to a new...
Breastfeeding may not ward off child obesity
Breastfeeding does not seem to protect babies against becoming overweight or obese kids, a large, new study says. "It's just...
Omega-3 DHA may prevent earliest preemies
For pregnant women, supplements of an omega-3 fatty acid called Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) may help to reduce the likelihood...
Merck Vytorin study to continue after panel review
Pharmaceutical company Merck & Co Inc said on Tuesday an independent monitoring board had allowed it to continue with a large...
Florida researchers develop medically safer hybrid grapefruit
Grapefruit fans who gave up the fruit to avoid potentially dangerous interactions with their prescription medications may...
Walgreen sued over vitamin E supplement claims
Walgreen Co has been sued by a California woman who accused the largest U.S. drugstore chain of deceiving customers into...
New York City can't ban sales of large sodas: judge
New York City's plan to ban large sugary drinks from restaurants, movie theaters and other establishments was invalidated...
Statins often prescribed without good evidence
Many doctors prescribe statins to people who have little chance of benefiting from the cholesterol-lowering drugs, a new...
Mummies offer glimpse of ancient heart disease
CT scans of 137 mummies spanning four geographies and 4,000 years of history show that hardening of the arteries was commonplace,...
Failed cholesterol drug had serious side effects
Unexpected serious side effects arose in a huge study of a long-acting niacin drug aimed at raising good HDL cholesterol,...
B vitamins might help some with schizophrenia
Possessing one or another version of a gene key to metabolizing the B vitamin folate may make a big difference in who responds...
Noma, "world's best restaurant", sorry as diners ill
Danish restaurant Noma, crowned the world's best restaurant three years running in one poll, on Friday apologized after 63...
U.S. childhood obesity fight sees some success: group
U.S. companies and other groups that have made attempts to reverse the nation's rising childhood obesity rate are starting...
Kids on food stamps don't eat any healthier: study
Children whose families are on food stamps are just as likely to be overweight and obese as other low-income youth, a new...
'Brain pacemaker' may ease severe anorexia: study
Scientists have for the first time reported successful use of a brain-stimulating implant to help patients with severe anorexia...
Too much salt linked to autoimmune diseases: studies
Increased salt consumption may be a key culprit behind rising rates of autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis, researchers...
Despite obesity rise, US calories trending downward
U.S. adults have been eating steadily fewer calories for almost a decade, despite the continued increase in obesity rates,...
Rethinking objects and form are key to 3D printing
3D printing has already changed the game for manufacturing specialized products such as medical devices but the real revolution...
Mid-life optimism linked to healthier cholesterol
U.S. researchers found better levels of "good cholesterol" and other markers of heart health in the blood of middle-aged...
Apps use brainwaves to guide, improve meditation
A new smartphone app aims to ease stress and guide users through meditation by monitoring brain waves that change as people...
Special Report: Did Diane Sawyer smear "pink slime"?
A year ago, Beef Products Inc. had four state-of-the art plants, more than 1,300 employees and was expanding aggressively....
Monster Beverage: Caffeine, teen's death not linked
Monster Beverage Corp, facing concerns over the safety of its energy drinks, said on Monday that it has found no evidence...
Health plan must pay anorexic woman's care: US court
A health insurance plan must pay for an anorexic woman's residential treatment under a court ruling that remains intact after...
Fitness experts separate folklore from fact
Can crunches create six-pack abdominal muscles? Do weight-lifting women risk bulging biceps? Is stretching always a good...
Iowa ends mandatory testing of milk for toxic byproduct aflatoxin
Iowa has dropped a requirement that all milk received in the state be tested for aflatoxin, the toxic byproduct of a mold...
Rewards get kids active, but don't improve health
Children will meet activity goals to earn rewards, but the extra effort doesn't necessarily affect their weight and health,...
Iron linked to reduced risk of severe PMS
Women who get a little more than the recommended daily amount of iron in their diets may be less likely to get a more severe...
Hungry Americans get 'A Place at the Table' in new documentary
What do a police officer, a teacher, a rancher, and a second grader have in common? They all go hungry despite living in...
Germany discovers toxin in animal feed
German authorities said on Friday they had found high levels of a toxin in animal fodder that was produced from maize imported...
Melatonin no help for late-stage cancer weight loss
Despite encouraging results in the past, melatonin pills did nothing to help advanced cancer patients eat more or stave off...
Waiter! There's a giraffe in my kudu
Only three days after being told their hamburgers may in fact be donkey or water buffalo, South African meat lovers have...
Walmart says price cuts helped shoppers save billions on produce
Walmart shoppers have saved $2.3 billion by buying produce at its stores in the first two years of its push to sell more...
Food labels often missing potassium content
Most packaged food labels don't list the amount of potassium the foods contain, according to a new study by New York City...
Horsemeat found in Taco Bell UK beef in latest tests
Britain's food regulator said horsemeat had been found in beef products at Taco Bell fast food outlets, the first time it...
FDA launches series of meetings on food-safety proposals
The Food and Drug Administration kicked off a series of public meetings on Thursday to explain its proposed new rules for...
Michelle Obama hopes to put spotlight to good use
First lady Michelle Obama knows she has star power, and she has used it for four years to champion her causes of fighting...
Head Start teachers behind on nutrition: study
Preschool teachers scored low on a nutrition knowledge quiz and seemed to have unhealthy eating habits themselves, researchers...
Amgen loses as top U.S. court backs class actions
The U.S. Supreme Court made it easier on Wednesday for shareholders to bring class-action lawsuits, breaking a recent line...
IKEA stops selling all minced meat products in Europe
IKEA stopped selling all minced meat products from its main supplier, two days after taking its trademark meatballs from...
South Africa steps up random tests on meats at shops
South African health authorities have stepped up random tests on meat and other foods in supermarkets after a study showed...
Donkey, buffalo found in South African meat products
Donkey, water buffalo and other unconventional ingredients have been found in almost two thirds of hamburgers and sausages...
Older women, don't take vitamin D for bones: Panel
Older women shouldn't take vitamin D and calcium supplements to prevent broken bones, and there's not enough evidence to...
IKEA meatballs off Europe menus for found horsemeat
Sweden's IKEA stopped nearly all sales of meatballs at its furniture store cafeterias across Europe after tests in the Czech...
Mediterranean diet can ward off heart disease: study
A Mediterranean diet high in olive oil, nuts, fish and fresh fruits and vegetables may help prevent heart disease and strokes,...
Birds Eye recalls UK products after horse DNA find in Belgium
Frozen food maker Birds Eye on Friday said it would withdraw some products in Britain and Ireland after it found traces of...
REFILE: U.S. indicts peanut processors in 2009 salmonella outbreak
Four years after a salmonella outbreak linked to tainted peanut butter sickened hundreds in the United States and killed...
U.S. indicts peanut processors in 2009 salmonella outbreak
Federal prosecutors said on Thursday they brought criminal fraud and conspiracy charges against peanut company employees...
U.S. deserves top mad-cow rating, health officials say
The United States is expected to get the top safety rating for the cattle disease known as "mad cow" in the spring, under...
Adults cut back fast food, but U.S. kids still eat too much fat: CDC
American adults have made a little progress in recent years in cutting back on calories from fast food, but children are...
Health-conscious Americans hurt aluminum can market
U.S. aluminum can sales are set to slow in 2013 for a third straight year as more consumers ditch sodas for healthier options...
No long-term cost savings with weight loss surgery
Weight loss surgery does not lower health costs over the long run for people who are obese, according to a new study. Some...
Antioxidants may not ward off strokes, dementia
Older adults who eat diets high in antioxidants may not have a lower risk of dementia or stroke, a new study suggests. Researchers...
Serb minister accuses opposition of smear campaign
Serbia's agriculture minister accused the opposition on Wednesday of preying on public health fears over contaminated milk...
Romania finds horsemeat in beef batch
Horsemeat labeled as beef has been found in Romania in products set to be sold locally, an agriculture ministry official...
China seeks extra testing of U.S. pork for additive
China wants a third party to verify beginning March 1 that U.S. pork shipped to the country is free of a feed additive used...
Robot-assisted hysterectomies on the rise
The proportion of women having their uterus removed using robotic-assisted surgery increased from one in 200 procedures in...
Diet drinks may not fuel your appetite: study
Take another sip of that Diet Coke - a new study suggests diet soda drinkers don't eat any more sugary or fatty foods than...
UK shoppers buy less meat after horsemeat scandal
The discovery of horsemeat in products sold as beef has shocked many British consumers into buying less meat, a survey showed...
CORRECTION: Menus labels may sway those who need them most
Showing diners how many calories are in restaurant food items may influence how much they eat - especially among the least...
CORRECTION: 'High-glycemic' foods tied to diabetes risk
People who eat a lot of low-fiber and processed foods that quickly spike blood sugars may, not surprisingly, have a significantly...
UK lawmakers say horsemeat discoveries "tip of the iceberg"
Discoveries so far of horsemeat in products sold as beef are likely to be the "tip of the iceberg", a British parliamentary...
'High-glycemic' foods tied to diabetes risk
People who eat a lot of low-fiber and processed foods that quickly spike blood sugars may, not surprisingly, have a significantly...
Vitamin D supplement labels may be inaccurate
The amount of vitamin D in some supplements may be either much lower or much higher than what's written on the label, according...
Horsemeat scandal set to spur tougher food tests
European countries are expected to step up testing of food products in response to a scandal involving horsemeat falsely...
Health advocates ask U.S. for sugar limits in drinks
Anti-obesity advocates who want to curb Americans' sugar habit asked the government to set a safe level for added sugars...
Horsemeat scandal widens in Europe
British police and regulators raided a slaughterhouse and a meat processor on Tuesday suspected of selling horsemeat as beef,...
Folic acid in pregnancy tied to lower autism risk
Women who took extra folic acid in the weeks before and just after becoming pregnant were less likely to have a child with...
Home altitude tied to obesity risk
Americans who live where the air is thinnest are less likely to be obese than those in low-lying areas, according to a new...
Food industry undermines health policy: study
Multinational food, drink and alcohol companies are using strategies similar to those employed by the tobacco industry to...
Tesco's spaghetti bolognese tests positive for horse
Tesco, Britain's biggest retailer, said on Monday it had found horse DNA exceeding 60 percent in some of its own-brand frozen...
Horse trading exposed by British beef scandal
As Britons choke on discovering they may have eaten horse that was imported as beef, and ministers blame an "international...
U.S. pharmaceutical exports to Iran cut in half in 2012
Exports of U.S. pharmaceuticals to Iran were cut in half last year, according to data released on Friday, while overall U.S....
Russia blocking US meat over additives, West sees protectionism
Russia's move to ban U.S. meat imports worth over $500 million each year, over a feed additive, will help domestic producers...
Are plant-based diets environmentally friendly?
A nutritious diet that includes lots of fruits and vegetables might not be the greenest in its environmental impact, according...
No sign that omega-3s benefit babies' brains
A review of the existing evidence finds it to be inconclusive about whether omega-3 fatty acids taken by mothers during pregnancy...
Britain condemns "criminal" horsemeat scandal
Britain said on Friday crime lay behind some cases of horsemeat finding its way into "beef" products on supermarket shelves,...
Baby Boomers' health worse than past generation's
Members of the baby boomer generation are in worse health than their parents were at the same age, according to a new study....
Mediterranean diet may be best for diabetes
which rank foods by how quickly their carbs turn into glucose - all lowered participants' blood sugar. After following the...
Adult diabetes drug may work in very obese youths
A drug originally approved to treat adults with diabetes may also help severely obese youths lose some weight, according...
Vitamin C supplements tied to men's kidney stones
Men who take vitamin C supplements are at higher-than-average risk of developing kidney stones, a new study from Sweden suggests....
Traditional herb water linked to smaller babies
Infants given a traditional Guatemalan drink in the first month of life are almost twice as likely to have stunted growth...
USDA rules call for swing to healthier snacks in schools
Snacks sold in U.S. schools would need to be lower in fat, salt and sugar and include more nutritious items like fruits,...
Hong Kong in bid to stop baby formula smuggling
Hong Kong introduced measures on Friday to tackle a shortage of baby milk formula as food-safety-conscious mainland Chinese...
Could going veg lower your risk of heart disease?
Vegetarians are one-third less likely to be hospitalized or die from heart disease than meat and fish eaters, according to...
WHO issues new guidelines for salt, potassium in diet
The World Health Organization (WHO) issued new guidelines on Thursday recommending that adults consume less salt and include...
Obesity in girls tied to higher MS risk
New research suggests that obese kids - adolescent girls, in particular - are more likely to be diagnosed with multiple sclerosis...
Could an earlier lunchtime help you lose weight?
Dieters who ate early lunches tended to lose more weight than those who had their midday meal on the later side, in a new...
UPDATE: Supplement reduces risk of diabetes in pregnancy
A nutritional supplement called myo-inositol may help protect women at risk for gestational diabetes, according to a small...
Widower sues airlines for obese wife's death abroad
A New York man whose wheelchair-bound, morbidly obese wife died last year after she was denied a spot on three different...
Salmonella in ground beef sickens 16 in five states
Sixteen people across five states have fallen ill from Salmonella poisoning, several from a raw ground-beef dish served at...
Nigeria to tackle worst ever lead poisoning
Nigeria will release funds this week to tackle the world's worst lead poisoning outbreak which has killed at least 400 children,...
PepsiCo replaces Gatorade ingredient after petition
PepsiCo Inc is removing a controversial chemical from its Gatorade drinks following concerns from consumers and an online...
Car commuters gain more weight
People driving to work every day are packing on more pounds than their colleagues on trains, buses and bikes, according to...
High doses of folic acid not tied to cancer risk
According to a new analysis, people taking high doses of the B vitamin folic acid are not at an increased risk of cancer...
Davos strives to make climate talk more than hot air
Climate change is back on the global agenda, with debate in the corridors at Davos given fresh impetus by U.S. President...
Yum's chicken contained excessive drugs - Xinhua
Chicken sold to KFC's parent Yum Brands Inc in China contained excessive levels of chemicals, the official Xinhua news agency...
Mediterranean diet may not protect the aging brain
Despite hopes that a Mediterranean-style diet would be as good for the head as it is for the heart, a new study among French...
Burger King drops firm which supplied horse meat
Burger King, one of the most popular fast-food chains in Britain, said on Thursday it had stopped using one of the firms...
Davos divided on tackling the scourge of obesity
Obesity, a major factor in diabetes and heart disease, imposes costs on both public and private sectors and is a drag on...
Changing food labels could boost understanding
Alternative nutrition labels that clearly display the total number of calories and other nutrients in an entire package might...
Russia may block some meat imports over ractopamine
Russia may impose a temporary ban on the import of some U.S. and Canadian beef and pork products as of Feb. 4, amid concerns...
Melamine tableware may leach chemical: study
A chemical that sickened and killed babies in China when it tainted baby formula can also leach off of tableware and into...
Report questions food stamp program's effectiveness
A report by a panel of experts released on Thursday questioned whether the government's food stamp program adequately provides...
CORRECTION: Black, poor kids are heavy sugary drink consumers
Black children and teens in the U.S. are almost twice as likely as their white peers to consume more than 500 calories a...
Black, poor youth consume more sugar-laden drinks
Black children and teens in the U.S. are almost twice as likely as their white peers to consume more than 500 calories a...
What's on the annual list of caloric "food porn?"
A Cheesecake Factory pasta dish with 3,120 calories - or more than a day and a half of the recommended caloric intake for...
China offers up reward for food safety informers
China will offer up to 300,000 yuan ($48,200) as a cash reward to people who report on others who violate food safety laws,...
NY City give three-month grace period for soda fines
New York City will give restaurants and food outlets a three-month grace period before imposing fines for serving the large...
No exercise, more than couch, tied to fat in kids
For kids, time spent inactive seems less of a factor in higher body fat than does a lack of exercise, according to a new...
Coca-Cola to air commercials addressing obesity
Coca-Cola Co will air a two-minute commercial on a U.S. cable television news show on Monday that highlights its efforts...
Canada pledges better water for aboriginals
Canada will spend C$330.8 million (about US$336 million) over the next two years to improve water systems on aboriginal lands,...
Simple awareness reduces college food waste
College students threw out 15 percent less food after researchers peppered dining halls with short anti-waste slogans, according...
Merck steers doctors away from HDL cholesterol drug
U.S. drugmaker Merck & Co said it is taking steps to suspend availability of its drug Tredaptive after the medicine, used...
Study finds increase in unused transplant livers
The number of donor livers thrown away in the U.S. has increased since 2004 due - in part - to a population growing older...
Screen time not linked to kids' physical activity
Cutting back kids' time watching TV and playing video games may not encourage them to spend more of the day running around...
[DRGD] - Bioengineer developing needle-free patch vaccines
When it comes to protecting millions of people from deadly infectious diseases, Mark Kendall thinks a fingertip-sized patch...
Obesity, lack of insurance cited in U.S. health gap
Overeating, lack of health insurance access and comparatively high poverty are among the many reasons why Americans are less...
Reality TV viewers more likely to tan
College students who watch reality television beauty shows are at least twice as likely as non-viewers to use tanning lamps...
Vitamin D may not relieve arthritis pain
Taking daily vitamin D doesn't keep knee pain from getting worse or slow the loss of cartilage for people with osteoarthritis,...
Caffeine in diet supplements all over the map
The amount of caffeine in diet supplements varies widely and product labels are often inaccurate or have no caffeine information...
Genetically modified food labeling measure to qualify for Washington state ballot
A measure to require special labeling of genetically modified foods appeared virtually certain to qualify for the ballot...
Saturated fat tied to sinking sperm counts in Danes
Saturated fats, like those found in rich cheeses and meats, may do more than weigh men down after a meal - a new study also...
New food safety rules aim for more accountability
U.S. regulators proposed new food safety rules on Friday that aim to make food processors and farms more accountable for...
Racial gaps in access to robotic prostate surgery
Minority and Medicaid cancer patients are less likely to have their prostates removed at hospitals that use robot-assisted...
Video games fail to stoke kids' appetite for fruit
Healthy food advertising in the form of online games doesn't make kids crave more wholesome snacks, according to a new study...
Entering the age of the $1 million medicine
The Western world's first drug to fix faulty genes promises to transform the lives of patients with an ultra-rare disease...
UK norovirus sickness cases reach over 1.1 million
More than 1.1 million people in Britain have succumbed to the norovirus winter vomiting disease so far this season, and health...
More evidence for "obesity paradox"
In a review of almost 100 past studies covering nearly three million people, researchers found that being overweight or slightly...
Omega-3s may not protect against faulty heart rhythm
Sorry, Charlie, but fish oil supplements did not prevent atrial fibrillation in patients who had already experienced episodes...
Passengers on Queen Mary 2 sickened by unidentified pathogen
An unknown illness, suspected of being a norovirus, has sickened 194 passengers and 11 crew members aboard the luxury cruise...
Secretary of State Clinton hospitalized with blood clot
U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton was admitted to a New York hospital on Sunday with a blood clot linked to a concussion...
CORRECTION: Web-based info may not increase cancer screening
Offering women information on colon cancer screening via the web does not get them to take up screening any more effectively...
Beijing to enact strict new food safety laws: Xinhua
Beijing will introduce tough new laws to punish firms that flout food safety laws, the official Xinhua news agency reported,...
African-American "soul food" habit unhealthy: film
After interviewing food historians, scholars, cooks, doctors, activists and consumers for his new film "Soul Food Junkies,"...
Shanghai to enact strict food safety law: report
Shanghai will introduce tough new laws to blacklist firms that flout food safety laws, the official Xinhua news agency reported,...
Web-based info may not increase cancer screening
Offering women information on colon cancer screening via the web does not get them to take up screening any more effectively...
One in 12 in military has clogged heart arteries
Just over one in 12 U.S. service members who died in the Iraq and Afghanistan wars had plaque buildup in the arteries around...
Obesity declining in young, poorer kids: study
The number of low-income preschoolers who qualify as obese or "extremely obese" has dropped over the last decade, new data...
Apps to help achieve New Year's resolutions
Whether it is improving health or managing finances better, about 87 percent of Americans will make resolutions for 2013...
Allergies, extra weight tied to bullying
Kids who have food allergies or are overweight may be especially likely to get bullied by their peers, two new studies suggest....
FDA closer to approving biotech salmon, critics furious
A controversial genetically engineered salmon has moved a step closer to the consumer's dining table after the U.S. Food...
Spending on food advertising to kids fell in '09
Food companies spent considerably less to advertise to children in 2009 than they did in 2006 as they shifted to the Internet,...
Kids given healthier snacks eat fewer calories
Kids given a combination of cheese and vegetables will eat only about a quarter as many calories as those given potato chips,...
Hunger and homelessness rise in U.S. cities: report
Across the United States, the number of hungry and homeless people is growing, and budget fights at the federal level are...
US food, animal groups seek lower ractopamine limits
Food safety and animal welfare groups petitioned the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on Thursday seeking limits on an animal...
Whole grains linked to lower prediabetes risk
Eating whole grains is associated with a decreased risk of prediabetes, a blood sugar elevation that can precede diabetes...
Do health care workers practice what they preach?
Health care workers may not always "practice what they preach" when it comes to keeping up to date with cancer screenings,...
Spelman to cut sports to improve student health
Spelman College, the oldest historically black U.S. college for women, is scrapping its competitive sports program in a bold...
U.N. seeks $1.5 billion to aid suffering Syrians
The United Nations appealed on Wednesday for $1.5 billion to provide life-saving aid to millions of Syrians suffering in...
Probiotics might limit infant skin problems
Children who take a supplement of probiotics - those "good" bacteria that live in our guts - are less likely to develop eczema,...
Two cups of milk daily enough for most kids: study
Two cups of cow's milk per day may be enough for most kids to have the recommended amount of vitamin D in their blood while...
Diabetes remission possible with diet, exercise
One in nine people with diabetes saw their blood sugar levels dip back to a normal or "pre-diabetes" level after a year on...
Hairstyles may keep some black women from exercise
A number of obstacles may stand between a person and exercise, and hairstyles may be one of them for African-American women,...
Inherited colon cancer risk tied to certain foods
Among people who have a genetic susceptibility to colon cancer, those whose diets are heavy in junk food have an even higher...
Mind-controlled robot arm gets closer to human limb
Researchers in the United States have developed a robotic arm controlled directly by thought with a level of agility closer...
Menopause quality of life unchanged by soy supplements
Menopausal women who took soy supplements during a two-year trial reported no differences in quality of life compared to...
A sick world: We live longer, with more illness
The world has made huge progress fighting killer infectious diseases, but as a result we now lead longer and sicker lives,...
C-section babies more likely to become overweight
Children born via cesarean section are slightly more likely than babies delivered vaginally to become heavy or obese, according...
Americans living longer, with unhealthy lifestyles
Americans have longer, but not necessarily healthier, lives due to high rates of preventable chronic disease, according to...
Six hurt in Novartis plant chemical leak-police
Six people who inhaled leaking chemicals at the Novartis plant which makes the company's top-selling drug Diovan were taken...
Vision loss tied to diabetes on the rise in U.S.
Vision loss likely related to diabetes increased by 20 percent over less than a decade in the U.S., according to a new study....
Philippine typhoon victims running out of food
Isolated communities in the Philippines including hill tribes are facing hunger a week after a typhoon struck, and with roads...
Fish sold in New York routinely mislabeled: study
Nearly three in five New York City grocery stores and restaurants that sell seafood have mislabeled part of their stock,...
Food safety group calls for court to limit GMO seed patents
Patent protection for genetically modified corn, soybeans and other crop must be limited so farmers can save their seeds...
Youth who overeat more likely to take up drugs
Kids and teens who reported overeating, including binge eating, were more likely to start using marijuana and other drugs...
Weight loss? There's an app for that
Mobile devices that let people track how much they eat and exercise may help them shed pounds over and above the benefits...
U.S. loosens rules aimed at healthier school meals
U.S. regulators are relaxing school meal rules aimed at reining in calories and portion sizes after some students, parents...
To stay fit during holidays bend, don't break routine: experts
Sticking to a fitness routine is not always easy, but holiday feasting, drinking and family can make it even harder. 'Tis...
Brazil denies media reports of 2010 mad cow case
Brazil's Agriculture Ministry said on Friday that the country had registered no cases of mad cow disease, denying reports...
Omega-6 fats not linked to heart failure risk
Despite evidence suggesting omega-6 fatty acids might protect the cardiovascular system, a large new study of men finds the...
Vitamin D, calcium disappoint in dementia study
Vitamin D and calcium supplements taken together in low doses offered no protection against dementia in a large U.S. study...
For soda makers, restaurants facing NYC ban, size does matter
Soda makers and restaurants say they will face daunting logistical hurdles such as needing to retool manufacturing, change...
Most teens with mental disorders not on meds: study
Despite concerns that too many U.S. youth use prescription psychiatric drugs, a new study suggests just one in seven teens...
FDA seeks end of suit over delayed food safety rules
Creating new rules for food safety is too complex a task to be completed quickly and a lawsuit seeking to compel government...
U.S. Supreme Court to decide if human genes patentable
The U.S. Supreme Court on Friday agreed to decide whether human genes can be patented, a hotly contested issue with broad...
Science journal urged to retract Monsanto GM study
The publisher of a much-criticized study suggesting genetically modified corn caused tumors in rats has come under heavy...
Extra fruit may not ward off daily hunger
The idea that filling up on fruits and vegetables will cut one's appetite for higher-calorie fare did not pan out in a new...
U.S. diets not up to U.S. standards: study
In a broad comparison of U.S. dietary standards and real Americans' eating habits, researchers found that people fall short...
Small sachets are big help for clean water in developing world
Greg Allgood tears open a small sachet and dumps the powder into a large plastic container filled with brown, murky water....
Simple formula can predict child obesity risk at birth
A simple assessment can predict at birth a baby's likelihood of becoming obese during childhood, scientists said on Wednesday....
Men with big bellies likely to have weaker bones
Men with excessive fat around their abdomen, commonly known as a "beer belly," are at an elevated risk for heart disease...
Soy unlikely to help hot flashes
Women who eat a lot of soy-based foods or fiber don't seem to have fewer menopause symptoms, according to a new study. The...
Work halted at peanut butter plant tied to outbreak
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration suspended operations on Monday at a New Mexico food producer linked to salmonella-tainted...
Meat plant operations halted on food safety concerns
Canadian food inspectors on Friday said they have suspended operations at a meat-processing plant in Edmonton, Alberta, for...
Caffeine-diabetes link still unresolved: study
Results of a large new U.S. study confirm that sugary drinks are linked to a heightened risk of developing Type 2 diabetes,...
CORRECTION: In "beautiful China", local polluters still hold sway
In ramshackle semi-industrial Tianying in China's Anhui province, a state-owned lead smelter and foundry sits at the center...
In "beautiful China", local polluters still hold sway
In ramshackle semi-industrial Tianying in China's Anhui province, a state-owned lead smelter and foundry sits at the center...
U.S. food banks raise alarm as drought dents government supplies
The worst U.S. drought in more than half a century has weakened the safety net for the 50 million Americans who struggle...
Pfizer, Bristol get EU nod for blood clot preventer
European health regulators on Tuesday approved an eagerly anticipated blood thinner developed by Bristol-Myers Squibb Co...
For hungry New Yorkers, Sandy added to a tough year
One in six New Yorkers was unable to afford to buy meals on a regular basis this year and the number of people relying on...
Organic farmers claim U.S. report favors GMO
Organic growers and food safety advocates on Tuesday condemned an advisory report to the Agriculture Department claiming...
One in 20 youth has used steroids to bulk up: study
About five percent of middle and high school students have used anabolic steroids to put on muscle, according to a new study...
Rising obesity strains Europe's health budgets
More than half of Europeans are obese or overweight, adding significant pressure to healthcare costs at a time when spending...
Sanofi lets Genzyme's biotech culture call the shots
When Sanofi boss Chris Viehbacher first met staff at Genzyme, the U.S. biotech he had just acquired after a long takeover...
Kids with Down syndrome twice as likely to be heavy
More than one in four children with Down syndrome in The Netherlands is overweight, a rate double that of Dutch youth without...
Planned Parenthood challenges Oklahoma health plan
Planned Parenthood asked a federal judge on Tuesday to stop Oklahoma from blocking it from participating in a federally funded...
Study suggests timing may be key in fish-asthma link
Among thousands of Dutch children included in a new study, those who first ate fish between the ages of six months and one...
Government, health groups sound alarm on antibiotics
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and a coalition of 25 healthcare organizations are joining forces to...
For cholesterol tests, fasting may not be required
Most people getting their cholesterol checked may not need to fast beforehand, a new Canadian study suggests. Researchers...
Protective eye gear cuts field hockey injuries
Fewer high school field hockey players get head and face injuries when they're required to don protective eyewear, according...
Sandy inspires first Doctors Without Borders U.S. relief effort
Manhattan doctor Lucy Doyle has done stints with the global medical relief organization Doctors Without Borders in the Democratic...
Iron, omega-3s tied to different effects on kids' brains
For children with low stores of two brain-power nutrients, supplements may have different, and complex, effects, a new clinical...
Red Cross unable to cope with Syria aid needs
The International Committee of the Red Cross said on Thursday it could not keep pace with the growing needs of civilians...
Statins may be linked to cancer survival
Danish cancer patients taking cholesterol-lowering statin drugs were 15 percent less likely to die, of cancer or any other...
Soda tax ballot measures fizzle in California
Voters in two California cities rejected measures that would have imposed the nation's first penny-per-ounce taxes on businesses...
California seen rejecting push to label genetically altered food
California voters appeared poised early Wednesday to reject a ballot measure that would have made the state the first in...
Experimental drug lowers cholesterol: Mid-stage trial
A new experimental drug from Amgen Inc. reduced levels of bad cholesterol by as much as 55 percent in combination with statin...
Eating in restaurants tied to higher calorie intake
In study findings that may not surprise many people, kids and teens ate more calories - including more fat and more sugar...
Multivitamins don't cut heart disease risk in men
Taking a daily multivitamin does not reduce the risk of heart disease for older men, according to data from a large study...
California GMO measure may fail
Major food and seed companies appear to be on the verge of defeating a California ballot initiative that, if passed on Tuesday,...
Modest results in program to reduce kids' screen time
A program aimed at reducing the number of hours young children spent in front of a screen didn't accomplish that goal, but...
Removing trays from dining halls cuts food waste
University students eating at one buffet-style dining hall produced less food waste when the facility removed the trays students...
Europe approves high-price gene therapy
European officials have approved the Western world's first gene therapy drug from a small Dutch biotech company, in a milestone...
Healthy snacks limited in some U.S. schools: study
U.S. school children searching for a healthy snack at school - perhaps an apple or some celery sticks - may find that a bag...
Death risk nears in Turkish hunger strike: doctors
Jailed Kurdish militants on hunger strike in Turkey may start to die within the next 10 days, Turkey's main medical association...
High-protein diet may help some people shed pounds
Dieters who eat meals and snacks high in protein might lose a bit more weight than those who get less protein and more carbohydrates...
Sugary drinks linked to higher stroke risk
Women who imbibe sugary soft drinks almost every day are 83 percent more likely to have a certain type of stroke than women...
US companies hustle to re-staff, reopen after Sandy
Hurricane Sandy may have devastated the East Coast on Monday, but the water-logged wheels of commerce keep turning, storm...
Slimmer future for heavy kids who get help early
Weight-loss programs can help even very young children slim down, and it appears that acting early may improve the odds of...
Analysis: US foreign bribery penalties for drugmakers may lack bite
Global drugmakers are paying tens of millions of dollars to settle U.S. allegations that they bribed their way across emerging...
Plant compounds tied to less stomach cancer in women
Getting a moderate amount of plant substances called flavonoids through the diet may be linked to a lower stomach cancer...
Trans fats raise cholesterol, not blood sugar
Although trans fats raise your levels of "bad" cholesterol, they don't appear to have lasting impacts on your blood sugar,...
Excedrin factory a recurring migraine for Novartis CEO
Delays to restarting production at the U.S. factory that makes Novartis AG's popular migraine medicine Excedrin are turning...
"Good bacteria" during pregnancy may ward off eczema
Babies were less likely to get an itchy skin rash when their mothers took probiotics during pregnancy and while breastfeeding,...
Study suggests lowering cholesterol earlier in life
Teens and young adults may want to pay attention to their cholesterol levels instead of waiting until later, when there is...
Oops: Harvard affiliate apologizes for promotion of 'weak' study
A Harvard-affiliated hospital is backing away from its decision earlier this week to promote a paper linking the artificial...
U.S. elderly, middle-aged see higher obesity rates
Here's one more reason to dread aging: older Americans are seeing a greater increase in obesity rates, according to a survey...
Green tea drinkers show lower cancer risks
Older women who regularly drink green tea may have slightly lower risks of colon, stomach and throat cancers than women who...
Americans favor water recycling, but there's an "ick factor"
Most Americans have scant understanding about their water supply, but they are concerned about it, and believe recycling...
Beans show promise in diabetes
Downing a cup of beans or lentils every day may help people with type 2 diabetes control their blood sugar and possibly reduce...
No need to revisit Monsanto maize approval: France
A study last month pointing to health risks from a type of genetically modified maize and a related pesticide did not provide...
Like girls, U.S. boys may be hitting puberty earlier
Boys in the United States may be entering puberty earlier than in generations past, a new study has found - suggesting it's...
Free fruit at school tied to fewer junk snacks
Norwegian children attending schools where free fruit was on offer ate less junk food and drank less soda than before the...
Severe obesity still rising fast in the U.S.
The number of Americans who are severely obese shot up by 70 percent in the past decade or so, though the increase has slowed...
Counseling slows weight gain in obese moms-to-be
Motivational counseling can slow down pregnancy weight gain in obese women and may take the edge off their anxiety, too,...
Epilepsy drug leads to weight loss, side effects
A drug approved to prevent seizures may also help obese people lose a few pounds when it's added to therapy and nutritional...
Daily multivitamin shown to help ward off cancer in men
Swallowing a daily multivitamin can reduce the risk of cancer slightly in middle-aged and older men and appears to have no...
Abbott suspends gift-giving to doctors in India
Abbott Laboratories Inc has instructed its sales representatives in India to stop giving gifts to doctors, according to an...
Cholesterol levels declining in U.S.
The cholesterol levels of U.S. adults have been dropping since the late 1980's, a new study suggests - and not just because...
Chefs fight flab with small portions, healthy snacks
Top chefs who spend long, late hours preparing meals for others, face greater temptation than most mortals to over-eat but...
Czechs seize poisonous booze that could kill thousands
Czech food inspectors seized 7,600 bottles of highly poisonous liquor that could have killed thousands of people, the country's...
REFILE: Weight loss surgery tied to increase in drinking
People who had weight loss surgery reported greater alcohol use two years after their procedures than in the weeks beforehand,...
Nestle to cut sugar and salt in breakfast cereals
Nestle SA and General Mills Inc will cut sugar and salt in the children's breakfast cereals they jointly market outside North...
Can a few cherries a day keep gout away?
Cherries may no longer be for just topping off ice cream sundaes; in a new study of people with gout, eating the fruit was...
Folic acid doesn't cut risk of colon polyps
Taking extra folic acid and other B-vitamin supplements may not help protect against colon polyps, a new study has found....
Animal-loving Britain split over badger TB cull
Senseless massacre to some, a necessary evil to others, a plan to cull thousands of wild badgers to stem the spread of tuberculosis...
No clear link between organic food, birth defect
Baby boys whose moms ate organic during pregnancy do not seem to have a lower risk of a birth defect of the penis, a new...
Eat chocolate, win the Nobel Prize?
Of all the chocolate research out there, the most unabashed tribute to the "dark gold" has to be a study just published in...
Is your boss watching your cholesterol?
If you're an employee who's looking to save money or make more of it, here's a little advice: Step away from the cigarettes...
Sanofi, Merck recall some typhoid vaccine batches
Sanofi Pasteur MSD, the vaccine joint venture of Sanofi and Merck & Co, has recalled some batches of its typhoid vaccine...
Afghan addicts help run new restaurant in Kabul
Inhaling deeply on a cigarette, Laila Haidari sits on the floor of a new Kabul restaurant wondering if it will one day allow...
More evidence flu shot is safe for the egg-allergic
With flu season approaching, a new study offers more reassurance that kids with egg allergies can be safely vaccinated against...
One in eight of world population going hungry: U.N.
One out of every eight people in the world is chronically undernourished, the United Nations' food agencies said on Tuesday,...
Could fatty acids lower veterans' suicide risk?
A new $10 million, three-year study will investigate whether daily doses of a common dietary supplement could help curb the...
More Canadians fall sick in huge E. coli beef recall
Ten people have now fallen sick from contaminated beef products from a Canadian plant that sent its meat across Canada and...
Tomato antioxidant tied to lower stroke risk
Men who love their tomatoes may have lowered odds of suffering a stroke, a study out Monday suggests. Finnish researchers...
No health risks from Idaho fire radiation: officials
Smoke from a wildfire in Idaho that burned mining sites with traces of uranium and thorium contained elevated levels of radiation,...
Strawberries likely laid 11,000 German children low
Germany's biggest outbreak of food poisoning, in which more than 11,000 schoolchildren have been laid low by diarrhoea and...
Climate linked to California ER visits
The risk of heading to the emergency room for certain conditions, such as heart disease, diabetes, stroke, kidney disease...
More evidence commercial weight loss plans can work
People who take part in a commercial weight-loss program may indeed shed some pounds - especially if they substantially cut...
Hysterectomy with ovary removal tied to weight gain
Women who have their ovaries and uterus removed - to treat fibroids, for example - tend to gain more weight in the years...
Fish linked to heart failure risk, omega-3 results mixed
For people conscious about their heart health, a new study suggests it may be best to eat fish instead of taking individual...
Extra vitamin D may not help ward off colds
Loading up on vitamin D is unlikely to prevent the common cold this winter, a new study from New Zealand suggests. Despite...
Teens' poor sleep tied to heart risk factors
Teenagers who don't get enough sleep are more likely to have conditions that could affect their heart health down the road,...
Thousands of German children suffer from vomit outbreak
More than 6,500 German children and teenagers have fallen ill with diarrhea and vomiting that health authorities say has...
REFILE: Canada temporarily shuts plant linked to tainted beef
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has temporarily shut one of the country's largest meatpacking plants after contaminated...
Probiotic for babies may not fight allergies later
Kindergartners who were given "good bacteria" supplements as infants were no less likely to suffer from allergies than other...
Canada suspends license of food plant linked to tainted beef
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency has suspended the license of a meatpacking plant linked to contaminated beef products,...
Several ill in Canada after eating steaks
Several people became ill after eating steaks that may contain E. coli bacteria sold at a store in Edmonton, Alberta, the...
U.S. bans beef from Canada's XL Foods plant
The United States has halted imports of beef products from one of Canada's largest beef-processing plants, owned by privately...
Salmonella sickens 30 in 19 states, peanut butter recalled
Thirty people in 19 states have fallen ill from Salmonella poisoning, probably from tainted peanut butter, the U.S. Centers...
ACLU asks Supreme Court to reconsider gene patenting case
The American Civil Liberties Union has asked for a second time that the Supreme Court invalidate Myriad Genetics Inc's patents...
Military leaders point to schools in U.S. fat fight
Former U.S. military leaders have identified a latent threat to the potential for a leaner, more agile fighting force: the...
Ten-minute workouts lure time-challenged exercisers
The procrastinators, the super-busy, and the easily bored in pursuit of a manageable fitness routine may find what they seek...
Can it! Soda studies cite stronger link to obesity
As Americans debate what is most to blame for the nation's obesity epidemic, researchers say they have the strongest evidence...
Dairy products won't make you skinny, evidence says
Adding a couple of servings of milk or yogurt to your daily diet probably won't help you drop any pants sizes, according...
Lawmakers seek limits on arsenic in rice
Three U.S. lawmakers are introducing a bill on Friday to limit the amount of arsenic allowed in rice and rice-based products,...
U.S. House Republicans split on food stamps
The U.S. farm law, which funds a broad array of agricultural support programs as well as food aid for the poor, will expire...
Community program may help some obese kids
Heavy kids who took part in a program hosted at community YMCAs were able keep off some extra weight and improved their quality...
Author defends Monsanto GM study as EU orders review
The French author of a study linking a type of genetically modified corn to higher health risks in rats dismissed criticism...
Study on Monsanto GM corn concerns draws skepticism
In a study that prompted sharp criticism from other experts, French scientists said on Wednesday that rats fed on Monsanto's...
China's Bright Dairy recalls cheese product for babies: paper
China's Bright Dairy & Food Co Ltd has been ordered by the Shanghai government to recall a cheese product for babies as it...
L-carnitine doesn't beat fatigue in cancer patients
The popular supplement L-carnitine doesn't help cancer patients with fatigue, according to a new study. L-carnitine is an...
Study finds tumors in rats fed on Monsanto's GM corn
In a study that prompted criticism from other experts, French scientists said on Wednesday that rats fed on Monsanto's genetically...
US regulators urged to set limits on arsenic in rice
Consumer Reports on Wednesday called on U.S. regulators to set limits for arsenic in rice after an investigation by the independent...
Wal-Mart, Humana reward healthy food purchases
Wal-Mart Stores Inc, the world's largest retailer, is joining with healthcare insurer Humana Inc to trim the cost of healthy...
Health benefits of gastric bypass persist for years
The short-term benefits of weight loss surgery are well known in severely obese people, but a new study finds that improvements...
REFILE: Fat and getting fatter: U.S. obesity rates to soar by 2030
If Americans stick to their eating and exercise habits, future historians will look back on the early 21st century as a golden...
Pediatricians may skip kids' blood pressure checks
Despite recommendations to check children's blood pressure, pediatricians may often skip it, a U.S. study suggests. Using...
Fat and getting fatter: U.S. obesity rates to soar by 2030
If Americans stick to their eating and exercise habits, future historians will look back on the early 21st century as a golden...
Illumina gets 5-year FDA contract to identify food bugs
Illumina Inc signed a $17 million contract to provide the U.S. health regulator with DNA sequencing product MiSeq and other...
Study links BPA, obesity in kids
Kids and teens that had higher levels of the chemical bisphenol A in their urine were more likely to be overweight or obese,...
Duodenal switch a "viable option" for weight loss
People who had weight-loss surgery using the so-called duodenal switch technique lost more of their extra body weight and...
For heart health, omega-3 pills are not the answer
The tides are turning for fish oil, at least when it comes to usefulness of supplements in staving off heart attacks and...
Peanut allergies seen on the rise - study
The number of children with peanut allergies in one Midwestern county has tripled in the past decade, according to a new...
China investigates use of children in GMO rice trial
China's health authorities will investigate allegations that genetically modified (GMO) rice was tested on Chinese children...
Obama courts Florida voters over Medicare, space
President Barack Obama defended his policy on outer space and warned seniors that Republicans would raise their healthcare...
Obesity epidemic propels fitness as career
As the American waistline continues its spread, fitness is shaping up as one of the hottest careers of this tepid economic...
Half of women may have sleep apnea - study
Fully half of the 400 women given overnight sleep tests in a new Swedish study turned out to have mild-to-severe sleep apnea....
'Food environment' in US schools getting a bit better
U.S. schools took small steps toward encouraging students to make healthier food choices between 2006 and 2010, but there's...
India's cigarette giant makes a healthy choice
India's biggest cigarette maker is going on a health kick. ITC Ltd sells 80 percent of the cigarettes in the world's second...
Migraines not tied to greater weight gain
Despite what some research has suggested, women with migraines may have no greater risk of becoming overweight than other...
Sweetened drinks may be linked to preemie births
Women who drink a lot of sweet sodas during pregnancy may be more likely to give birth prematurely, a new study suggests....
Gaza not "livable" by 2020 barring urgent action - U.N.
Gaza will no longer be "livable" by 2020 unless urgent action is taken to improve water supply, power, health and schooling,...
Kids' lack of self-control tied to extra pounds
Preschoolers who had less patience and worse self-control while waiting for treats in a classic behavior study ended up weighing...
Thyroid cancer risk persists decades after radiation
People who survived the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki as children continued to have a higher-than-normal risk...
Insight: Big Food girds for California GMO fight
After two decades fighting to force U.S. food companies to tell consumers when their products are made with genetically modified...
An apple a day keeps high cholesterol at bay?
Women who eat dried apple every day for a year see a persistent decrease in their cholesterol levels, according to a new...
Most Americans still eating too much salt
Most U.S. adults are eating far more sodium than dietary guidelines recommend, despite decades of health advice urging them...
NYC voters unconvinced on mayor's health measures
Two major public health initiatives pushed by New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg, a ban on the sale of large sugary drinks...
U.S. kids downing more diet drinks
The number of U.S. children who drink sugar-free beverages has doubled in the past decade, a new study finds - though the...
Genetically modified rice a good vitamin A source
Genetically modified rice could be a good source of vitamin A for children in countries where deficiency in the vitamin is...
Gates' foundation puts money on solar-powered toilet
Bill Gates is betting the toilet of the future for the developing world will be solar powered. The world's leading private...
Insight: What if baby boomers don't live forever?
What if the generation that once rocked out to The Who's "hope I die before I get old" line actually does? Most retirement...
Flavanol-rich cocoa may reduce blood pressure a bit
Eating a daily dose of cocoa or dark chocolate - rich in plant compounds called flavanols - may lead to a slight drop in...
FDA warns Hershey over chocolate syrup labeling
Hershey Co made nutritional claims for its chocolate syrups that do not fall within regulatory guidelines, the U.S. Food...
One of every 100 U.S. whites has celiac disease
One percent of non-Hispanic whites in the U.S. - close to two million Americans - have celiac disease, but most are not aware...
High distress seen in Japanese nuclear plant workers
Months after the meltdown at Japan's Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant, workers there and at a nearby plant that remained...
5-Hour Energy maker plans candy bar that staves off hunger
Building on the success of its 5-Hour Energy shot and a recent debt offering, Michigan-based Living Essentials LLC is looking...
Western brands see Indonesia as land of milk and diapers
Global consumer firms such as Nestle and Procter & Gamble are investing hundreds of millions of dollars in Indonesia, drawn...
Weight gain slower where school-food laws are strong
Regulating the foods and beverages sold outside of federal meal programs at schools may help curb the child obesity epidemic,...
Heart defects on the decline in European babies
The number of newborns in Europe affected by heart defects appears to have fallen in recent years, but it's not clear why,...
Ramadan fasting not linked to preterm births
In a small new study, pregnant women who fasted during the Islamic holy month of Ramadan were no more likely to give birth...
Food stamps don't alter kids' sugary drink choices
Despite hopes that the U.S. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) can steer people toward healthier eating choices,...
Variety could boost veggie eating
Giving people a choice of vegetables at mealtimes got them eating more greens, but not fewer calories, says a new small study....
Is there an "obesity paradox" in diabetes?
Obesity and diabetes might not be the double whammy you'd expect, according to a fresh look at older studies. Surprisingly,...
Most Americans still not getting enough exercise
More American adults are walking regularly but less than half of them exercise enough to improve their health, according...
US children's cholesterol improving slightly
Cholesterol levels have improved slightly among American youth over the past two decades, according to government data released...
Will we soon see genetically modified Olympians?
There have been "marathon mice", "Schwarzenegger mice" and dogs whose wasted muscles were repaired with injected substances...
Antipsychotic use growing in U.S. kids and teens
Antipsychotic drugs are prescribed during almost one in three of all visits kids and teens make to psychiatrists in the United...
Fewer students can buy sodas at schools
Half as many adolescents as in 2006 can still buy high-calorie sodas in schools, but other sugary beverages remain easily...
Weight trainers have lower diabetes risk
Weight training, not just cardio workouts, are linked to a lower risk of developing diabetes, according to a new study. "We...
K-V Pharmaceutical files for bankruptcy protection
K-V Pharmaceutical, a Bridgeton-Missouri based company focused on women's healthcare products, filed for bankruptcy protection...
Olympics-Fat? We are fit. Get over it, say women athletes
American weightlifter Holley Mangold tips the scales at 346 pounds (157 kilograms) and she is proud of being the heaviest...
Honey may ease nighttime coughing in kids
A spoonful of honey before bed may help little kids with a cough - and their parents - sleep through the night, a new study...
Kids who drink soda may not drop milk
Kids who drink sugary beverages are not necessarily switching to them and away from milk, according to a new study whose...
Dioxin found in eggs on another German farm
The poisonous chemical dioxin has been found above permitted levels in eggs from another German farm following discoveries...
Gout risk goes up as waistline expands
The heavier you are, the greater your odds of getting the painful arthritic condition gout - no matter your gender or race,...
New York urges new mothers to breastfeed babies
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg and state officials are pushing initiatives aimed at encouraging new mothers to breastfeed...
Price of life-saving allergy injections has spiked
The cost of self-administered epinephrine injections, which are used to stop life-threatening allergic reactions, has more...
Fiber-added foods may not stem your hunger
Fiber-enriched processed foods promise a healthier version of your favorite snacks, but do not expect them to keep your hunger...
Curcumin capsules found to curb diabetes risk
Supplements containing a compound in curry spice may help prevent diabetes in people at high risk, a small clinical trial...
High-carb diet tied to breast cancer risk for some
Older women who eat a lot of starchy and sweet carbohydrates may be at increased risk of a less common but deadlier form...
New York City's big soda ban draws heated debate
New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg's proposed ban on large sodas is expected to pass in September, but that didn't deter hundreds...
Late night TV/computer sessions linked to depression
Sitting in front of a computer or TV screen late into the night or leaving it on when you fall asleep could increase your...
Peg Perego USA recalls strollers, cites strangulation risk
Peg Perego USA is voluntarily recalling about 223,000 baby strollers made between January 2004 and September 2007 because...
CORRECTION: Ion Torrent vies for $10 mln genome prize
A genome-sequencing contest announced six years ago finally has its first entrant: Life Technologies Corp.'s Ion Torrent,...
Cargill recalls U.S. ground beef after salmonella outbreak
Nearly 15 tons of ground beef have been recalled by a unit of agriculture conglomerate Cargill Inc in connection with a seven-state...
Ion Torrent vies for $10 mln genome prize
A genome-sequencing contest announced six years ago finally has its first entrant: Life Technologies Corp.'s Ion Torrent,...
App aims to improve accessibility for visually impaired
Whether it is getting off a bus or reading a menu, a new app aims to make life easier for the blind or visually impaired....
U.S. appeals court reconsiders Myriad gene patent ruling
Myriad Genetics Inc illegally patented acts of nature when it claimed ownership of two genes linked to cancer, the federal...
Israel adult stem cell trials - hope for ALS patients?
A clinical trial of ALS patients conducted by BrainStorm Cell Therapeutics shows its adult stem cell therapy is well-tolerated,...
Hospitals hype robot surgery for women: study
Consumers shouldn't expect straight talk about robot surgery from hospital websites, but rather vague claims and marketing...
Almonds a healthy snack substitute for dieters
Substituting almonds for less healthy foods could help dieters stick to a calorie-controlled diet, and lower their cholesterol...
Million Yemen children face severe malnutrition
One million Yemeni children face severe malnutrition within months as families struggle to pay for food in one of the Arab...
Restaurant meals a bit healthier after menu law
Chain restaurants in the Seattle area seem to have made small changes for the better since a 2009 law forced them to put...
Hospital meals overdo it on salt
Hospital food often contains much more sodium than dietary guidelines recommend, a new study from Canada suggests. Researchers...
Delta boosts security after needles found in food
Delta Air Lines Inc said it was taking new steps to ensure the safety of food it serves and the Federal Bureau of Investigation...
Milk thistle extract doesn't ease liver infection
A popular but unproven alternative therapy for liver disease may not offer any relief for those with chronic hepatitis C...
Obesity fight is major investment trend: BofA
The fight against obesity will be a major investment trend for the next 25-50 years, a report by Bank of America/Merrill...
Chocolate can be good for you: EU regulator
The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) has ruled that cocoa powder and dark chocolate can help people improve blood circulation...
NYC fast food chains cut trans fat under regulations
Fast-food patrons in New York City are eating far less unhealthy fat since restrictions on its use by restaurants were imposed...
Bariatric surgery doesn't reduce long-term costs
Weight-loss surgery may not end up saving money - at least among older men, suggests a new study of obese veterans. It's...
GSK bolsters medicine chest with biotechnology buy
GlaxoSmithKline chief executive Andrew Witty has an eye for a bargain. Despite paying a 99 percent premium for Human Genome...
CORRECTION: Walking to school, sports tied to teen weight
Teens who play a couple of team sports and walk or bike to school are less likely to be overweight or obese, says a new study....
Walking to school, sports tied to teen weight
Teens who play a couple of team sports and walk or bike to school are less likely to be overweight or obese, says a new study....
Could Wii nunchuks make screen time healthier?
Active video games might help people burn more calories than couch-based screen time, but those who play active games tend...
REFILE: Heavy people more likely to have colon polyps
Obese and overweight people are more likely to develop colon polyps, a possible precursor to cancer, than are slimmer individuals,...
Heavy people more likely to have colon polyps
Obese and overweight people are more likely to develop colon polyps, a possible precursor to cancer, than are slimmer individuals,...
Mistakes were made in report on Mead milk: report
A consumer watchdog in China said on Wednesday that a testing centre had made mistakes in reporting that some of Mead Johnson's...
Kids' probiotics recalled on salmonella concerns
Sedona Labs, a unit of Canada's Atrium Innovations Inc, is recalling two children's dietary supplements because they may...
U.S., Denmark top ranking of world's most "food-secure" countries
People in the United States and other advanced nations consume an average of 1,200 calories per day more than those in low-income...
Study supports UTI protection from cranberries
People who regularly drink cranberry juice or take cranberry capsules are less likely to get urinary tract infections, a...
Dioxin found in German eggs, 8th farm since April
The poisonous chemical dioxin has been found at higher-than-permitted levels in eggs from a German farm, following similar...
Meatball company recalls 300,000 pounds of meat over Listeria risk
A New Jersey meatball manufacturer is recalling more than 300,000 pounds (136,000 kg) of meat products due to possible Listeria...
CORRECTION: Kids don't eat less when serving themselves
Allowing pre-schoolers to help themselves to food is thought to teach kids healthy eating habits like portion control, but...
Germany to oppose easing of GM trace rules: report
Germany will oppose any European Union move to allow traces of unapproved genetically-modified (GM) organisms in food in...
Kids don't eat less when serving themselves
Allowing pre-schoolers to help themselves to food is thought to teach kids healthy eating habits like portion control, but...
Most oppose NYC plan to curb sugary drinks: poll
Most Americans oppose New York City's plan to limit the serving size of sugary drinks and don't see it helping the fight...
New York City official defends "supersize" drink ban
New York City's top health official on Thursday shot back at critics who have blasted the city's plan to limit the sale of...
Gastric bypass patients keep the weight off: study
People who lose weight after stomach-shrinking surgery are typically able to keep the pounds off for two years or longer,...
Less folic acid in pregnancy tied to autism: study
In a new study of California moms, women whose children had autism recalled getting less folic acid through food and supplements...
Pregnancy complications not cut by omega-3s: study
Despite evidence suggesting omega-3 fatty acids might help protect women from two serious pregnancy complications -- gestational...
Food meets pharma as Nestle fights for health claims
Nestle opened a new clinical development unit on Wednesday to conduct trials into nutrition for both sick and healthy people,...
Black girls don't benefit as much from exercise
In a new study of U.S. preteen and teen girls, daily exercise was strongly linked to weight and obesity in white girls but...
Disney to curb junk-food ads, label healthier food
Walt Disney Co will stop accepting some junk-food advertising on its television, radio and online programs intended for children...
Despite obesity rise, kids' blood pressure dipped
The rate of childhood obesity may have soared between the 1970s and 90s, but kids' blood pressure did not follow the same...
FDA urged to rethink on antibiotics in animal feed
A federal judge asked the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to reexamine its decision to reject citizen calls to restrict...
Soy doesn't boost brainpower in older women: study
Taking daily soy supplements doesn't improve thinking and memory skills or keep them from declining in older women, new findings...
Study questions fructose role in hypertension
Sweet drinks have been linked to a slightly higher risk of developing high blood pressure, but, contrary to earlier research,...
Babies fed soy formula develop as well as others
One-year-olds raised on breast milk, regular formula or soy formula seem to fare equally well in brain development, a new...
Allergan wins new trial in big Botox damages case
Allergan Inc has been granted a new trial in a case brought by a man who won a $212 million jury verdict last year after...
NY mayor blasts sugar ban critics: "That's a lot of soda"
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg offered a full-throated defense of his proposed ban on large-size sugary sodas on Friday,...
Can a decade of dark chocolate protect your heart?
A scientific study likely to stir the souls of chocoholics has suggested that eating dark chocolate every day for 10 years...
Fewer food choices don't help people lose weight
Reducing people's options for junk foods gets them to cut back on the amount of calories they take in from junk food, but...
Opting for plain water might prevent diabetes
Women who chose plain water, instead of sweet drinks such as sodas or fruit juice, had a slightly lowered risk of developing...
Coke fires back at proposed NYC big soda ban
Coca-Cola Co fired back at the Bloomberg administration on Thursday, saying its proposed ban of large-sized soft drinks insulted...
CORRECTION: Exercise, vitamin D may prevent falls: guidelines
Older adults who are at high risk of falls should have physical therapy and take vitamin D supplements to reduce their chance...
REFILE: Fatty acids in formula don't make babies smarter
Baby formula that is supplemented with fatty acids in an attempt to mimic breast milk doesn't boost infants' brainpower any...
World can feed more people more efficiently: FAO
The world can feed itself with less food output than previously forecast if it turns to sustainable farming, cuts waste and...
Curing diabetes via surgery, without weight loss
Cristina Iaboni had the dubious distinction of being not quite obese enough. For all the pounds on her 5'5" frame, she did...
Exercise, vitamin D may prevent falls: guidelines
Older adults who are at high risk of falls should have physical therapy and take vitamin D supplements to reduce their chance...
Friend groups may encourage kids to be more active
Kids in after-school programs often increase their own physical activity if they make friends who run and jump around more...
Tide to change Pods lid over child safety concerns
After at least one child was hospitalized for swallowing its prettily packaged detergent, Procter & Gamble Co said on Friday...
Anti-obesity proposal fails again at McDonald's
McDonald's Corp investors soundly rejected a shareholder proposal that would have required the world's biggest fast-food...
Soy supplement shows no blood pressure benefit
Soy-rich diets have been linked to lower rates of heart disease, but a small study suggests that soy supplements may not...
Obesity not always tied to higher heart risk: study
An obese person isn't inevitably at increased risk of cardiovascular disease and death, a new U.K. study finds. "The people...
Australia says big tobacco aiding WTO challengers
The tobacco industry is providing legal advice to Ukraine and Honduras in their challenges to Australia's new tobacco packaging...
Rights group aims to stop killing of Canada GMO pigs
A U.S. animal rights group hopes to save a herd of genetically modified pigs from early deaths after funding dried up for...
Folic acid tied to lower child cancer risks
Rates of two rare childhood cancers declined after the U.S. began requiring grain products to be fortified with the B vitamin...
Mom's excess pounds key in newborn weight
For at least some moms-to-be, it's extra body fat -- and not blood sugar levels -- that may be key to their risk of having...
Ramadan sets Muslim athletes extra test at Olympics
When Malaysian cyclist Azizulhasni Awang opted to postpone his Ramadan fast until after the London Games, the decision was...
'Pre-diabetes,' diabetes rising among U.S. teens
The percentage of U.S. teenagers with "pre-diabetes" or full-blown type 2 diabetes has more than doubled in recent years...
G8 looks to private sector in hunger fight
Buffeted by the euro zone crisis and distracted by political problems at home, the leaders of the world's industrial powers...
California teens eat fewer calories in school
High school kids in California, a state that limits the junk food sold in vending machines, eat fewer calories in school...
Bulgaria bans smoking in indoor public spaces
Bulgaria's parliament voted on Thursday to ban smoking in all indoor public spaces from June 1 in an attempt to persuade...
Breastfed babies may gain less weight
Babies who are fed milk from their mothers' breasts gain less weight over their first year compared to babies fed milk --...
Paralyzed woman uses thoughts to move robotic arm
Using just her thoughts, a 58-year-old paralyzed woman instructed a robotic arm to grasp a cup of coffee and guide it to...
Study suggests lower risk of death for coffee lovers
In a new study of 400,000 older Americans, those who reported drinking a few daily cups of coffee were less likely to die...
U.N. criticizes Canada for letting people go hungry
A U.N. official criticized Canada on Wednesday for allowing some of its people to go hungry, but the government shrugged...
Immigrant women farm workers suffer sex abuse: report
Hundreds of thousands of female immigrant farm workers in the United States are at risk of sexual violence and harassment,...
Skechers settles U.S. charges over toning shoe ads
Skechers USA Inc has agreed to pay $40 million to settle charges that it made unfounded claims when it advertised that its...
FDA delays deadline for new U.S. sunscreen labels
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has delayed by six months rules on the marketing of sunscreen originally set to go...
French drugmaker on trial over weight-loss pill
French drugmaker Servier and its founder went on trial on Monday accused of misleading patients and authorities about a diabetes...
Beef purveyors carve out "pink slime" stain
Behind the glass meat counter at Casey's Market in a Chicago suburb, the butchers pick up their blades and carry on a generations-old...
Mother wins back permanent custody of obese Ohio boy
An Ohio juvenile court judge removed a protective order on Thursday in the case of a third-grader who was taken from his...
New Yorkers: No smokes, no fats, no salt? Enough!
New Yorkers may like "Mayor Mike" but are less certain they want him playing the role of "Mayor Mom." A new poll shows the...
America's hatred of fat hurts obesity fight
One night when Lynn McAfee was five years old, her psychologically troubled mother left her at the side of a road as punishment...
India to probe alleged drug regulator irregularities
The Indian government announced an inquiry on Friday into the country's main drug regulator, three days after a parliamentary...
Industry defends ingredient derided as "meat glue"
The U.S. meat industry on Thursday defended an additive that critics have called "meat glue," saying the enzymes are safe,...
U.S. FDA panel backs Arena obesity pill lorcaserin
An experimental obesity pill from Arena Pharmaceuticals Inc won an advisory panel's support on Thursday, bringing the company...
Fish tied to lower colon cancer risk: study
People who eat plenty of fish may have a lower risk of colon and rectal cancers, a new report suggests. The finding comes...
Minors have an easy time buying alcohol online
Nearly half of all attempts by underage buyers to purchase alcohol online were successful in a new study, exposing weaknesses...
Anti-obesity program doesn't help teen girls: study
An intensive obesity-prevention program for Australian girls didn't lead to any improvements in their diet, physical activity...
U.S. government urged to fight fat at school
A coalition of health advocacy groups on Wednesday urged the U.S. government to put more resources into school-based efforts...
Deep belly fat may increase after liposuction
A new study suggests that women who have liposuction to trim their tummies may gain some fat deeper within the abdomen --...
Kids' TV time tied to unhealthy food choices
Kids and teens who watch a lot of television are less likely to get their fruits and veggies and more likely to snack on...
Vermont poised to be first state to outlaw fracking
Vermont will be the first state to outlaw a controversial oil and gas drilling method known as fracking when Governor Peter...
Health group attacks Gatorade's Michael Jordan ad
A health group is asking the U.S. government to yank a Gatorade ad that it says deceptively implies that basketball great...
Probiotics may help prevent diarrhea: report
Taking probiotics on top of a course of antibiotics may help ward off the diarrhea that often comes along with antibiotic...
US FDA staff focus on safety of Arena obesity pill
U.S. drug reviewers on Tuesday said Arena Pharmaceuticals Inc's obesity pill appeared to help people lose weight and was...
Many drug labels missing dose, safety info for kids
Half of drug labels don't have information on the medication's safety and proper dosing in kids, according to a new study...
Long commutes may be bad for health: study
Long commutes to work, particularly more than 10 miles, may be hazardous to health and are associated with increased weight,...
Mothers cling to chubby ideal for toddlers: study
Mothers of overweight toddlers often mistakenly think their children are normal weight, and mothers of underweight toddlers...
"Pink slime" label forces beef plant closures
The top U.S. producer of ammonia-treated beef that critics called "pink slime" said on Monday it will close three of its...
Obesity fight must shift from personal blame: U.S. panel
America's obesity epidemic is so deeply rooted that it will take dramatic and systemic measures -- from overhauling farm...
Salmonella linked to dog food, sickens 14 people
An outbreak of a rare strain of salmonella poisoning linked to dog food has infected at least 14 people in nine states, the...
Pig poo power the answer to China's porky poser?
Seven hundred million pigs produce a lot of poo. China's love of pork presents a mountain of a problem for the environment,...
Californian jailed 5 days without water seeks $20 million
A California university student left handcuffed in a federal holding cell for nearly five days without food or water has...
Vitamins E, C no help against vision disorder
Taking vitamins E and C may do nothing to protect aging eyes from macular degeneration -- the leading cause of vision loss...
Kids on cow farms may have fewer allergies
Kids who grow up on farms and have contact with cows and cow milk are less likely to have allergies and asthma than kids...
Paralegals bring food security to India's tribes
It was a deal struck almost 40 years ago by a poor, illiterate Indian farmer, driven by desperation after a drought wiped...
How do you count the world's hungry people?
Two years ago, the U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) launched a petition to fight hunger with the slogan: "1,000,000,000...
New foot and mouth strain spreads to Gaza Strip
A new strain of foot and mouth disease (FMD) has reached the Gaza Strip and threatens to spread further after first being...
Toilet "taboo" hurts poor, development: Gates director
Governments are failing to fund projects to improve access to toilets and other sanitation services in poor countries because...
Double-drug diabetes treatment disappoints in kids
In a large new trial looking at ways to slow the progression of type 2 diabetes in children and teens, the addition of a...
Factbox: Obesity's dollars and cents
The incidence of obesity in the United States has soared from 13 percent to 34 percent over the last 50 years, while the...
As America's waistline expands, costs soar
U.S. hospitals are ripping out wall-mounted toilets and replacing them with floor models to better support obese patients....
Radioactive waste dump opens in Texas, environmentalists worried
A 1,300-acre dump to bury low-level radioactive waste has opened in a remote corner of west Texas, the fourth U.S. site to...
Does soy help cool hot flashes after all?
Despite a good amount of evidence to the contrary, a new research review suggests that soy supplements can indeed help women...
U.S. risks losing gains in fight against hunger
The U.S. government risks losing the gains it has made in fighting world hunger unless it maintains its effort of the last...
Fruit, veggies tied to lower diabetes risk
People who get a range of fruits and vegetables in their diets may have a somewhat decreased risk of type 2 diabetes, a new...
Mad cow find: lucky break or triumph of science?
The discovery this week of the fourth U.S. case of mad cow disease was one of two things for food safety experts: a validation...
Hong Kong restricts poultry imports over bird flu
Hong Kong on Thursday suspended imports of poultry products, including eggs and frozen meat, from China's northeastern Liaoning...
High salt intake linked to higher stroke risk
Older adults with salty diets may have an increased risk of suffering a stroke, a new study suggests. The new findings strengthen...
Global food prices on the rise again: World Bank
Global food prices are rising again, pushed higher by costlier oil, strong demand from Asia and bad weather in parts of Europe,...
U.S. cholesterol rate falls, study shows
Only 13.4 percent of U.S. adults have high cholesterol, a federal agency said on Tuesday, possibly reflecting better diet,...
Prevention a low priority in heart docs' training
A new survey of training programs for future cardiologists suggests that only a fraction are getting the minimum level of...
Worm gene increases "good" fat in sheep clone
Chinese scientists have cloned a genetically modified sheep containing a "good" type of fat found naturally in nuts, seeds,...
Is the obesity tide turning among preschoolers?
In eastern Massachusetts, the number of kids under age six who are obese declined significantly in recent years -- a trend...
Nestle wins pricey battle for Pfizer baby food unit
Swiss food group Nestle is to buy drugmaker Pfizer's baby food business for $11.85 billion, beating out French rival Danone...
U.S. FDA says nanotech may need extra safety tests
U.S. health regulators said consumer products that use nanotechnology may have unknown effects on the human body, and advised...
Starbucks to phase out coloring from crushed beetles
Starbucks said on its blog that it will stop using a natural, government-approved coloring made from crushed beetles in its...
Fish oil supplements don't help MS patients: study
Many people with multiple sclerosis take fish oil pills with the hope of keeping neurological symptoms from getting worse,...
New warnings on Novartis MS pill in Europe and U.S.
European and U.S. regulators have backed the continued use of Novartis AG's multiple sclerosis pill Gilenya, one of the Swiss...
Think carrots, not candy as school snack: advocates
Junk food may soon be hard to buy at American public schools as the U.S. government readies new rules requiring healthier...
House panel okays $33 billion in food stamp cuts
A congressional panel approved about $33 billion in cuts over 10 years from food assistance programs in a partisan vote that...
Tuna recalled after salmonella outbreak in 20 states
Nearly 60,000 pounds of frozen tuna used in sushi is being recalled by a California company after it was linked to a salmonella...
Fast-food salt content varies by country: study
Fast food may often be high in salt, but the exact levels seem to vary based on the country you live in, according to a study...
Dioxin found in eggs from two more German farms
German authorities said on Friday the highly-poisonous chemical dioxin had been found above permitted levels in eggs from...
US poultry slaughter speedup draws protest
A plan to speed up processing lines at U.S. chicken and turkey plants while cutting the ranks of government inspectors at...
Canada cuts food inspectors despite recent outbreak
Four years after a deadly outbreak of food-borne illness killed nearly two dozen people, the Canadian government is cutting...
U.S. seeks voluntary antibiotic limits in livestock
U.S. regulators on Wednesday asked food producers to voluntarily stop using antibiotics in livestock to promote growth, as...
Dried fish recalled in U.S. on botulism fears
Eng Wholesale Inc is recalling dried mackerel and dried round scad after inspectors found the fish were not properly gutted,...
Faults seen in cancer study funding
It's well-known that clinical trials of cancer treatments often can't cover their costs. But a new study suggests that government-funded...
U.S. appeals court hears case of graphic tobacco ads
The U.S. government on Tuesday defended graphic tobacco labels and advertising that use pictures of rotting teeth and diseased...
Omega-3 pills may not help heart disease
Fish oil supplements may not do much to ward off heart attacks and strokes in people who already have heart disease, a new...
Hospitals pressured to end free baby formula
New parents leaving U.S. hospitals often take home a corporate gift along with their babies: a tote bag filled with infant...
Mom's obesity tied to kids' autism, development
A new study of mothers and children in California finds that kids born to obese women are more likely to be diagnosed with...
Bahrain activist moved to hospital after hunger strike
A jailed Bahraini activist who has been on hunger strike for 58 days was moved to a hospital and fed intravenously on Friday...
CORRECTION: Moderate exercise, quicker conception linked
Among women trying to get pregnant, moderate exercise is tied to more success, according to a new study. However, with exception...
Consumers often ignore food allergy labels: study
The different allergy labels in common use may be confusing consumers instead of helping them decide whether to buy a food...
Food prices rise further, raising fears of unrest
Global food prices rose in March for a third straight month with more hikes to come, the UN's food agency said on Thursday,...
Ammonia used in many foods, not just "pink slime"
Surprise rippled across America last month as a new wave of consumers discovered that hamburgers often contained ammonia-treated...
Diabetes continuing to spike in China
The more common type of diabetes in China grew by 30 percent in just seven years, according to a new survey of thousands...
Health agencies probe salmonella outbreak; sushi eyed
Health officials are investigating a salmonella outbreak that has sickened 90 people in several states, with sushi a possible...
German state finds dioxin in eggs, sees no danger
German authorities said on Wednesday the highly poisonous chemical dioxin had been discovered above permitted levels in eggs...
Death knell may sound for Canada's GMO pigs
Pigs that might have become the world's first genetically modified animals approved for human consumption may instead face...
Tokyo chefs swell with anger over new blowfish laws
With a scoop of a net Tokyo chef Naohito Hashimoto selects a poisonous blowfish, considered a delicacy in Japan, and with...
'Pink slime' beef processor files for bankruptcy
Ground beef processor AFA Foods filed for bankruptcy protection on Monday and said it plans to sell some or all of its assets,...
CORRECTION: Formula-fed babies don't always overeat: study
Babies given extra amino acids in their formula ate less and felt sated sooner than with regular cow's-milk formula, in a...
Formula-fed babies don't always overeat: study
Babies given extra amino acids in their formula ate less and felt sated sooner than with regular cow's-milk formula, in a...
FDA denies petition to ban common chemical BPA
U.S. health regulators denied a petition to ban a chemical used in water bottles, soup cans and other food and drink packaging...
Blood clot risk higher in heavy women
Middle-aged women who are overweight or obese run a higher risk of potentially dangerous blood clots, especially after surgery,...
"Pink slime" producer allows tour of plant
A maker of the hamburger filler branded by critics as "pink slime" on Thursday allowed three state governors supportive of...
Obesity drugs need heart studies, U.S. advisers say
Heart safety studies should be required for new obesity drugs, U.S. drug advisers said on Thursday, possibly adding a new...
Too little calcium, water linked to kidney stones
Older women whose diet include too little calcium or water -- or too much salt -- have an increased risk of developing kidney...
REFILE: Weight loss, exercise improve mobility in diabetes
Losing weight and improving fitness may ward off some of the mobility problems that older overweight people with type 2 diabetes...
Weight loss, exercise improve mobility in diabetes
Losing weight and improving fitness may ward off some of the mobility problems that older overweight people with type 2 diabetes...
Risk for some cancers rises with U.S. obesity rate
The total number of Americans dying from or diagnosed with cancer is falling, but certain cancers linked to obesity and inactivity...
Supreme court limits damages in HIV-infected pilot's case
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Wednesday that a pilot from San Francisco, whose status as HIV-infected was disclosed by...
Complicated link between diet drinks, health: study
Studies have hinted that diet-soda lovers could face higher risks of diabetes and heart disease, but new findings suggest...
Food security focus fuels new crop chemical worries
Scientists, environmentalists and farm advocates are pressing the question about whether rewards of the trend toward using...
Weight-loss surgery cut blood sugar more than drugs
Weight-loss surgery did a better job of controlling type 2 diabetes in overweight and moderately obese patients than the...
Chocolate lovers tend to weigh less: report
In a new study, people who ate chocolate a few times per week or more weighed less than those who rarely indulged in the...
EBay blocks sale of sorbitol after death in Italy
Online auction company EBay Inc said on Monday it had blocked global sales of sorbitol following the death of a medical patient...
Supreme court sets aside Myriad gene patent ruling
The Supreme Court set aside on Monday a ruling that Myriad Genetics Inc can patent two genes linked to breast and ovarian...
U.S. ponders heart safety trials for obesity drugs
U.S. health regulators are asking for advice on whether, and when, heart safety studies should be required for new obesity...
China diabetics raise stakes for healthcare reform
In 30 years, the Chinese people have gone from having barely enough to eat to worrying about spreading waistlines, leaving...
Scientist who coined 'Pink Slime' reluctant whistleblower
Every time someone calls former U.S. government scientist Gerald Zirnstein a whistleblower, he cringes a little. When he...
Student fitness improves with anti-obesity program
Obesity rates continue to climb in California schools, but exercise and nutrition programs may be having a positive effect...
Kroger joins rival grocers in rejecting "pink slime" beef
The biggest U.S. supermarket chain, Kroger Co, will stop buying the ammonia-treated beef product critics call "pink slime,"...
Swapping protein for sugar may help blood pressure
Overweight adults who replaced some of the sugar in their diets with protein saw their high blood pressure drop slightly...
FDA must remove antibiotics from animal feed: judge
A federal judge on Thursday ordered U.S. regulators to start proceedings to withdraw approval for the use of common antibiotics...
Cured meat tied to more COPD hospitalizations
Among people with COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, those who eat a lot of cured meats are more likely to end...
REFILE: Smoking is a drag on world economy: Tobacco Atlas
Smoking costs the world 1 to 2 percent of its gross domestic product each year and could kill about 1 billion people this...
Web-based program may help cancer fatigue
Cancer survivors who are still battling fatigue may find help from online counseling, a new clinical trial suggests. It's...
Smoking is a drag on world economy: Tobacco Atlas
Smoking costs the world 1 to 2 percent of its gross domestic product each year and could kill about 1 billion people this...
Omega-3 fat tied to less cancer-related fatigue
Breast cancer survivors who eat a healthy dose of omega-3 fats may have some extra energy throughout their day, a new study...
China bans "sex," "God" health supplement claims
China will ban health supplement makers from naming their products after sex, God or eternal life, state media said on Tuesday,...
Starbucks goes beyond coffee with first juice bar
Starbucks Corp opened the first store in its new Evolution Fresh juice bar chain on Monday, its biggest move outside coffee...
Antioxidants may not help people with Alzheimer's
Daily use of antioxidants including vitamin C and vitamin E didn't improve thinking and memory skills in people with Alzheimer's...
Coffee not linked to psoriasis
First it was beer, then it was cigarettes. Finally, researchers have found a vice that's not tied to psoriasis: coffee. In...
Blueberries and apples tied to lower diabetes risk
Eating more blueberries, apples and pears may be linked to lower risk of diabetes, according to a new U.S. study. These fruits...
Lethal "cocktail" threatens Africa's Sahel
Abdoulaye Mahamadou watches with a growing sense of trepidation as the new arrivals to his Niger desert village emerge every...
Program helps at-risk adults keep the weight off
Obese people who went through a weight-management program based at community health centers lost and kept off a couple more...
Sperm may feel the weight of extra pounds: study
Heavy men are more likely than their normal-weight peers to have low sperm counts or no sperm production at all, suggests...
Obese UK police officers face pay cuts
British police officers must prove their fitness in annual tests or have their pay docked after a survey found that 53 percent...
Clean your plate, save the world?
Cleaning your plate may not help feed starving children today, but the time-worn advice of mothers everywhere may help reduce...
Diseases from imported food on the rise: CDC
Food-borne disease outbreaks caused by imports seemed to rise in 2009 and 2010, with fish and spices the most common sources,...
Statins tied to slightly lower risk of Parkinson's
People taking statins have a slightly lower risk of developing Parkinson's disease than those not on the cholesterol-lowering...
Obese kids have hard time sticking to low-carb diet
When it comes to managing children's obesity, cutting portion sizes and cutting carbohydrates can work equally well -- though...
More support for passing on the red meat
People who eat a lot of red meat are more likely to die at any given time than those who go light on the burgers and hot...
Finding and riding the bicycle built for you
As fuel prices soar and the weather warms, more adults are rediscovering bicycling as a way to get fit, get around and rekindle...
FDA panel says pain drug trials should continue
A panel of advisers on Monday voted unanimously that companies such as Pfizer Inc and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc should...
Weight Watchers sees growth in slimming men
David Kirchhoff, chief executive officer of Weight Watchers International Inc, shed 35 pounds (15.9 kg) with his company's...
iPads may boost residents' efficiency: study
Giving iPads to doctors-in-training helped them be more efficient at ordering tests and procedures for their patients in...
Work burnout tied to "emotional eating"
Women who are fed up with their jobs may be more likely to turn to food for comfort in times of stress, a new study suggests....
Child injuries on US farms cost $1.4 billion a year
More than 26,000 kids and adolescents get injured on farms and ranches in the U.S. every year, racking up costs of more than...
Coke, Pepsi to alter caramel color ingredient
Coca-Cola Co and PepsiCo Inc are making changes to the production of an ingredient in their namesake colas to avoid the need...
FDA asked to treat superbugs like rare diseases
A research group is proposing a new tool in the fight against drug-resistant bacteria: turn infections into a rare disease....
US FDA warns breathable caffeine maker over label
U.S. regulators warned the maker of inhalable caffeine product AeroShot Pure Energy over false or misleading labeling, and...
BPA chemical may be tied to heart disease
People exposed to higher levels of Bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical widely used in food packaging, may have a slightly higher...
US regulators dispute finding of cancer-causing soda
U.S. regulators said soft drinks from PepsiCo Inc and Coca-Cola Co posed no health risk, contrary to a U.S. watchdog group...
Vitamin D tied to fewer stress fractures in girls
In a new study, girls and young women who got lots of vitamin D through their diet and supplements were half as likely to...
Disney closes controversial fat-fighting exhibit
Obesity experts on Friday applauded Walt Disney World for shuttering a new attraction that drew fierce criticism for its...
Slow, costly process stymies generic biotech drugs
One of the pledges of the Obama administration's healthcare overhaul was to enable cheaper copies of expensive biotech drugs,...
On-screen boozing tied to kids' binge drinking
How much drinking kids and teens had seen in recent movies was linked to the chances they overdid it on alcohol themselves...
Robotic surgeries costlier but safer: study
Patients who undergo robot-assisted surgeries on the kidneys or prostate have shorter hospital stays, a lower risk of getting...
Some U.S. women live far from maternity care
Some U.S. women, especially in the rural West, live more than an hour's drive from a hospital with maternity care, a new...
Global drug industry tightens anti-corruption code
The global pharmaceutical industry is tightening its code of practice in a bid to stamp out bribery and corruption, particularly...
Is chocolate really heart-healthy?
That heart-shaped box of chocolate you got for Valentine's just might have some benefits for your real heart, a new study...
Peer pressure drives spread of anorexia: study
Anorexia is a socially transmitted disorder and appears to be more prevalent in countries such as France where women are...
Super-human brain technology sparks ethics debate
A British ethics group has launched a debate on the ethical dilemmas posed by new technologies that tap into the brain and...
Tobacco health labels unconstitutional: U.S. judge
A U.S. judge sided with tobacco companies on Wednesday, ruling that regulations requiring large graphic health warnings on...
Coffee drinking not linked to chronic illnesses
Numerous studies of coffee's links to myriad diseases have provided head-spinning results, but a new paper finds java drinkers...
Clamor for obesity pill may test FDA limits
U.S. drug regulators may have a hard time stopping millions of overweight Americans from taking a new obesity drug that many...
Statin use tied to lower risk of depression: study
People with heart disease who take cholesterol-lowering statins may have a lower risk of depression than those who don't...
More drugs being approved for rare diseases in kids
A growing number of drugs are coming to market to help treat rare diseases in children, a new U.S. government study finds....
A prescription for corruption
According to a signal from the electronic tag around his ankle, Nenad Borojevic last left his apartment building at 6:25...
Early signs vitamin D might ease menstrual cramps
A small study suggests women plagued by menstrual cramps may find relief with vitamin D3, raising hopes that the dietary...
Pfizer buys vitamin C maker Emergen-C brands
Pfizer Inc on Monday said it had acquired privately held Alacer Corp, the largest U.S. maker of vitamin C products, bolstering...
Regeneca recalls dietary supplement
Regeneca Inc. is voluntarily recalling its single-capsule RegenErect dietary supplement because it contains an unlisted product...
Study supports soy cholesterol benefits for some
Despite past evidence suggesting that eating soy might only lower cholesterol in those whose bodies are able to convert it...
Pharma research not always more positive on drugs
Drugmaker-funded science isn't always more likely to favor new medicines than studies paid for by non-profits, according...
Roche says fake Avastin found in Syria in 2009
Swiss drugmaker Roche said on Friday that fake versions of its cancer drug Avastin had been found in Syria in 2009, three...
Study links high fiber to healthy gums in older vets
U.S. researchers who followed healthy male veterans for up to 24 years found that older men who ate more high-fiber fruits...
Company asks US experts to back its obesity drug
Proponents of a new obesity medication from Vivus Inc told U.S. reviewers on Wednesday that the drug's health benefits exceed...
Egyptian firm in fake Avastin scam proves elusive
The trail of counterfeit copies of the multibillion-dollar cancer drug Avastin leads to an address in a crowded Cairo suburb,...
Convicted murderer dies while on hunger strike in California
A 27-year-old convicted murderer has died while on a hunger strike to protest restrictions on access to health, good food,...
Obesity rates rise, threaten health in OECD nations
More people in developed countries are overweight or obese than ever before, dooming them to years of ill health, pushing...
Fructose not linked to extra weight gain: report
A little extra simple sugar in your diet probably won't make you pack on the pounds -- as long as you cut down on other carbs...
Study questions antidepressant-suicide link
The Food and Drug Administration has a blanket warning on antidepressant medications stating they increase the risk of suicidal...
In wasting children, a richer India sees "national shame"
Crying as she is put on an electronic scale, two-year-old Rajini's naked shriveled frame casts a dark shadow over a rising...
Modest hope for FDA approval of Vivus obesity drug
Hopes were raised slightly on Friday that U.S. health regulators could approve a weight-loss pill for the first time in 13...
Denmark's CareMed says shipped fake Avastin unwittingly
Danish drug distributor CareMed said it was an unwitting link in the journey of fake cancer medicine Avastin from Switzerland...
Diet soda tied to heart attack, stroke risks
Diet soda may benefit the waistline, but a new study suggests that people who drink it every day have a heightened risk of...
REFILE: 'Bad' cholesterol not the whole story in stroke?
While "bad" LDL cholesterol is infamous for its link to heart disease, some lesser known measures of blood fat may be more...
EU agency says weight-loss drugs risk acceptable
The European Medicines Agency has decided that the benefits of orlistat-containing weight loss drugs, including GlaxoSmithKline's...
Rice products may have high arsenic content: study
Significant levels of arsenic may be found in some prepared food products listing organic brown rice syrup as a sweetener...
Kids' diet counseling tied to better cholesterol
Kids who got regular diet counseling starting very early on ended up eating slightly less saturated fat and had lower "bad"...
'Bad' cholesterol not the whole story in stroke?
While "bad" LDL cholesterol is infamous for its link to heart disease, some lesser known measures of blood fat may be more...
Doctors scour drug supply after fake Avastin found
A U.S. distributor of phony vials of Roche's widely-used cancer drug Avastin aroused suspicion at doctor's offices as early...
Medicare expenses growing faster for obese seniors
Medicare is spending more money every year per person, and each obese beneficiary tacks on an extra $149 a year to that increase,...
Group program helps teen girls keep the weight off
A series of group meetings focused on improving diet, increasing physical activity and addressing mood and body image issues...
Kids' language issues tied to moms' low vitamin D
Mothers who had low vitamin D levels while they were pregnant are more likely to have a child with a language impairment...
Post-Grateful Dead player scores medical hit
For Jeff Chimenti, a rock keyboardist who plays with offshoots of the Grateful Dead, it has been anything but a "long strange...
Vitamin B and fish oil fail to prevent cancer-study
Among more than 2,500 people in France with a history of heart disease, taking B vitamins or omega-3 fatty acid supplements...
Want to lose weight? Trade sugary drinks for water
Swapping your soda for water -- or at least diet soda -- really can help you shed a few pounds, a new clinical trial finds....
India's sour food safety record
Bhim can't understand what he's done wrong. Before dawn every day he joins hundreds of wholesale traders at Delhi's Azadpur...
'Hunger hormone' could help chemo patients: study
A synthetic version of the "hunger hormone" ghrelin might help limit the loss of appetite that can come with cancer chemotherapy,...
Holiday weight gain affects active people too
Contrary to the belief that people who burn a lot of calories are less vulnerable to gaining weight, a new study finds they...
China probes "bouncing" boiled eggs
Chinese authorities are investigating eggs which bounce after being boiled and may make men sterile, state media reported...
U.S. FDA sets draft rules for biotech drug copies
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration's long-awaited guidelines for the sale of lower-cost versions of biotechnology drugs...
Teen weight loss program shows some benefit
A low-key, long term approach to teen weight loss produced modest benefits in a clinical trial, Australian researchers report,...
New plan to cut the fat of the military
Obese Americans in the military are a national security hazard and first lady Michelle Obama wants to see that change. Obama,...
US consumers want tougher probe of engineered salmon
Three U.S. consumer groups petitioned the Food and Drug Administration on Tuesday to subject a new genetically engineered...
Bread blamed for Americans' high salt intake
Nine out of 10 American adults consume too much salt and the leading culprit is not potato chips or popcorn but slices of...
Snack bars and junk food common in schools: study
About half of all elementary school students can buy potato chips, ice cream or similar snacks in vending machines and at...
Alcohol abuse higher among college students: study
U.S. college students seeking treatment for substance abuse are more likely to be having trouble with alcohol but less likely...
Behavior programs may cut child obesity risk
Programs that teach parenting skills early on may help prevent obesity in poor U.S. kids, a study published Monday suggests....
Walmart to label healthier food as "Great For You"
After a lengthy debate, Walmart decided that eggs are indeed healthy. Eggs are among the foods getting a new "Great For You"...
Fitness and 'fatness' both matter to the heart
Losing fitness or packing on fat with age each can be bad for the heart -- but avoiding either one of those fates may protect...
Orexigen, FDA agree on trial design for obesity drug
Orexigen Therapeutics Inc said it reached an agreement with U.S. health regulators on the design of a heart-safety trial...
Green tea drinkers show less disability with age
Elderly adults who regularly drink green tea may stay more agile and independent than their peers over time, a large study...
Smoking tied to higher psoriasis risk
Adding to the list of possible health consequences from smoking, a large study suggests that smokers have an increased risk...
"Yo-yo dieting" not tied to early death: study
Despite earlier concerns, dieters who repeatedly lose weight and then gain it back aren't at higher risk of early death than...
Taco Bell linked to October salmonella outbreak
Taco Bell has been linked to a salmonella outbreak that sickened 68 people in 10 states late last year. Taco Bell said in...
Moms' bossiness at snack time tied to kids' weight
Mothers who push their toddlers to eat more at snack time may end up with a heavier child, a new study suggests. Researchers...
Omega-3s tied to lower risk of heart arrhythmia
In a new study of some 3,000 older adults, those with the highest levels of omega-3 fatty acids in their blood were 30 percent...
Crackers recalled on egg allergens concerns
President Global Corp is recalling Bin-Bin Snow Rice Crackers 5.3-ounce packages and Bin-Bin Rice Crackers 15.8-ounce packages...
Crab-like robot built to remove stomach cancer
Inspired by Singapore's famous chilli crab dish, researchers have created a miniature robot with a pincer and a hook that...
Australia culls ducks in bid to stop bird flu outbreak
Australia on Wednesday was in the process of killing 24,000 ducks in the hope of stemming an outbreak of bird flu that led...
Weight loss may prevent leaky bladder in diabetes
Overweight women with diabetes may be able to cut their risk of urine leakage if they shed some pounds, a new study suggests....
No big Fukushima health impact seen: U.N. official
The health impact of last year's Fukushima nuclear disaster in Japan appears relatively small thanks partly to prompt evacuations,...
Eating fish tied to lower risk of colon polyps
Women who eat about three servings of fish per week have a somewhat lower chance of having polyps found during a routine...
Global food prices easing: World Bank
Global food prices are set to decline further in 2012 as a weaker world economy dampens consumer demand while food supplies...
Frito-Lay chips not "all natural": lawsuit
A New York man sued Frito-Lay on Monday, claiming the company misleads consumers with the claim its popular Tostitos and...
Study clouds evidence on soy and menopause
Middle-aged women may find some relief from hot flashes and other menopause problems with soy supplements, according to Chinese...
"Spam" linked to diabetes risk in Native Americans
In a new study, American Indians who frequently ate processed meat that comes in a can - a common food on reservations and...
Don't blame C-sections for fat kids: study
Kids born by Cesarean section are no more likely to become obese than if they are born vaginally, a new study concludes....
Gel lubricant reduces pain during vaginal exams
Next time you get a vaginal exam, you might want to ask your doctor to use a lubricant gel. According to a new study, three...
Calories count, but not where they come from: study
Sticking to diets with strict proportions of fat, carbs and protein may not be more effective for people who want to lose...
Big Pharma donates drugs for neglected diseases
The world's major pharmaceutical companies joined forces with governments and leading global health organizations Monday...
Spike in deaths blamed on 2003 NYC power outage
The biggest electricity blackout to occur in the United States resulted in 90 additional deaths in New York City, caused...
Kids' health predicts parents' future heart disease
When children have high cholesterol or blood pressure, their parents may have increased risks of diabetes and heart disease...
Drinking black tea may cut blood pressure
People who enjoy drinking black tea throughout the day may get the added benefit of a slight reduction in their blood pressure,...
USDA sets guidelines for healthier school meals
School meals for millions of children will be healthier under obesity-fighting U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards...
Device makers urge coverage of weight-loss surgery
Device manufacturers are pushing the U.S. government and health insurers to cover weight-loss surgery, an effort that could...
FDA clears more orange juice imports
Health regulators cleared more orange juice imports from five countries after testing for the fungicide carbendazim, but...
Overweight linked to acne in teen girls
Overweight girls in their late teens were twice as likely as their normal-weight peers to report having a lot of acne in...
FDA: OJ from 5 nations has safe fungicide levels
Samples of imported orange juice from five countries were found to contain safe levels of the fungicide carbendazim, U.S....
U.S. indoor tanning tax having mixed effects
Although a 2010 federal excise tax was meant to deter customers from using indoor tanning salons, only a minority of the...
Plant compounds tied to fewer heart deaths
Older adults who get a moderate amount of certain plant compounds in their diets are less likely to die of heart disease...
Packaging may pump-up kids' sunscreen use
Kids using a pump dispenser applied the most sunscreen in a new Australian study, but they still used less than half the...
Tall? That may be good news for your heart: study
Tall men are less likely than shorter ones to develop heart failure, suggests a new study of U.S. doctors. The finding doesn't...
Russia bans imports of Dutch meat over new virus
Russia has banned imports of sheep and goat meat and live animals from the Netherlands following an outbreak of a new virus...
U.S. celebrity chef Deen says she has diabetes
U.S. celebrity chef Paula Deen, best known for her high-calorie Southern cooking featured in cookbooks and on popular Food...
Long term, gastric bypass beats out banding: study
Among weight-loss surgery options, gastric bypass comes with more complications shortly after surgery than gastric banding,...
Florida's Rexall recalls vitamins over shellfish fears
Florida drugstore chain Rexall Inc is recalling softgel vitamins because their mislabeled bottles contain tablets made from...
Little change in U.S. obesity rates in recent years
The number of kids and adults in the United States who are obese has held steady over the last few years, two reports out...
Vitamin D doesn't ease lung disease symptoms: study
In a new study of people with moderate or severe lung disease, taking large amounts of vitamin D was not linked to any symptom...
Conquering the chilly workouts of winter
The short days, the weak sun, and the warm beds of winter can wreak havoc on your fitness routine. As the outside temperature...
PepsiCo says finds trace fungicide in orange juice
PepsiCo Inc said company tests of its Tropicana orange juice showed low levels of a potentially dangerous fungicide, but...
Smaller servings mean more balanced meals for kids
Feeding preschoolers smaller portions of the main dish at lunchtime means they'll eat more fruit and vegetables on the side...
FDA releases Canada OJ results, more due next week
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday that final tests of three samples of Canadian orange juice have come...
Cancer drug gets stronger label warning
Seattle Genetics Inc said it found a second instance of a patient on its cancer drug Adcetris developing a deadly brain infection,...
Magnesium-rich diet tied to lower stroke risk
A fresh look at past research concludes that people who eat lots of greens and other foods rich in magnesium have fewer strokes...
China investigating dairy firm after baby's death: Xinhua
China's commerce regulators are investigating dairy company Synutra International, after a baby died from allegedly drinking...
Frequent eating tied to less weight gain in girls
Girls who ate frequent meals and snacks put on fewer pounds and gained fewer inches to their waistlines over the next decade...
Rip Roarin' Crab Soup recalled over allergy worries
Blount Fine Foods is recalling some of its Rip Roarin' Crab Soup sold in 16-ounce cups because it contains undeclared milk,...
Sugary soda ups risky fat deposits
Drinking a liter of regular cola every day increases the amount of fat in the liver and in the muscles and surrounding the...
FDA clears Canada OJ, holds other imports for tests
U.S. health regulators will soon release a batch of orange juice imports from Canada, the first supplies to enter the country...
Red wine-heart research slammed with fraud charges
A University of Connecticut researcher who studied the link between aging and a substance found in red wine has committed...
Frequent red meat eaters at higher risk of stroke
A high-protein diet might benefit health in some ways, but depending on what kind of protein a person consumes, it could...
Natural trans fat may not boost 'bad' cholesterol
The artificial trans fats that once abounded in processed foods have become notorious for their undesirable effects on cholesterol...
US FDA tests threaten Brazil orange juice imports
Fears that the U.S. might ban imports of orange juice from Brazil drove orange juice futures to an all-time high on Tuesday...
Gear, water likely caused Listeria outbreak: report
The listeriosis outbreak traced to cantaloupes that killed 30 people last year was likely caused by a Colorado farm's new...
New York anti-obesity ads pair soda, leg amputations
A diabetic man with a penchant for sugary drinks who lost his legs to amputation is the latest posterboy in the city's hard-hitting...
Stick with PKU therapy before pregnancy: study
For women with the rare genetic disorder phenylketonuria, a new study highlights the importance of sticking with therapy...
Most milk in India contaminated or diluted
Indians may think twice before gulping down a glass of milk after the country's food safety regulator found most samples...
Study needed on shale gas effects on public: group
The public health effects of shale gas development need to be rigorously studied as production rapidly spreads in the United...
Novartis issues recall on Excedrin, Bufferin
The U.S. unit of Novartis AG on Sunday issued a nationwide U.S. recall of certain bottled versions of Excedrin and Bufferin,...
B vitamins may modestly boost memory
Older adults who took vitamin B12 and folic acid supplements for two years had greater improvements on short- and long-term...
Don't believe hype about robot prostatectomy: study
Older men considering robotic surgery for prostate cancer shouldn't trust the rosy ads promoting the expensive technology...
Diabetes in pregnancy, poverty linked to ADHD
Babies born to poor mothers with pregnancy-related diabetes have an extra-high risk of developing attention-deficit/hyperactivity...
Sugary drinks tied to breastfed kids' weight
Babies who were breastfed longest and drank few or no sugary beverages were about half as likely to be obese as kids who...
China probes another report of fake cooking oil
A factory in southern China is being investigated after reports it sold tons of adulterated cooking oil, which was possibly...
Fewer heart attacks seen after weight-loss surgery
In a new study of obese Swedes, those who had weight-loss surgery were less likely to go on to suffer a heart attack or stroke,...
US FDA prohibits class of antibiotics in animals
U.S. health regulators on Wednesday banned a class of antibiotics that are prevalent in animal feed to prevent the rise of...
"Alarming malnutrition" in Sudan conflict zones: UN
The United Nations has received alarming reports of malnutrition in two Sudanese border states where the army is fighting...
Soy may not protect against stomach cancer
Estrogen-like compounds that come with a soy-rich diet are sometimes linked to a reduced risk of cancer, but new research...
Give slim kids higher marks, says French diet guru
Pierre Dukan, the nutritionist behind the popular but controversial Dukan diet, has suggested that France tackle child obesity...
Calories, not protein, matter most for fat gain
When it comes to packing on body fat, how many calories you eat seems to count more than where those calories come from --...
Lean beef OK for certain diets: study
People using a diet centered on fruits and vegetables to lower their cholesterol may be able to introduce lean beef and get...
Fruit, veggie lovers not immune to weight gain
A large new European study finds that simply eating a lot of fruits and vegetables may not be enough to stave off the weight...
Chinese city finds cancer-causing fungi in food
Chinese food safety regulators in the southern city of Shenzhen have found carcinogenic mildew in peanuts and cooking oil,...
Milk intake in teens tied to later prostate cancer
Older Icelandic men who remember chugging a lot of milk in their teens are three times as likely to be diagnosed with advanced...
Winn-Dixie recalls green beans; may contain peanuts
Winn Dixie Stores Inc has recalled some cans of its Winn-Dixie brand Italian green beans that may inadvertently contain peanuts,...
Statins tied to lower risk of fatal prostate cancer
In a new study of middle-aged New Jersey men, taking cholesterol-lowering drugs was linked to a lower chance of dying from...
Red meat lovers have more kidney cancer
People who eat lots of red meat may have a higher risk of some types of kidney cancer, suggests a large U.S. study. Researchers...
China jails six for selling chemical-tainted pork
A Chinese court has jailed six people for producing and selling chemical-tainted pork, state media said on Wednesday, the...
Heavy D death caused by pulmonary embolism
The sudden death in November of rapper Heavy D was due to a pulmonary embolism caused by deep leg vein thrombosis, the Los...
Third infant infected as U.S. probes baby formula
A third infant in the United States has tested positive for the infection that led to the death of one infant, sickened another...
Teen obesity tied to poor mom-child relationship
Toddlers who have poor relationships with their moms are more likely to pack on extra pounds as they grow up, a new U.S....
Obesity linked to older adults' risk of falls
Obese older adults may be more likely than their thinner peers to suffer a potentially disabling fall -- though the most...
Kradjian cheese recalled on Listeria fears
Kradjian Importing Co is recalling 231 cases of Canadian cheese because they could be contaminated with Listeria bacteria,...
China's Mengniu says destroys tainted milk
China Mengniu Dairy Co Ltd, the nation's biggest dairy firm, said it had destroyed milk found to be contaminated with a cancer-causing...
Holiday recalls hit snack makers, alfalfa producer
Two U.S. food makers have voluntarily recalled snacks contaminated by peanuts, while another firm increased its recall of...
Mead Johnson says retesting shows Enfamil is safe
Mead Johnson said on Sunday that a new round of testing of samples of its Enfamil baby formula, under investigation by health...
Sirocco Enterprises recalls cocktail mix on allergy fears
Sirocco Enterprises, Inc is recalling bottles of Bloody Mary cocktail mix because it contains soy and wheat not listed on...
Leukemia patients at greatest risk of listeriosis
People with certain conditions, including leukemia, other cancers and pregnancy, are at the greatest risk of getting sick...
Green Valley alfalfa sprouts recalled on salmonella risk
Green Valley Food Corp. is recalling 650 cases of alfalfa sprouts distributed in Texas because of possible salmonella contamination,...
Where's the Beef: U.S. beef consumption in decline
For the past decade, cattle ranchers and meat packers watched with despair as America's beef consumption steadily declined,...
Ice cream dippers recalled over impact hazard
The Pampered Chef, of Addison, Ill., is voluntarily recalling about 20,000 ice cream dippers because the cap and seal can...
Lower asthma risk in chubby tots who slim down
Overweight preschoolers who keep the extra pounds have a heightened asthma risk at age seven, but the baby fat doesn't seem...
Moms' pesticide exposure tied to infection in kids
A new report links remnants of a once-common pesticide to lung infections and wheezing in kids exposed to the chemical before...
Vitamin D has mixed effects on cancer, broken bones
Extra vitamin D and calcium may offer some protection against fractures in elderly people, but have little or no impact on...
Celery seed recalled on salmonella fears
B&M Inc is recalling O Organics Organic Celery Seed sold in Safeway Inc stores because of possible salmonella contamination,...
India targets hunger with huge food subsidy plan
India's cabinet agreed on Sunday to tackle widespread malnutrition with food subsidies for two-thirds of the country's 1.2...
Hannaford supermarkets in Northeast recalling ground beef
The Hannaford supermarket chain, which has stores in New England and New York, is recalling ground beef with a sell-by date...
Hunger stalks U.S. cities as poverty rises: study
A growing number of families in the United States are struggling to put food on the table as poverty rises in major cities,...
Rice cakes recalled over undeclared egg
Rhee Bros Inc is recalling eight-ounce packages of Assi brand Korean rice cakes because they contain undeclared egg, the...
Orangutans shed light on obesity in people
In lush times, orangutans on the island of Borneo gorge themselves on forest fruits, packing on extra pounds in preparation...
Experimental diet drug keeps weight off for 2 years
An experimental diet drug seems to help some obese people shed pounds, and keep them off for two years, researchers report....
A little reward might get kids to eat veggies
If your preschooler turns her nose up at vegetables, giving her a small reward for taking even a taste might help, a new...
Pacific International recalls cilantro on salmonella fears
Pacific International Marketing is recalling 6,141 cartons of cilantro because of potential contamination by salmonella,...
Professional chefs visit schools to promote healthy eating
"Who likes granola?" chef Michael Selig yelled to the auditorium crammed with Arkansas elementary students. The children...
Stairs can get you there faster than elevators
If you think you don't have time to take the stairs, you may be out of an excuse, according to a study published Monday....
Gene therapy proves effective for hemophilia B
A single treatment with gene therapy, an experimental technique for fixing faulty genes, has been shown to boost output of...
Ancient human bedding used for pest control: study
Almost 80,000 years before humans began using chemical sprays to control insect pests, Africans were using mattresses made...
Vitamin D doesn't prevent heart attack or cancer
Among seniors with a high risk of bone fractures, taking vitamin D or calcium pills has no impact on their chances of dying...
Some cereals pack more sugar than cookies: study
A bowl of some popular brands of breakfast cereal contains more sugar than three chocolate chip cookies, according to a study...
Obese pregnant women can safely diet: study
Obese pregnant women can safely limit their weight gain by watching what they eat, an analysis of several clinical trials...
Vermont keeps title of healthiest state in report
Vermont has again been named the healthiest state in the nation, topping the list for a fifth straight year thanks in part...
Cesium found in milk powder made by Japan's Meiji
Japan's Meiji Holdings said on Tuesday that radioactive cesium was found in infant milk powder made by the food and dairy...
Areva to monitor health of Niger mine workers
Areva said on Tuesday it would monitor the health of thousands of workers and residents exposed to its uranium mine sites...
China probe finds yogurt poisoning likely deliberate
Chinese police believe a child who died after drinking a Coca Cola-made yogurt drink was probably the victim of deliberate...
Recess and PE policies mean more activity for kids
According to a new nationwide survey of elementary school principals, kids are more likely to get the recommended amount...
Chocolate helps you grow? EU sifts the evidence
A European Union committee approved more than 200 health claims Monday for use on food products, which could offer a competitive...
Stem cell therapy poised to come in from the cold
A rogue surgeon injects stem cells from a fetus into a sick man's brain. The cells morph and form body parts. When the man...
McDonald's toy sale skirts Happy Meal restrictions
McDonald's Corp is skirting a new San Francisco law that aims to curb toy giveaways in sugar- and fat-laden restaurant meals...
Low "good" cholesterol doesn't cause heart attacks
Despite plenty of evidence that people with low levels of "good" cholesterol are more prone to heart attacks, a large new...
Cranberry juice may help ward off kids' UTIs
After getting a urinary tract infection, kids in Finland had fewer recurring infections over the next year when they drank...
Medicare to cover obesity counseling, screening
The U.S. Medicare program for the elderly will cover counseling for obesity in an effort to reduce the condition that has...
Arsenic levels in fruit juice spark concern
Arsenic levels in some juice samples exceed allowable limits for water and have renewed concerns about the safety of popular...
More fruits and veggies don't help lung disease
Adding extra daily servings of fruits and vegetables didn't improve lung function or other markers of lung health in people...
Facebook apologizes for Merck homepage mix-up
Facebook Inc said on Monday that it made a mistake in letting Merck & Co take over a page on the social networking website...
Low vitamin D linked to heart disease, death
In people with low blood levels of vitamin D, boosting them with supplements more than halved a person's risk of dying from...
Mediterranean-ish diet tied to better heart health
Once again, eating a diet based on fish, legumes, vegetables and moderate amounts of alcohol is linked to lower chances of...
Moderate drinking tied to lower diabetes risk
Middle aged women who eat a lot of refined carbs might offset their risk of type 2 diabetes by drinking a moderate amount...
Safety data favors less-invasive weight-loss surgery
Minimally-invasive weight-loss procedures seem to be safer than open bariatric surgery, according to researchers who analyzed...
Choline-rich diet tied to sharper memory
People who get plenty of choline in their diets may perform better on memory tests, and be less likely to show brain changes...
No surprise: teens eat too little fruit, vegetables
A third of high school students do not eat vegetables each day and more than a fourth do not always have a daily serving...
Too much or too little salt tied to heart risks
A new study suggests that in people with heart disease, eating too much salt is linked to a higher risk of heart-related...
Coffee drinkers show lower uterine cancer risk
Women who down four or more cups of coffee a day may have a reduced risk of developing cancer in the lining of their uterus,...
Underweight people at higher risk after surgery
People who are underweight have a 40 percent higher risk of dying in the first month after surgery than patients who are...
Tropical oils don't boost some heart risk markers
Tropical oils may be sources of saturated fat, but a small study suggests that they do not boost certain markers of trouble...
Your sperm are what you eat, study suggests
When it comes to in vitro fertilization, well-fed sperm are happy sperm, according to a new study that found what men eat...
Overweight people eat fewer meals than others
Normal weight adults, including those who had lost a lot of weight and kept it off, ate more often than overweight people...
Three million Afghans face hunger as winter looms: aid groups
Up to three million people in Afghanistan are facing hunger, malnutrition and disease after a severe drought wiped out their...
House protects pizza as a vegetable
The House of Representatives dealt a blow to childhood obesity warriors on Thursday by passing a bill that abandons proposals...
Soy eaters may have lower rates of lung cancer
People who eat a lot of unfermented soy products like tofu may have a smaller chance of getting lung cancer, a fresh look...
Life-saving prescriptions lagging in heart patients
More than one in five people with heart disease aren't getting life-saving statin drugs despite guidelines saying they should,...
Can weight loss reset health risks in heavy kids?
Overweight children who shed their excess pounds in adulthood don't face a higher risk of obesity-related health problems,...
Gold miners denied silicosis checks: lawyer
A lawyer for hundreds of former South African gold miners accused their ex-employers on Wednesday of failing to provide access...
More fruit tied to lower risk of uterine fibroids
In a study of more than 20,000 black women in the U.S., those who said they ate two or more servings of fruit each day were...
Healthcare is second-most important issue: survey
Healthcare and the national deficit tied as the second-most important issue after job creation in the 2012 U.S. presidential...
Green tea shows small effect on cholesterol
Green tea, in a cup or a capsule, may shave off a few points of your "bad" cholesterol, a new research review suggests. Looking...
Stem cell research: win some, lose some
A decision by one of the biggest names in stem cell research to throw in the towel will not stop other pioneering work that...
Fruit fight: Kiwi tops apple in blood pressure study
An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but three kiwis could lower your blood pressure. A study presented at the American...
Palm olein may be less heart-friendly than thought
Palm olein, a liquid form of palm oil used in cooking and baking, has been considered neutral in its effects on cholesterol...
Sprouted seed firms should improve safety-EU watchdog
Producers of sprouted seeds should tighten safety measures along the production chain as the ready-to-eat food can cause...
US study doubting niacin's heart effects challenged
A high-profile U.S. study that raised doubts about the heart-protective effects of niacin came under severe criticism on...
Is cheese better than butter for heart health?
Doctors and nutritionists have long recommended avoiding all animal fats to trim cholesterol, but Danish researchers report...
Black bean tortillas recalled from four California stores
United Natural Foods, Inc. is recalling black bean tortillas shipped to four California stores because of possible contamination...
Early sexual abuse increases heart risks
Women who were repeatedly sexually abused as girls have a 62 percent higher risk of heart problems later in life compared...
US panel advises testing children for cholesterol
Children from ages 9 to 11 should be routinely screened for high cholesterol so that action can be taken to avoid the development...
Could too much iron be a bad thing for babies?
In a new study from Chile, infants who already had high levels of hemoglobin proteins in their blood and were fed iron-fortified...
Petri dish to dinner plate, in-vitro meat coming soon
Scientists are cooking up new ways of satisfying the world's ever-growing hunger for meat. "Cultured meat" -- burgers or...
Starbucks buys juice company, starts new chain
Starbucks Corp said it plans to open a health and wellness-focused chain next year after its acquisition of Evolution Fresh,...
Big belly before pregnancy may mean extra-big baby
Women who have large waistlines before pregnancy may be more likely to have a larger-than-normal newborn than women who are...
CORRECTION: Fiber-loving teens have lower heart, diabetes risks
Teenagers who eat a lot of fiber-rich foods, such as vegetables and whole grains, are less likely to have risk factors for...
Drug helps fat monkeys slim down - are people next?
An experimental drug that chokes off the blood supply to fat cells helped obese monkeys slim down, a sign that it may work...
Web program doesn't help kids keep the weight off
A series of interactive computer exercises designed to encourage healthy eating and physical activity didn't keep middle...
Study sees no folic acid, asthma link
Taking folic acid during pregnancy may not boost the risk of your child developing asthma or allergies later in life, according...
Behavioral therapy for obesity may help family too
When obese people lose weight with behavioral therapy, their family members may get a bit trimmer as well, a new study suggests....
New review questions benefit of cutting down on salt
Reducing salt in the diets of the general population may not have an overall positive health impact, according to a review...
Fiber-loving teens have lower heart, diabetes risks
Teenagers who eat a lot of fiber-rich foods, such as vegetables and whole grains, are less likely to have risk factors for...
No link between selenium, lower lung cancer risk
Despite some evidence tying the mineral selenium to a reduced risk of lung cancer, a new long-term study sees no connection...
U.S. food lobby fighting hard to defend kid ads
Some of the world's biggest food companies won a partial victory in a battle over junk food advertising for children and...
REFILE: U.S. judge blocks graphic cigarette labels
A federal judge blocked a U.S. rule requiring tobacco companies to display graphic images on cigarette packs, such as a man...
School soda bans don't cut kids' consumption
Kids down a similar amount of soda and other sugary drinks whether or not their schools ban the beverages, suggests a new...
Heavy metals pollute a tenth of China's farmland
About one tenth of China's farmland is polluted by lead, zinc and other heavy metals to "striking" levels exceeding official...
U.S. judge blocks graphic cigarette labels
A federal judge on Monday blocked a U.S. rule requiring tobacco companies to display graphic images on cigarette packs, such...
Foremost Foods recalls some seafood products
Foremost Foods International Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of some Pangasinan brand smoked seafood products over botulism...
Pale-faced Mars crew "lands" after 520 days in isolation
Pale-faced but smiling, the crew of a long-duration isolation study emerged bleary-eyed to a flood of daylight and applause...
Commercial diet schemes better than doctors' help
Commercial weight-loss programs such as Weight Watchers and Slimming World are more effective and cheaper than family doctor-based...
More evidence obesity tied to colon cancer
Older adults who are heavy, especially around the middle, seem to have a higher risk of developing colon cancer than their...
Obesity, inactivity tied to common colon disease
Women who don't exercise or who are overweight are slightly more likely to be hospitalized for a common disorder of the large...
Death toll from Listeria outbreak rises to 29
The death toll linked to Listeria-contaminated cantaloupe in the United States rose to 29 as another death was reported,...
Bio Gaudiano olives recalled on botulism fears
Italy's Bio Gaudiano is recalling organic olives stuffed with almonds because of possible contamination by botulism bacteria,...
In developing world, poor still means thin
Although "first-world" health problems like obesity and heart disease are gaining ground in developing nations, a new study...
"Freshman 15" weight gain is a myth: study
The idea that college freshmen gain an average of 15 pounds in their first year of school is a myth -- the average is really...
Millions at risk in North Korea food crisis: UNICEF
Millions of children and women of child-bearing age in North Korea face malnutrition which can leave them at higher risk...
Prawns, chips recalled on allergy, bacteria fears
Three companies are recalling prawns, soy burgers and kale chips because of allergy concerns, and Rite Aid Corp is pulling...
Firms to charge smokers, obese more for healthcare
Like a lot of companies, Veridian Credit Union wants its employees to be healthier. In January, the Waterloo, Iowa-company...
Will money follow cantaloupe Listeria outbreak?
Debbie Frederick hopes that her father's death in September in one of the most lethal outbreaks of food-borne illness in...
Soft drink makers target children and teens: study
U.S. children and teenagers are seeing far more soda advertising than before, with blacks and Hispanics being major targets,...
Would-be fat-fighter Hoodia nothing but side effects
A new Unilever report reveals why the consumer goods giant chose to pull the plug on the alleged fat-fighting supplement...
Iowa firm recalls ice cream with undeclared wheat
Wells Enterprises Inc, is voluntarily recalling a limited number of packages of its Blue Bunny Personals ice cream because...
Do EU summits need a health warning?
In the small hours of Thursday, George Papandreou thanked his aides for helping clinch a second bailout deal for debt-ridden...
Steroid medications tied to vitamin D deficiency
People who use oral steroid medications may be at greater-than-average risk of a serious vitamin D deficiency, a new study...
Tons of pine nuts recalled in Salmonella outbreak
Wegmans Food Markets Inc. is recalling about 2.5 tons of Turkish pine nuts linked to an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis,...
Soy supplement may improve crow's feet
An experimental supplement derived from soy may help postmenopausal women smooth their "crow's feet" a bit, a small pilot...
Death toll from Listeria outbreak rises to 28
The death toll linked to Listeria-contaminated cantaloupes in the United States has climbed to 28, the Centers for Disease...
Frozen egg product recalled due to Salmonella fear
American Egg Products of Blackshear, Ga., is recalling five-pound cartons of frozen egg product because they may be contaminated...
Living near fast food joints may not up weight
Adults who live close to fast food restaurants may not weigh any more than the rest of us, a new study suggests. The findings,...
Mediterranean diet tied to better fertility
Women who eat a Mediterranean-style diet -- high in fruits, vegetables, fish and whole grains -- are less likely to have...
It's never too late to lose weight, study hints
Teens who are overweight or obese have higher chances of dying from heart disease down the line, but that extra risk virtually...
Shunning water linked to high blood sugar
People who drink less than a couple of glasses of water each day may be more likely to develop abnormally high blood sugar,...
Yemen unrest likely to worsen shortage of food: UN
Yemen is at risk of falling into a deeper humanitarian crisis akin to Somalia's descent as political unrest has made it more...
Minnesota eggs recalled in Salmonella probe
Larry Schultz Organic Farm of Owatonna, Minnesota, is recalling organic eggs after at least six people became ill from salmonellosis,...
Extra calcium not likely to help teens lose weight
Despite previous studies hinting that calcium may help people lose weight, it doesn't seem to help teenagers shed pounds,...
U.N. sees no respite in North Korea food crisis
North Korea can expect no respite from harvest shortfalls that have left a third of its children under five malnourished,...
More people poisoned by wild mushrooms in Northeast
It has been a banner year for wild mushrooms in the Northeast, thanks to Hurricane Irene and heavy autumn rains. While that...
Congress to probe Listeria in cantaloupes
Lawmakers in the House of Representatives plan to investigate what caused a deadly food poisoning outbreak in cantaloupes...
Seven months on, Japan yet to set evacuation plans
Japanese nuclear experts are considering widening the evacuation zone in the event of a nuclear disaster, more than seven...
Group urges Energy Star-like labels for U.S. food
U.S. agencies should create a new, unified nutrition rating system, using symbols on the front of food and drink packaging...
Move to better area tied to less diabetes
They say "You are what you eat." Maybe it should also be, "You are where you live." A new study has found that the affluence...
Consumer groups say junk food ads mislead teens
Four consumer and privacy groups accused PepsiCo, which owns Frito-Lay, of being deceptive in advertising to teenagers by...
Dirty facility tied to deadly U.S. melons
Unsanitary conditions at a packing plant that handled fresh cantaloupes from a Colorado farm likely contributed to one of...
Exercise may not limit pregnancy weight gain
Exercising during pregnancy was safe for both moms and babies in a new study of heavy women in Brazil, but fitness classes...
US death toll from tainted cantaloupes rises to 25
Two more people in the United States have died from a listeria outbreak caused by tainted cantaloupes linked to a Colorado...
Hospital safety practices unrelated to outcomes
Whether or not trauma centers meet national safety standards says little about a patient's risk of dying or getting an infection...
EU court bars stem cell patents if embryos destroyed
Europe's top court has banned patenting any stem-cell process that involves destroying a human embryo, dealing what some...
Weight loss after surgery seen in patient's family
People who have weight loss surgery aren't alone in slimming down after the procedure -- family members do so, too, a study...
Ailing and overweight Americans cost billions
Full-time U.S. workers who have chronic health troubles or are overweight cost more than $153 billion in lost productivity...
Honey memory boost too sweet to be true?
A daily spoonful of Malaysian honey may boost postmenopausal women's memory, researchers say in a new report that aims to...
Report links kidney stones and gallstones
People who have had a kidney stone seem to have a heightened risk of gallstones -- and vice versa, according to a new study....
Weight loss bypass surgery may muffle temptation
People who've had gastric bypass surgery might make healthier eating choices than those who opt for the weight loss procedure...
Osamu recalls frozen tuna over histamine
Osamu Corp is recalling up to 1,800 cases of frozen ground tuna because of histamine that has sickened three people who ate...
Lawmakers attack plan to limit food ads to kids
Republican lawmakers on Wednesday attacked an Obama administration proposal for limiting food advertising to children even...
Flaxseed may not cool hot flashes
Despite some promising early evidence, a new clinical trial suggests that flaxseed may not ease menopausal hot flashes after...
To push clean cookstoves, involve the cooks: report
Clean cookstoves that burn more efficiently and channel smoke outside could save millions of lives around the world, but...
Brewers yeast tablets recalled for milk allergens
A dietary supplement sold throughout the United States may pose a risk to consumers with milk allergies, federal officials...
More trans fat during pregnancy tied to bigger baby
Pregnant women who down trans fats from snack foods, fast food and other less-than-ideal fare may give birth to bigger babies,...
Festival cheer rings diabetes alarm for Indians
It's festival season in India, with the celebrations providing a perfect opportunity for family outings, late-night parties...
Eating solid foods early doesn't affect baby growth
Infants raised on formula who are introduced to solid foods before four months of age tend to gain more weight within the...
FTC weakens proposals for food ads to children
A government regulator that is part of a working group concerned about junk food ads to children will announce on Wednesday...
Vitamin E tied to higher risk of prostate cancer
Men taking daily vitamin E were more likely to get prostate cancer than those not taking the dietary supplement in a new...
Folic acid in pregnancy tied to better toddler talk
Women who took folic acid supplements in the first two months of pregnancy were less likely to have kids with severe language...
Chocolate lovers have fewer strokes, study finds
A sweet tooth isn't necessarily bad for your health-- at least not when it comes to chocolate, hints a new study. Researchers...
Multivitamins no fountain of youth for US women
Women taking multivitamins don't live longer than those who get their nutrients from food alone, a new U.S. study shows....
Food prices to be even more volatile, U.N. says
Food prices are likely to become more volatile in coming years, increasing the risk that more poor people in import-dependent...
Kids of obese mothers have higher risk of asthma
Pregnant women who are obese are more likely to have children with asthma than are mothers of normal weight, a large study...
Obesity rate declines slightly, study finds
The percentage of Americans of "normal weight" has slightly increased in the past year, but overweight and obese people still...
Antioxidants tied to mixed effects in breast cancer
Breast cancer patients who take antioxidants may have an increased or decreased risk of death or recurrent cancer, depending...
Report questions weight-loss approach
Researchers this week said there's not much evidence to support a common theory behind weight-loss programs known as the...
NY company recalls cantaloupes over listeria fears
A New York-based company is recalling about 4,800 packages of fresh cantaloupe and mixed fruit containing cantaloupe because...
Supplement users often get ample minerals in diet
People who take dietary supplements to boost their intake of minerals tend also to get more nutrients from their food than...
Healthy diet tied to fewer birth defects
Women who eat a better diet leading up to pregnancy are less likely to have babies with birth defects, according to a new...
Drunk Dutch drivers must fit "alcolocks" to cars
Dutch drivers caught operating a car while massively over the legal alcohol limit will be forced to fit their cars with "alcolocks"...
Behavioral therapies work for weight loss: review
Diet changes, exercise and other behavioral tactics do help obese adults shed some pounds -- with or without the help of...
Four Loko drink cans to show true alcohol content
Super-sized Four Loko drinks, beloved by college students as a "blackout in a can," have the same amount of alcohol as four...
Christie White House bid talk spurs obesity debate
he once exaggerated that he was 550 pounds. But he has not disclosed his actual weight. That hasn't stopped an onslaught...
US listeria outbreak kills 15, infects 84: CDC
A listeria outbreak caused by tainted cantaloupes has killed 15 people in the United States and infected 84, U.S. health...
Allergies linked to baby's birthplace, gut bugs
Where and how a baby is born might affect its chances of getting allergies and asthma growing up, suggests a new study. Researchers...
Fish oil pills don't improve kids' braininess
Despite some evidence that taking fish oil pills during pregnancy can help children's brain development, a new study suggests...
US Listeria cases likely to rise through Oct-officials
Cases of illness in the U.S. listeria outbreak linked to tainted cantaloupes -- already the deadliest in a decade -- will...
A gluten-free for all drives product sales
Los Angeles voice actor Nancy Truman landed a new role as a full-time gluten-free baker after she tweaked her recipes to...
Listeria outbreak kills 13, infects 72: CDC
A listeria outbreak linked to cantaloupes from Colorado has infected 72 people in the United States and killed 13, U.S. health...
Antipsychotics get mixed review for unapproved use
Newer antipsychotics are often prescribed for conditions they aren't approved to treat -- with questionable benefit, according...
Little evidence constipation fixes work for kids
There's some evidence that fiber supplements may help children with chronic constipation, but little support for other non-drug...
Coffee linked with lower depression risk in women
Women who drink four cups of coffee a day are 20 percent less likely to become depressed than women who rarely drink coffee,...
Kansas firm recalls cantaloupe linked to Listeria
A Kansas-based food processor recalled hundreds of pounds of fresh-cut cantaloupe on Friday because of possible Listeria...
Cancer cost "becoming unsustainable" in rich nations
An explosion of new technologies and treatments for cancer coupled with a rapid rise in cases of the disease worldwide mean...
Free formula samples at hospitals raise concern
Company-sponsored infant formula samples are still the norm at many hospitals, although fewer are giving out the freebies...
Food for thought: can fish lower your stroke risk?
People who eat fish a few times each week are slightly less likely to suffer a stroke than those who only eat a little or...
Study finds tooth decay prevalent among Alaska Native children
Alaska Native children in remote villages have rates of tooth decay about four times the national average, a government study...
More states had Listeria-tainted cantaloupes, FDA says
Listeria-tainted cantaloupes were shipped to several more states than was previously known, bringing to over 20 the total...
Heavier kids experience more social problems
Children who are heavier than their peers at ages four and five are more likely to struggle in their relationships with other...
Ukraine man wins dumpling eating contest, then dies
A 77-year-old Ukrainian man won a jar full of sour cream for coming first in a dumpling eating contest and then promptly...
Scientists find way to "disarm" AIDS virus
Scientists have found a way to prevent HIV from damaging the immune system and say their discovery may offer a new approach...
World reacted too slow to East Africa crisis: DEC head
The world reacted too slowly to the Horn of Africa hunger crisis leaving aid agencies racing to catch up with the region's...
Vitamin D not tied to fibrillation
Despite some research linking low vitamin D levels to heart disease, a new study suggests that lacking D does not increase...
FDA warns about cantaloupe-linked illnesses, deaths
The Food and Drug Administration warned consumers on Thursday not to eat cantaloupe grown in part of Colorado after two deaths...
Soy may not prevent clogged arteries
Taking extra soy supplements did not help stave off artery hardening in a new study of postmenopausal women. But, researchers...
Olive Garden, Red Lobster slimming kids' menus
Olive Garden and Red Lobster parent Darden Restaurants Inc said on Thursday it would reduce calories and sodium in its meals...
Probiotics tied to lower risk of pregnancy problem
Pregnant women who regularly have milk or yogurt with "good" bacteria may be less likely to suffer the late-pregnancy complication...
Michigan to track childhood obesity as part of health push
Michigan's Republican governor said on Wednesday he will ask doctors in the state to begin reporting information on their...
Formula doesn't keep kids from gaining weight: study
Kids who were fed on formula for the first few months of life gained just as much weight up to age ten as those who were...
Body odor? Gene disorder may be the culprit
For some people with troublesome, unexplained body odor, an uncommon genetic disorder once known as "fish-odor syndrome"...
CORRECTION: Study finds healthy hearts in fat bodies
Carrying extra pounds doesn't necessarily mean your heart is ailing, according to Greek researchers. They found less than...
Kids who drink raw milk have less asthma, allergies
Children who drink raw milk are less likely to develop asthma and allergies than those who stick to the safer pasteurized...
Study finds healthy hearts in fat bodies
Carrying extra pounds doesn't necessarily mean your heart is ailing, according to Greek researchers. They found less than...
High cholesterol tied to Alzheimer brain "plaques"
Middle-aged and older adults with high cholesterol may have an increased likelihood of developing protein deposits in the...
Government to ban six types of E coli from beef
The U.S. government will ban the sale of ground beef contaminated with six types of the E coli bacteria that can cause serious...
Doctors often wrong about heart attack risks: study
Your doctor may be wrong about your risk of suffering a heart attack, at least if you're Spanish, suggests a new study. Researchers...
Death industry reaps grim profit as Japan dies
Across from a noodle shop in a Yokohama suburb, Hisayoshi Teramura's inn looks much like any other small lodging that dots...
Cambodian baby suckles directly from cow for milk
An 18-month-old Cambodian boy who has suckled milk directly from a cow daily for more than a month is in fine health, the...
Smoking marijuana not linked to obesity: study
People who smoke marijuana may be prone to "the munchies," but surprisingly, they are less likely than non-smokers to pack...
Study clouds picture on omega-3s and heart health
Eating fatty acids like those found in fish and certain plants may not prevent heart disease as well as previously believed,...
Fukushima sea radiation seen triple Tepco estimate
Radioactive material released into the sea in the Fukushima nuclear power plant crisis is more than triple the amount estimated...
Finland study urges ban on strong beers in stores
Finnish researchers are recommending that beer and other drinks with more than 3.5 percent alcohol be banned from grocery...
Weight Watchers works, scientific study finds
Overweight patients told by their doctors to go to Weight Watchers lose around twice as much weight as people receiving standard...
Grape seed shows small effect on blood pressure
Grape seed extract is marketed as a way to guard your heart health, but clinical trials so far suggest the supplement has...
Spain wants EU call for online anorexia crack down
Spain wants the European Union to crack down on social networking profiles that promote anorexia after Twitter refused the...
"Food insecurity" falls, still affects millions
The percentage of households where adults sometimes go hungry or cannot put enough food on the table fell last year, but...
Nutrient powder may fight anemia in kids
Sprinkling a vitamin- and mineral-packed powder onto young kids' food may help prevent anemia in countries where many people...
Bahrain frees doctors after 9-day hunger strike
Bahrain on Wednesday released a group of doctors who had held a hunger strike to object to their arrest during a government...
Healthier living could cut 2.8 million cancer cases
Healthier lifestyles and better diets could prevent up to 2.8 million cases of cancer each year, the World Cancer Research...
Plant-rich diets tied to lower breast cancer risk
Women with diets rich in vegetables, fruit and legumes may have a somewhat decreased risk of developing one type of breast...
Rare surgery brings more weight loss, more risks
A less common form of obesity surgery may spur more weight loss than its far more popular cousin, gastric bypass -- but at...
Many lifestyle factors linked to diabetes risk
A new study reports that weight, diet, exercise, smoking and alcohol intake may each independently influence a person's risk...
Hundreds dying daily from famine in Somalia -UN
Famine has spread to six out of eight regions in southern Somalia, with 750,000 people facing imminent starvation, the United...
Black race, African ancestry tied to food allergies
In a new study of two-year-olds in Boston, black kids were twice as likely as white kids to have an immune response to foods...
Obese kids have more asthma flare-ups
Shaving off extra pounds might help asthmatic kids prevent flare-ups of the disease, according to a study that found obese...
Folate tied to lower colon cancer risk
People who eat plenty of folate had a lower risk of colon and rectal cancers in a new study that examined the effects of...
Gut bacteria picky about what we eat: study
Gut bacteria -- colonies of bacteria that live in the human digestive tract -- appear to have fairly picky dining habits,...
Vitamin D levels tied to colon cancer risk
A new analysis of earlier research finds that both higher vitamin D intake and higher blood levels of the vitamin's active...
SPECIAL REPORT-A pinch of doubt over salt
In Britain it started with Sid, the "giant slug with a message", who slicked his way onto television screens back in 2004...
More beans, less white rice tied to less diabetes
Beans and rice are a classic combination throughout the western hemisphere, but a study in Costa Rica finds that the bean...
Czechs order obese soldiers to tighten belts
The Czech army has shrunk to just a quarter of its size since Prague shrugged off the yoke of Communism two decades ago,...
US teens, young men way over limit on sugary drinks
About half of the U.S. population drinks a sugar-sweetened beverage on any given day, with teenagers and young men consuming...
More Americans developing gout; obesity blamed
A growing number of Americans are being diagnosed with the painful form of arthritis known as gout -- thanks in large part,...
Speedy eaters likely to be heavier
Middle-aged women who scarf down their meals tend to be heavier than those who savor each bite, a new report from New Zealand...
University bucks convention in Texas with vegan dining hall
Texas cattle country seems an odd place to break new ground in veganism, but a public university near Dallas is doing just...
Pre-chewed food may pose HIV threat to infants
A new study from South Africa found that more than two-thirds of mothers and other caregivers pre-chew food for their infants...
Experimental obesity drug beats placebo again
The experimental weight-loss drug lorcaserin may spur modest weight loss without the heart risks of some older drugs, a new...
Is chocolate good for your heart? It depends
Chocolate may be good for the heart but cardiologists are not giving you a license to indulge. New research presented at...
Mining and police work most dangerous jobs in 2010
Disasters at a coal mine in West Virginia and aboard an oil rig operated by British Petroleum in the Gulf of Mexico again...
Polish president vetoes bill allowing GMO seeds
Poland's President Bronislaw Komorowski on Wednesday vetoed a new legislation that would allow some genetically modified...
Heavier women may have less IVF success
The heavier a woman is, the more trouble she may have getting pregnant and having a baby through in vitro fertilization,...
Diet alone helps lower bad cholesterol: study
A diet based around plants, nuts and high-fiber grains lowered "bad" cholesterol more than a low-saturated-fat diet that...
For sleeping babies, softer isn't safer
Lots of African American moms put soft bedding such as pillows and blankets where babies sleep, despite warnings that the...
Aid poised to flow as fog of war lifts in Tripoli
Humanitarian aid workers said on Tuesday a rapid resolution to the Libyan conflict would help them bring urgent help to the...
Fruitful gains for farmers markets
More Americans are buying locally grown food and new farmers markets are sprouting throughout the country, During the past...
Fish kill cleanup smelly job after paper mill spill
A rotten stench hung over a 60-mile stretch of Louisiana's Pearl River as boats trawled through thick layers of hundreds...
Drug may help ease headaches during Ramadan: study
A cousin of the drug Vioxx may help prevent headaches in Muslims fasting for Ramadan, according to a new study from Israel....
Roche "good" cholesterol drug shows early promise
An experimental drug from Roche designed to raise "good" HDL cholesterol has produced encouraging results in a small mid-stage...
Calories, sugar reduced in flavored milk for kids
Good news for milk-pushing moms this September: kid-favorite flavored milks will have less calories and sugar, according...
Women who take vitamins have fewer preemies: study
Women who take multivitamins regularly around the time they get pregnant appear to have a lower risk of going into labor...
Big chains and government target "food deserts"
Independent Philadelphia grocer Jeff Brown says he has cracked the code for making money in some urban communities that in...
Radioactive tritium found near Vermont Yankee plant
The Vermont Department of Health said it has found detectable traces of radioactive tritium from the Vermont Yankee nuclear...
Study finds mother's fat harms embryo development
Exposing eggs to high levels of saturated fatty acids of the type commonly found in the ovaries of obese women and those...
Snip and tuck: young Chinese seek perfection
When 21-year-old Michelle returns to university this fall, the math major from western Shanxi province will be sporting a...
Stem cell team aims for spare heart parts in 5 years
Stem cell researchers in Hong Kong and the United States are trying to grow spare parts for the human heart that may be ready...
Britain says 400,000 Somali children at risk of death
Britain said on Wednesday that hundreds of thousands of children could starve to death in Somalia if the international community...
More evidence links pesticides, diabetes
People with relatively high levels of certain pesticides in their blood may have an increased risk of type 2 diabetes --...
World Bank calls Horn of Africa famine manmade
The famine in the Horn of Africa is manmade - the result of artificially high prices for food and civil conflict, the World...
Microbe redesigned to fight drug-resistant bacteria
Researchers in Singapore have re-engineered a harmless strain of bacteria to fight another common, drug-resistant microbe...
Famine squeezes life out of southern Somalia
The semi-arid lands surrounding the frontier town of Dhobley in southern Somalia have become a dust-bowl, the thorny scrub...
Cholera epidemic spreading in Somalia, WHO warns
A cholera epidemic is spreading in famine-hit Somalia, with alarming numbers of cases among people driven to the capital...
U.S. gives $17 million more to Horn of Africa famine
The United States will give an additional $17 million in aid for fighting famine in the Horn of Africa, including $12 million...
Scientists unravel genetic clues to MS
Scientists have found 29 new genetic variants linked to multiple sclerosis (MS) and say the findings should help drugmakers...
Take precautions in heat, young athletes: Kids' docs
As the season of two-a-day football workouts gets underway, young athletes need to be extra careful to drink plenty of water...
Sleep apnea linked to memory decline, dementia
Older women who have sleep apnea may be more likely to develop memory problems and dementia, according to a new study. It's...
Churches pair faith with fat-fighting to curb obesity
Pastor Michael Minor stirred a bit of controversy at his northwest Mississippi church when he banned fried chicken from the...
Junk food still stars in TV ads seen by kids: study
U.S. children are seeing fewer sugary, fatty foods advertised on TV, but unhealthy fare still makes up the bulk of food commercials...
E. Coli outbreak in Oregon linked to strawberries
An elderly woman died and at least 9 other people were sickened after eating fresh strawberries from an Oregon farm contaminated...
Heart test standards all over the map
U.S. hospitals vary widely in how they decide who's eligible for an invasive type of heart scan, according to a new study....
Zimbabwe runs torture camps in diamond fields -BBC
Zimbabwe's military and police are running torture camps in diamond mining areas, the BBC said on Monday, in a report that...
Russia to lift ban on EU vegetables from Aug 9
Russia will lift its ban on raw vegetables from all European Union countries starting on Tuesday, August 9, the head of the...
Turkey recall raises U.S. food safety questions
U.S. food safety advocates are calling for changes to meat recall rules after regulators took months to warn the public about...
ICRC wants food for Somalia but can't take UN aid
The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) almost doubled its budget for Somali aid on Thursday but said it would...
Eating healthy food costs more money in US: study
Eating healthier food can add almost 10 percent to the average American's food bill -- and that is just to boost a single...
Salmonella linked to turkey sickens dozens, one dead
A multi-state outbreak of antibiotic-resistant Salmonella believed to be linked to eating contaminated ground turkey has...
Uganda could be next hit by malnutrition, UN warns
Uganda could be the next country hit by alarming malnutrition rates due to drought which has already sparked famine in southern...
Dropping weight won't add years in elderly: study
Dieting to lose weight may not help older overweight adults live any longer, suggests a new study. But dropping a few pounds...
Healthy foods a growth industry as boomers age
Food and beverage companies will need to gear up and churn out healthier food and products for aging baby boomers in the...
Horn of Africa shows family planning need: UN
The Horn of Africa food crisis shows the need to provide the world's poor with better access to family planning as part of...
TV product placements termed junk food ad loophole
Companies that have pledged not to market unhealthy food and beverages directly to children may be turning to product placement...
DHA in moms may help babies fight infection: study
Giving pregnant moms omega-3 fatty acid supplements might help prevent infection in their infants, suggests new research....
Japanese rice to be tested for radioactive cesium
More than a dozen regional governments in Japan will conduct tests to determine whether locally grown rice contains too much...
Robot seals help heal Japan's tsunami victims
For some elderly survivors of Japan's March earthquake and tsunami, comfort comes in the form of a small white robotic seal...
Can chewing more help you eat less?
A new study finds that people who chew their food more take in fewer calories, which may help them control their weight....
NJ Gov. Christie in hospital with breathing trouble
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, who has frequently been mentioned as a possible Republican presidential candidate in...
Can vitamins help boost your memory?
Adults who took vitamin and mineral supplements for almost a decade performed better on one type of memory test than those...
MSF expects Somali refugee malnutrition rates to rise
Medical charity Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF) said on Thursday it expected no let up in the number of cases of severe malnutrition...
Women who eat lots of fiber have less breast cancer
A fresh look at the medical evidence shows women who eat more fiber are less likely to get breast cancer. Chinese researchers...
Americans cut back on sugar-sweetened soda: survey
Americans downed nearly a quarter less added sugar in 2008 than they did nine years earlier, a new report concludes. The...
Calorie labels change some diners' habits: study
New York City's requirement that fast-food restaurants post calorie counts on menus led one in six customers to notice the...
No more bad surprises as tiny preemies reach teens
Although extremely small preemies are plagued by many health problems, a new study shows they have no more chronic ailments...
Horn of Africa aid caravan too late, again
A besuited U.N. official wearing well-buffed shoes crouches in the orange dust near a cluster of huts in northern Kenya,...
Hey kids, is that broccoli in your casserole?
Does your preschooler turn her nose up at broccoli, zucchini, and everything else green? Try hiding the veggies in her spaghetti,...
McDonald's Happy Meals get apples, fewer fries
McDonald's Corp said on Tuesday it will soon tweak its children's Happy Meals, reducing the French fry portion by more than...
What's the best exercise for heart health?
A combination of weight training and aerobic exercise might be the best prescription for overweight people at risk for diabetes...
Breast cancer more lethal in blacks, reason unknown
It is still a mystery why black women are more likely to die from breast cancer than whites, according to a new study that...
REFILE: Children abandoned on east Africa's "roads of death"
Desperate Somali mothers are abandoning their dying children by the roadside as they travel to overwhelmed emergency food...
FDA investigates papaya in new salmonella outbreak
U.S. health regulators on Monday advised people not to eat papaya from Texas distributor Agromod Produce as they investigate...
Famine children dying on E. Africa "roads of death"
Emergency food centers in drought-stricken eastern Africa are overwhelmed by thousands of starving people every day and mothers...
China court gives tough sentences for tainted pork
A Chinese court on Monday handed out long sentences, including a suspended death penalty, to five people involved in producing...
Twig tea, anyone? Study says labels often mislead
Herbal teas often contain unlisted extra ingredients such as weeds, ferns or bits of tree, according to a study by New York...
Super-size Olympics McDonald's upsets health groups
London was failing in its pledge to create the healthiest Olympics ever, health groups said, after McDonald's fast-food chain...
McDonald's loses bid to move Happy Meal lawsuit
McDonald's Corp lost a skirmish in a lawsuit over its Happy Meal advertising practices, as a U.S. district judge ruled the...
Relaxation drinks see energetic growth in U.S.
People have been guzzling energy drinks for the last 10 years -- maybe it's time to relax. Sales of "relaxation drinks" with...
U.N. declares famine in pockets of southern Somalia
The United Nations said on Wednesday two regions of southern Somalia had been hit by the worst famine in the area for 20...
Chains and Michelle Obama team on "food desert" stores
Some of the largest U.S. grocers said on Wednesday that they would join forces with First Lady Michelle Obama to bring healthy...
EU tightens rules on unsafe children's toys
The European Union introduced tighter safety measures for children's toys on Wednesday, a measure that could hurt Chinese...
Over 1,000 cows fed nuclear-contaminated feed shipped in Japan-Kyodo
More than 1,000 beef cattle that ate feed contaminated with radioactive cesium have been shipped all over Japan from Fukushima...
Soda makers escalate attacks over obesity
U.S. public awareness campaigns about sugary soft drinks are under legal attack by beverage makers, which have sued New York...
Japan halts cattle shipments on radiation worries
Japan's government ordered the suspension of all shipments of beef cattle from Fukushima prefecture on Tuesday after discovering...
Calorie labeling at restaurants may hold surprises
You are what you eat, so they say. But a new study shows it might be hard to know exactly what that is, because calorie labeling...
Health group bashes high-calorie restaurant food
A pork belly-topped cheeseburger, a sandwich stuffed with mozzarella sticks, and a 1,540-calorie slice of cheesecake were...
Tests start on HIV biotech drug grown in tobacco
In a first for European drug research, scientists have launched a clinical trial of an anti-HIV biotech medicine produced...
U.N. set to declare famine in parts of Somalia
The United Nations is set to declare famine in parts of southern Somalia, aid officials said on Tuesday, signalling to donors...
FDA plans oversight of some mobile medical apps
A fast-growing number of software applications offers doctors the chance to view X-rays or monitor heart rates from iPads...
U.N. begins food aid airlift to rebel-held Somalia
The United Nations said on Monday it had started airlifting food aid to rebel-held parts of drought-hit Somalia and that...
U.S. pediatrician feels heat over child obesity
Boston pediatrician David Ludwig, the center of a media firestorm last week, wants to set the record straight on his view...
Fukushima: 554 cows fed contaminated feed shipped
More than 500 beef cattle that ate feed contaminated by radioactive material from Fukushima have already shipped to other...
Heavy teens need more health talks: study
Pediatricians often miss important opportunities to talk about nutrition, exercise, and emotional issues with overweight...
CORRECTION: Millions at risk of cholera in Ethiopia, WHO warns
Five million people are at risk of cholera in drought-hit Ethiopia, where acute watery diarrhea has broken out in crowded,...
U.S. economy limiting access to basic needs: study
Americans' access to basic needs, ranging from food and shelter to clean water and healthcare, has not significantly improved...
Millions at risk of cholera in Ethiopia, WHO warns
Five million people are at risk of cholera in drought-hit Ethiopia, where acute watery diarrhea has broken out in crowded,...
U.S. medical devices spending steady - report
Medical devices accounted for about 6 percent of the total U.S. health spending in 2009, barely changed from 10 years earlier...
NICE seen at heart of new UK drug pricing system
Britain's cost-effectiveness health watchdog NICE expects to play a central role in a value-based pricing system for new...
Vitamin A may not prevent asthma: study
Despite the important role of vitamin A in lung development, researchers have found that giving the nutrient to pregnant...
Vitamin C from food tied to lower cataract risk
Older adults who get very little vitamin C in their diets may have an increased risk of developing cataracts, a study in...
Child malnutrition in Somalia at dire levels: ICRC
One in 10 children in parts of drought-hit Somalia is at risk of starving to death, twice as many as in March, the International...
Experts grow whole teeth from mouse stem cells
Scientists in Japan said on Wednesday they have created teeth -- complete with connective fibers and bones -- by using mouse...
U.N. says struggling with growing Somali exodus
The United Nations said on Tuesday it was struggling to keep up with an exodus of hungry Somali refugees and many emaciated...
High salt + low potassium = early death: study
Put down the salt shakers. Eating too much salt and too little potassium can increase the risk of death, U.S. government...
More supermarkets doesn't mean better health: study
Living close to supermarkets and grocery stores did not mean that urban dwellers ate more fruits and vegetables or had a...
Somalia is world's worst humanitarian disaster - UN
Somali refugees seeking shelter in Kenya from extreme drought and hunger are the poorest of the poor and the most vulnerable...
Folic acid tied to better grades in Swedish teens
Swedish teenagers who consumed more folic acid got better school grades, a small study published in the journal Pediatrics...
REFILE: Can too little sleep make you gain weight?
People who got very little sleep ate more but didn't burn any extra calories in a new study that adds to evidence supporting...
Vitamin D may improve pancreas function
Vitamin D supplements reduced risk factors for type 2 diabetes by improving the function of insulin-producing cells in pre-diabetic...
Africa drought endangers 500,000 children: U.N.
The lives of half a million children in the Horn of Africa are at risk, international aid agencies said on Friday, as the...
Can too little sleep make you gain weight?
People who got very little sleep ate more but didn't burn any extra calories in a new study that adds to evidence supporting...
No point in telling parents about kids' weight?
School policies that let parents know when their children are overweight or obese appear to have little impact on the problem,...
Nuts instead of carbs may aid diabetes control
Replacing that daily muffin with a handful or two of nuts may help people with diabetes better control their blood sugar...
Curbing kids' screen time is hard: study
Interventions designed to help kids lose weight by cutting back on the time they spend watching TV or playing video games...
Mississippi most obese state, Colorado least
The number of obese U.S. adults rose in 16 states in the last year, helping to push obesity rates in a dozen states above...
Older women who take vitamin D3 may live longer
Elderly women who take vitamin D3 supplements may have a small survival advantage over those who don't, a new research review...
Somali rebels lift ban on food aid after drought
Islamist rebels have lifted a ban on humanitarian agencies supplying food aid to millions of Somalis after the worst drought...
REFILE: Review raises questions over benefits of cutting salt
In an analysis that set off a fierce debate over the health effects of salt, researchers said on Wednesday they had found...
Green tea lowers cholesterol, but only a little
Drinking green tea seems to cut "bad" cholesterol, according to a fresh look at the medical evidence. The finding may help...
FDA seeks to ease confusion on supplements
Health officials are seeking to clear up confusion about safety rules for dietary supplements by issuing draft guidelines...
Review raises questions over benefits of cutting salt
the leading causes of death worldwide. Taylor said he thought it did not find any evidence of big benefits because the numbers...
Russian police search Novartis, Teva offices-report
Russian police searched the offices of four pharmaceutical companies in Moscow on Tuesday, including Swiss drug maker Novartis...
Lifestyle may affect sudden cardiac death risk
Researchers have identified one more reason for women to stay fit, eat healthy, abstain from smoking, and maintain their...
EU members approve stevia sweeteners for food use
Natural sweeteners derived from the stevia plant could be authorized for EU-wide use by the end of the year, after governments...
Egyptian seeds most likely source of deadly E. coli
A single shipment of fenugreek seeds from Egypt is the most likely source of a highly toxic E. coli epidemic in Germany which...
Moms' diet not tied to kids' heart health: study
A new study from West Africa suggests that supplementing pregnant women's diets with extra calories and protein doesn't protect...
REFILE: Special infant formula may not prevent allergies
Despite pediatric guidelines endorsing "allergy-friendly" whey-based infant formulas, a new study finds the products don't...
Menu labels don't influence students' food choices
Menu labels on cafeteria food -- highlighting the good and the bad of various meal options -- make no difference in college...
Special infant formula may not prevent allergies
Despite pediatric guidelines endorsing "allergy-friendly" whey-based infant formulas, a new study finds the products don't...
Fertility treatment less successful in obese women
Obese women undergoing in vitro fertilization (IVF) may be half as likely as their normal-weight counterparts to have a baby,...
Arsenic linked to kidney cancer
People with moderately elevated levels of arsenic in their urine may have an increased risk of kidney cancer -- particularly...
Cured meats not linked to pancreatic cancer
There are no clear signs that eating cured meats like ham, bacon or hot dogs could increase the odds of getting pancreatic...
Study finds Americans are eating more
Americans may be cutting back on super-sized meals, but waistlines continue to expand from more frequent eating, according...
Europe's E. coli outbreaks linked to Egyptian seeds
Imported fenugreek seeds from Egypt may be the source of highly toxic E. coli outbreaks in Germany and France that have killed...
Dutch court ruling clears way for "weed pass"
The Netherlands, long famous for its soft drugs policies, moved closer to introducing "weed passes" to curb sales of cannabis...
Pollutants linked to diabetes in new study
People with higher levels of pesticides and other pollutants in their blood may be more likely to get type 2 diabetes, suggests...
Can the Internet help you lose weight?
People tend to lose a little more weight with online help than with traditional weight loss programs, according to a new...
Germany shuts school over E. coli scare
German officials closed a primary school in the west of the country on Tuesday after a number of students fell ill with the...
Worst drought in 60 years hitting Horn of Africa
The worst drought in 60 years in the Horn of Africa has sparked a severe food crisis and high malnutrition rates, with parts...
Malaria funding rise fills drug pipeline - report
Annual funding for research and development (R&D) in the fight against malaria has quadrupled over 16 years, generating the...
Can vitamin D lower your risk of melanoma?
Taking vitamin D may help protect women who have already had non-melanoma skin cancers against a much deadlier form of the...
TV junk-food ads do boost kids' appetites: study
TV ads for junk food really do make kids hunger for those treats, particularly if they watch a lot of TV, a study published...
"Lean gene" ups risk of heart disease and diabetes
Being slim may not always lead to a lower risk of heart disease and diabetes, scientists said Sunday after they identified...
French-German E. coli link seen in sprouts
Dutch and British health officials advised people to avoid raw sprouts and seeds on Monday after scientists linked an outbreak...
Ban fast food ads on TV: U.S. doctors
Fast food ads on TV are making American youth fatter and should be banned in children's programming, an influential group...
Heart risks lower in men who get enough vitamin D
Men who consume the recommended amount of vitamin D are somewhat less likely to suffer a heart attack or stroke than those...
Prenatal folic acid doesn't boost sons' fertility
Young men whose mothers took folic acid supplements while pregnant did not grow up to produce healthier sperm, a small Danish...
Arizona death prompts probe for European E.coli link
U.S. health officials are investigating whether the death of an Arizona resident could be linked to the recent E.coli outbreak...
Four jailed for touting tainted milk in China
Four people were sentenced to prison on Thursday for producing and selling melamine-tainted milk powder in north China's...
Weight loss surgery may cure diabetes in many cases
Most obese people with diabetes will be cured of the blood sugar disease after undergoing weight loss surgery, a new review...
TV and soda: small habits cause weight creep
Just a few bad habits -- watching TV, eating potato chips, having a sugary soda at lunch or staying up too late at night...
B vitamins in pregnancy not tied to baby's asthma
Taking folic acid during pregnancy doesn't seem to raise the baby's risk of getting asthma, according to a Dutch study that...
Jack in the Box yanks toys from kids' meals
Fast-food chain Jack in the Box has pulled toys from its kids' meals, a spokesman told Reuters on Tuesday. The move, which...
Smoking in pregnancy tied to child's cholesterol
Mothers who smoke while pregnant might be causing changes to their unborn babies that can lead them to have less of a type...
Industry role in child obesity less prominent on TV
Television coverage of childhood obesity is less likely than print media to focus on the role of the food and beverage industry,...
FDA to work globally to keep U.S. imports safe
U.S. health regulators said they would work with their counterparts worldwide to share information and better safeguard drugs...
No vitamin D screening in pregnancy: committee
Most pregnant women do not need to be screened for vitamin D deficiency, nor given additional supplements, according to an...
Obesity and lack of exercise linked to chronic pain
It may not be surprising, but people who exercise at least one hour per week have a lower risk of troublesome back, neck,...
Two French children recovering from E. coli bout
Two of eight children hospitalized in northern France after being infected with a strain of the E. coli bacteria were well...
Food allergies affect 1 in 12 kids: study
One in 12 kids in the United States may have a food allergy, according to new findings based on an online survey. The study,...
UN sees "unique opportunity" for global atom safety
Nuclear power plants should be designed and located so that they can withstand rare and "complex combinations" of external...
U.S. food safety programs suffer in budget battles
When a salmonella outbreak sickened at least 79 people and killed two this past spring in Rhode Island, the state had only...
New HIV diagnoses may be dropping in California men
The rate of new HIV cases in gay and bisexual men may have dropped in California in the mid-2000's, suggests a new study...
Food prices mean trouble for poor and politicians
Just a few months ago, Alpheus Molepo's daily lunch of "pap" or corn meal and meat cost 20 rand ($3.30). Now it costs 25...
Celiac disease linked to earlier menopause
Women with untreated celiac disease may hit menopause earlier, and have a higher risk of some pregnancy complications, than...
US teens skimp on exercise, but not sodas: CDC
Only about one in 10 U.S. teens is getting enough exercise and one in four has a soda a day, adding to concerns about obesity...
Chinese cows churn out "human breast milk"
Moo-ove over, Mum. Chinese scientists have produced a herd of genetically modified cows that make milk that could substitute...
Diet tied to lower risk of vision loss in old age
For people at a higher risk of losing central vision as they age, eating sufficient levels of certain dietary nutrients could...
Study questions extra folic acid need for women
Since 1998, the U.S. has required that grain products be fortified with the B vitamin folic acid to help prevent certain...
E. coli breaks out in France, 5 children in hospital
Five children admitted to hospital in northern France after eating beefburgers infected with a strain of E. coli bacteria...
Olive oil lovers show lower stroke risk
Older people who use olive oil in their cooking and on their salads may have a lower risk of suffering a stroke, researchers...
EU clinches deal on new food labeling rules
European Union negotiators reached a deal Wednesday on new EU-wide food labeling rules, intended to fight rising obesity...
TV time tied to diabetes, death
People who log more hours in front of the television are at greater risk of dying, or developing diabetes and heart disease,...
German E.coli outbreak claims first child victim
Germany's E.coli outbreak claimed its first child fatality on Tuesday when a two-year-old died from the bacteria in the northern...
FDA warns Kellogg over listeria in Georgia plant
U.S. regulators warned Kellogg Co that they found the illness-causing bacterium listeria monocytogenes while inspecting a...
Radiation "hotspots" hinder Japan response to nuclear
Hisao Nakamura still can't accept that his crisply cut field of deep green tea bushes south of Tokyo has been turned into...
Older men don't live longer with weight-loss surgery
Weight-loss surgery may not help obese middle aged and older men live longer, according to new research that runs counter...
Germany finds E.coli on farm's bean sprout packet
Germany said on Friday that deadly E.coli bacteria that have killed 31 people and hit farmers across Europe almost certainly...
Russia set to end EU vegetable import ban
Russia agreed on Friday to lift a ban on vegetable imports from the European Union if the EU provides safety guarantees,...
Deaths no higher in coffee lovers with heart disease
Women with heart disease who down a few cups of coffee each day tend to live as long as those who avoid the beverage, a large...
Scientists warn of deadly shellfish in part of Alaska
Public health officials warned Alaskans to avoid eating shellfish they harvest from the southeastern tip of the state after...
Germany says bean sprouts likely source of E.coli
New data shows that bean sprouts are the most likely source of the outbreak of E.coli which has killed 30 people so far,...
Low-fat diet may not increase diabetes risks
While the low-fat diet craze led some doctors to worry that Americans would instead start eating too many carbohydrates,...
No need to hold back on milk, nuts in babies
Giving your baby cow's milk, nuts or other solid foods linked to allergies before six months does not appear to cause extra...
DASH diet best overall in new rankings
Trying to shed excess weight, lower high blood pressure or combat diabetes? The best personal diet depends of the goals trying...
Minorities see bottled water as safer, buy more
Poor minority parents are spending a sizeable chunk of their income on bottled water based on unfounded beliefs that it's...
Prolonged bottle-feeding tied to kids' obesity
Two-year-olds who are still using bottles are more likely to be obese by kindergarten, a new study finds. Researchers who...
'Active' video games may be better for kids' weight
Overweight kids might benefit from swapping their traditional video games for "active" ones that get them off the couch,...
Rate of German E. coli cases slows
The rate of infection from a deadly new strain of E. coli is slowing, but scientists are no nearer to proving organic bean...
Drugs for rare cancers approved after subpar tests
Drugs for rare cancers are allowed to hit the U.S. market based on low-quality clinical tests that raise concerns about both...
Probe targets German bean sprouts, no E.coli found
German scientists found no traces of E.coli bacteria at an organic vegetable farm believed to be the source of an outbreak...
German farm chief cannot understand E.coli inquiry
The head of a German farm facing an inquiry over a deadly E.coli outbreak was quoted on Monday as saying he could not understand...
Some reflux symptoms hard to treat
Popular drugs for treating acid reflux are more effective at treating some symptoms than others, a new study finds. Specifically,...
Vegans may be at risk for low iodine: study
Some vegans may not be getting enough iodine in their diets, suggests a new study. That finding is particularly relevant...
Omega-3 fats linked to lower diabetes risk
People who get plenty of omega-3 fatty acids in their diets may have lowered odds of developing type 2 diabetes, two new...
Germans take no chances as E.coli confounds experts
German shoppers at the epicenter of an outbreak of a rare strain of E.coli bacteria are trying to avoid suspect foods without...
Russia awaits EU explanation on E.coli - Putin
Prime Minister Vladimir Putin said on Friday that Russia will not consider lifting a ban on European Union vegetable imports...
Scientists find new MRSA superbug in cows, humans
British scientists have found a new strain of the "superbug" MRSA in milk from cows and in swab samples from humans and say...
Germany steps up hunt for deadly E.coli source
Racing to curb the spread of a killer food bug, Germany set up a national task force on Friday to hunt down the source of...
Russia watchdog criticizes EU over E.coli outbreak
Russia decided to ban imports of raw vegetables from the European Union because of inaction by EU regulators over a deadly...
REFILE: Europe E.coli outbreak caused by toxic new strain
A highly infectious new strain of E.coli bacteria is causing a deadly outbreak of food poisoning in Germany, scientists said...
Baked goods may improve milk allergy symptoms
Eating baked goods that contain milk may help children get over milk allergies, a new study suggests. Allergic children given...
Pyramid tossed, dinner plate is new US meals plan
The pyramid guide to healthy eating that many Americans grew up with has been scrapped, and in its place the Obama administration...
Drug companies drive U.S. 2010 corporate philanthropy
Drug companies helped drive an almost 18 percent increase in corporate philanthropy last year as they gave away medicine...
Europe E.coli outbreak caused by toxic new strain
A deadly outbreak of E.coli centered in Germany and spreading across Europe is caused by a dangerous new strain, Chinese...
Cholesterol drugs tied to lower prostate cancer risk
Men taking cholesterol-lowering medication may be less likely to get prostate cancer than those not on the drugs, suggests...
German E. coli outbreak shocks EU health expert
The E. coli outbreak gripping Europe is on a scale never seen before, but infection rates should start to slow if people...
Diabetics show higher risk of pancreas disease
People with type 2 diabetes may have a heightened risk of a painful condition known as acute pancreatitis, but those odds...
Sharp rise in German E. coli cases, source unknown
German health officials said on Wednesday there had been a dramatic increase in the number of people infected in an E. coli...
US eyes Spanish produce in deadly E. coli outbreak
Shipments of cucumbers and other food grown in Spain are being inspected by U.S. health officials because of a deadly E....
Kids with stubborn asthma may have food allergy
Inner-city children with poorly controlled asthma or skin allergies may be more likely to have food allergies, a new study...
Spain says no proof in E.coli outbreak accusations
Spain said on Monday there was no proof that cucumbers from its growers had caused an outbreak of E.coli in Germany that...
Vaccine group seeks $3.7 bln from London meeting
International health alliance GAVI is seeking $3.7 billion from a June 13 pledging conference in London to help deliver vaccines...
Stay away from energy drinks, doctors say
In a new report, a large group of American doctors urge kids and teens to avoid energy drinks and only consume sports drinks...
U.S. lifts sanctions in EU beef hormone row
The United States lifted import duties on European luxury foods on Friday in return for a promise of bigger hormone-free...
MSG linked to weight gain
The flavor enhancer monosodium glutamate (MSG), most often associated with Chinese food and after-dinner headaches, may also...
Vitamins won't prevent pregnancy complication
Despite hopes that high doses of vitamins C and E might lower a woman's risk of developing a pregnancy complication marked...
UPDATE: Taking niacin does not prevent heart problems: NIH
Giving a high dose of niacin to people with heart disease who are already taking a cholesterol-lowering statin does nothing...
Fish oil in pregnancy may not boost babies' vision
Expectant moms who take fish oil supplements may not be doing much to sharpen their babies' vision, a new study suggests....
Taking niacin does not prevent heart problems: NIH
Giving a high dose of niacin to people with heart disease who are already taking a cholesterol-lowering statin does nothing...
Some tennis stars say gluten-free is best for them
Novak Djokovic says his unbeaten run is due to his special, gluten-free diet and now Sabine Lisicki hopes she too will benefit...
Japan slammed as new leak found at nuclear plant
The operator of Japan's crippled Fukushima nuclear plant on Thursday detailed a new leak of radioactive water as Greenpeace...
Germans pin E. coli outbreak on Spanish cucumbers
German health officials identified imported cucumbers from Spain Thursday as the source of a two-week E. coli outbreak that...
Is carpal tunnel syndrome cultural?
Every year, just more than four out of every thousand Swedish women are diagnosed with carpal tunnel syndrome, a painful...
Probiotic yogurt no help for kids' constipation
A yogurt aimed at easing digestion with the help of "good" bacteria may not be much help for children's chronic constipation,...
Gluten not linked to babies' risk of diabetes: study
For babies at higher risk of childhood diabetes because of family history or genes, a gluten-free diet in the first year...
Irregular periods in teens linked to health risks
Teenagers who have irregular periods are more likely to be overweight and obese and to have early warning signs of diabetes...
McDonald's stockholders reject obesity proposal
McDonald's Corp spurned calls to assess the impact of its food on childhood obesity, and said its trademark clown Ronald...
Smoking strongly linked to age-related blindness
When Kern and Harbach wrote "Smoke Gets in Your Eyes" nearly 80 years ago, they were playing bards, not doctors. But a new...
Army chief faults unfit recruits for injuries
U.S. Army recruits have had poorer diets and are less fit than past generations, making them more prone to injury from heavier...
Whistleblower says Russian troops fed dog food
Russian Interior Ministry troops were fed dog food earlier this year to save money, a former officer in the ministry said...
Peanut-eating blood donors spark allergic reaction
A Sunday night custom of eating peanuts while watching soccer has led to a discovery: What you eat before you give blood...
U.N. seeks deal to allow food, medicine into Libya
The United Nations is negotiating with Libya's government, rebels and NATO to stop fighting for 24 to 72 hours to allow food...
Most women don't need vitamin A pills: study
A new study from Bangladesh has experts concluding that most of the world's women don't need vitamin A supplements. In the...
Excess weight in elderly makes daily tasks harder
Older adults who are obese are more likely to develop problems with day-to-day activities, such as bathing, getting dressed,...
Can selenium lower cholesterol?
Taking high doses of selenium may help slightly lower cholesterol levels -- but it's still not recommended in the United...
Scientists find "master switch" gene for obesity
Scientists have found that a gene linked to diabetes and cholesterol is a "master switch" that controls other genes found...
Cameras in Texas schools to keep eyes on fries
The next time children in some elementary schools in Texas try to sneak extra french fries onto their tray in the cafeteria...
Radiation found in seaweed near crippled Japan plant
Seaweed collected from the coast near Japan's crippled Fukushima nuclear power plant and sewage in Tokyo have shown elevated...
Dutch to cull 8,800 chicken in bird flu alert
Dutch authorities on Thursday said they would destroy 8,800 chickens at an organic poultry farm in central Netherlands after...
Are C-sections fueling the obesity epidemic?
Young adults born via Cesarean section are more likely to be obese than those delivered vaginally, suggesting C-sections...
Cameras in U.S. schools to record calorie counts
The next time children in some elementary schools in the state of Texas try to sneak extra french fries onto their tray in...
Heart risk factors rising in 'Westernizing' Korea
As Korea has become more "Westernized" since the late-1990s, the number of adults with multiple risk factors for heart disease...
Selenium doesn't prevent cancer: report
There is no convincing evidence that taking high doses of selenium -- a popular dietary supplement -- can prevent cancer,...
REFILE: Report links fracking to tainted drinking water
A controversial natural gas production technique, which is key to a century of U.S. domestic supply, is causing contamination...
Lifestyle, diet have little effect on Alzheimer's
There is no strong evidence that any dietary or lifestyle changes can reduce a person's risk of developing Alzheimer's disease,...
Report links fracking to tainted drinking water
A controversial natural gas production technique, which is key to a century of U.S. domestic supply, is causing contamination...
Study challenges 'carb counting' in diabetes
How many carbs you eat might be less important for your blood sugar than your food's glycemic load, a measure that also takes...
Japan's top-notch tsunami preparation may have prevented worst
Half a century of expertise in dealing with disasters in Japan, where earthquakes are a way of life, probably saved thousands...
B vitamin-rich food linked to lower risk of PMS
Women who eat a diet rich in B vitamins have less risk of premenstrual syndrome (PMS), a new study says. Those who ate more...
More evidence folic acid prevents birth defects
A new study finds that South Carolina's rate of spina bifida and similar birth defects fell substantially after more women...
Women who drink less may still become incontinent
Drinking less to avoid incontinence later in life? A new study suggests it may not help. "Especially for older women, adequate...
"Apple" obesity heart risk theory goes pear-shaped
New research is challenging previous medical notions that "apple-shaped" people with more fat around their waist are at higher...
Blood pressure drugs feeding the obesity epidemic?
Blood pressure drugs known as beta-blockers could be helping to fuel the obesity epidemic, by dampening the body's ability...
No signs dietary supplements prevent bladder cancer
Popping vitamins, minerals or anti-inflammatory substances like garlic or fish oil doesn't appear to stave off bladder cancer,...
No proof of drug industry sway on WHO in pandemic
Independent experts who examined the World Health Organization's handling of the H1N1 pandemic said on Thursday they had...
Mexico senators propose taxing food, medicine
Senators from Mexico's chief opposition party submitted a bill on Thursday to tax most kinds of food, a move which could...
Little evidence soy helps blood sugar control
Soy foods and supplements probably don't help control high blood sugar, according to a new report. Some clinical trials have...
UK to ban displays of cigarettes, tobacco in shops
All shops in England will be banned from openly displaying tobacco products by April 2015 as part of a government package...
450,000 flee Ivory Coast conflict aid agencies say
An estimated 450,000 people have been uprooted by growing conflict in Ivory Coast, including tens of thousands who fled to...
Cooler body temperature may not feed obesity
Contrary to one theory on obesity, people with extra body fat may not have a lower body temperature than thinner folks, a...
Extra iron won't help many pregnant women
Taking iron supplements doesn't benefit pregnant women who don't already have iron-poor blood, a new study finds. Anemic...
Researchers find U.S. 'diabetes belt'
Already dubbed America's "stroke belt," the southeastern U.S. just earned another dubious distinction as the nation's "diabetes...
Mediterranean diet improves heart risk factors
Eating a Mediterranean diet may prevent or even reverse metabolic syndrome, a cluster of risk factors for heart disease and...
Weight loss programs may boost mood in obese people
Obese people who participate in a weight loss program based on exercise and lifestyle changes end up less depressed, according...
Americans fall short of 'ideal' heart health
A new study finds only one out of nearly 2,000 middle-aged Americans hit the mark for ideal heart health as defined by the...
Drug use linked to airplane accidents
Drug tests of airline personnel are three times more likely to come back positive after a crash or other accident than when...
Toddlers' sleep, eating problems often go together
Parents who have a hard time getting their babies and toddlers to sleep at night may also often have trouble at mealtime,...
REFILE: Better than a BMI? New obesity scale proposed
Scientists have developed a new way to measure whether a person is too fat without having people step on the scale. The new...
Hidden veggies lower calories, may help shed pounds
Adding pureed vegetables to entrees reduces the number of calories the meals pack without sacrificing texture or taste, according...
CORRECTION: Being too fat raises risk of deadly breast cancer
Scientists know that being overweight increases the risk of breast cancers fed by estrogen, but being too fat may also increase...
Chicken, pork, broccoli recalled for Listeria risk
Around 64,000 pounds of chicken and pork products containing broccoli have been recalled for possible Listeria contamination...
Being too fat raises risk of deadly breast cancer
Scientists know that being overweight increases the risk of breast cancers fed by estrogen, but being too fat may also increase...
Potassium-rich diet tied to lower stroke risk
People who get plenty of potassium-rich foods in their diet may be less likely to suffer a stroke, a new research review...
London council confiscates breast milk ice cream
A London council has confiscated supplies of breast milk ice cream from a specialist parlour which launched the new flavour...
More clinic time won't stave off weight gain
People who receive one-on-one counseling over multiple years are no more likely to avoid gaining weight than those who simply...
Study links sugary drinks with high blood pressure
Scientists have linked drinking sugary drinks like fizzy cola and fruit drinks with high blood pressure and say their findings...
Widely read free medical journals hype drugs: study
Free medical journals crammed with glossy ads could be swaying doctors to prescribe new expensive drugs with unknown long-term...
Gates Foundation works to boost food production
Amid global unrest over food security, the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation said Sunday it was forging a new effort to support...
Dairy intake may not mean much for longevity: study
Despite concerns over saturated fats in dairy products, the milk and cheese in your diet may not have much effect on your...
Alaska lawmaker seeks to change TSA search policies
State lawmaker Sharon Cissna was little known outside Alaska when she left on a trip to Seattle, but when she returned home...
Girls with migraines pack on extra pounds
Girls who get migraines appear more likely than their peers to gain extra weight during adulthood, scientists say. They found...
US aid groups urge food for North Koreans after survey
North Korea faces "looming food shortages and alarming malnutrition" as bad weather hurts harvests and rising food prices...
Shop to make breast milk ice cream
A specialist ice cream parlor plans to serve up breast milk ice cream and says people should think of it as an organic, free-range...
High good cholesterol linked to long life in men
Men who reach their 85th birthdays tended to have high levels of good cholesterol while in their 60s, a new study says. Researchers...
Asthma linked to celiac disease
People with the digestive disorder known as celiac disease are more likely to develop another disorder involving the immune...
Raw milk debate simmers as states, FDA mull rules
Clifford Hatch cares for about 20 cows at his family-run farm, producing fresh raw milk that is at the center of controversy...
Vitamin D may help keep blood sugar under control
Drinking yogurt with extra vitamin D may help people with diabetes regulate their blood sugar, a study from Iran finds. In...
Home temperature, sleep loss tied to obesity
Could we all help rein in the obesity epidemic by turning down our thermostats this winter? Maybe or maybe not -- but a new...
EU sees no more danger from German dioxin alert
European Union health experts said on Wednesday they see no more danger from an alert in Germany following the discovery...
Study sees no link between vitamin D, diabetes
Low levels of vitamin D don't put older women at greater risk for type 2 diabetes, a large study of U.S. women suggests....
Russia takes first step to curb strong beer sales
Russia has passed an early reading of a bill aimed at restricting sales of strong beer in a move that could hit brewers for...
India might ban lavish weddings, feed poor instead
India is considering adopting a policy from its impoverished and war-torn neighbor Afghanistan to help tackle a domestic...
Gastric bypass better than Lap-Band: US study
A study of the two most popular weight-loss surgeries found obese diabetics who had gastric bypass surgery lost 64 percent...
Alcohol linked to complications after joint surgery
The more people drink before having a hip or knee replaced, the higher their risk for complications right after the surgery,...
For kids in poverty, no brain benefit to iron, zinc
Giving impoverished infants iron and zinc supplements to prevent nutritional deficiencies may not have lasting benefits for...
Many stick with fast food after heart attack
You might think that people who've had a heart attack might cut back on fast food, which usually has unhealthy amounts of...
China seeks to calm fears in new milk scandal
China on Friday sought to calm the public about a new milk safety scandal, saying it had stepped up scrutiny of production...
Food tax could trim some people's calorie intake
People are generally more likely to pass on high-calorie food when there is a tax on it -- though it might not matter to...
Doubt cast on salt guidelines for diabetics
Australian researchers are challenging guidelines that urge diabetics to cut back on salt in their diet. In a study that...
US group calls for FDA ban of soda 'caramel'
Some chemically enhanced caramel food colorings used in widely consumed cola drinks could cause cancer and should be banned,...
Poorer vision may persist after 'lazy eye' therapy
Even after successful treatment for "lazy eye," people may still have certain vision problems in day-to-day life, a small...
Calories on menus don't affect kids' food choices
Requiring fast-food restaurants in New York City to post calorie counts on menus did little to cut the number of calories...
High-fiber diet tied to lower odds of early death
People who eat a lot of fiber every day might be less likely to die prematurely from a range of illnesses -- including heart...
Overweight women show lower glaucoma risk
Overweight older women may be less likely than their thinner peers to develop the potentially blinding eye disease glaucoma,...
Success rate for experimental drugs falls: study
The success rate in bringing new medicines to market in recent years is only about half of what it had been previously, but...
When getting fit takes an online village
Personal trainers are a resilient bunch. When the economy tanked they drifted from costly one-on-one sessions to more cost-effective...
How much vitamin D do pre-teen girls need?
In the winter, pre-teen girls may need more vitamin D -- either from diet or supplements -- to have healthy bones, a new...
CORRECTION: Fruits and veggies may not lower kids' allergy risk
Eating more fruits and vegetables may not protect children from developing allergies, according to a large Swedish study...
Minnesotans are kinder to their hearts: study
Minnesotans are less likely than the average American to die of heart disease, and lower rates of risk factors like smoking...
Fruits and veggies may not lower kids' allergy risk
Eating more fruits and vegetables may not protect children from developing allergies, according to a large Swedish study...
REFILE: Fruit salad and blood sugar meters don't mix
Listen up, diabetics: invisible bits of fruit on your hands can mess up your finger-prick blood tests, making your blood...
Weight, race tied to fertility treatment success
Both minority women and those who are overweight may have lower rates of success with infertility treatment, some new research...
Fruit salad and blood sugar meters don't mix
Listen up, diabetics: invisible bits of fruit on your hands can mess up your finger-prick blood tests, making your blood...
Program helps obese kids keep weight off long-term
Kids in an intensive obesity program were able to slim down and maintain a healthier weight a year after it ended, according...
Ethiopia, UN launch food appeal for 2.8 mln people
Ethiopia and the United Nations said on Monday 2.8 million Ethiopians will need emergency food aid in 2011, and appealed...
Sun exposure and vitamin D linked to MS risk
People who have spent more time in the sun and those with higher vitamin D levels may be less likely to develop multiple...
Starting solid foods earlier linked to obesity risk
Babies raised on formula who start eating solid foods before they are 4 months old may be more likely to become obese than...
Study supports restricted diet for kids with ADHD
Children with attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) should be fed a special diet to help their carers determine...
Obesity epidemic risks heart disease "tsunami"
More than half a billion people, or one in 10 adults worldwide, are obese -- more than double the number in 1980 -- as the...
Food costs at records, no let up on prices: FAO
World food prices hit a record in January and recent catastrophic weather around the globe could put yet more pressure on...
Study challenges high rate of peanut allergies
Peanut allergies may be less common than previously believed, according to a new study based on allergy diagnoses in England....
Milk powder demand leaves Hong Kong shelves bare
China food safety concerns and a strong currency are prompting a flood of Chinese parents to sweep supplies of milk powder...
Kids gain extra pounds after tonsil surgery
Some kids pack on extra weight when their tonsils are removed, U.S. researchers conclude in a review of earlier studies....
Bariatric surgery cuts pounds, adds years
Obese individuals may add years to their lives by drastically cutting pounds with bariatric surgery, according to a new review...
New U.S. diet guidelines push calorie reduction, exercise
Americans need to cut salt, eat less but at the same time eat more fruits and vegetables, the Obama administration said on...
South Carolina scientist works to grow meat in lab
In a small laboratory on an upper floor of the basic science building at the Medical University of South Carolina, Vladimir...
NPS bowel drug meets goal of clinical trial
A pivotal trial of NPS Pharmaceuticals Inc's experimental drug Gattex found that it reduced the need for intravenous feeding...
Study finds no evidence black cohosh damages liver
Despite reports of liver damage in some women using black cohosh to ease menopause symptoms, clinical trials testing one...
U.S. farmers get approval to plant GMO alfalfa
The United States said on Thursday farmers could proceed with planting genetically altered alfalfa without any of the restrictions...
Extra calcium, vitamin D no bone booster for men
Taking extra vitamin D and calcium doesn't seem to prevent bone-thinning in older men, according to Australian researchers....
Some people choose smaller meals when offered
Offering downsized meal portions in addition to normal ones at cafeterias may help some people cut their calorie intake,...
Pakistan province faces acute hunger-UNICEF
Pakistan's Sindh province, hit hard by last year's floods, is suffering levels of malnutrition almost as critical as Chad...
Industry debuts new U.S. food labels, critics pan
U.S. grocers joined with food and drink makers to unveil a new system on Monday for putting nutritional information on packages...
Diet programs may not help dodge disease risk
Losing weight is often touted as a way to improve health, but many weight-loss programs may not help stave off disease since...
'Healthy' waist may be a bit bigger for black women
The definition of a 'healthy' waistline may have a bit more wiggle room for African-American women than for white women,...
Toddler self-control can predict health and wealth
Children who have low levels of self-control at three are more likely to have health and money problems and a criminal record...
EU plans new rules to avoid fresh dioxin feed scare
The European Union will propose new regulations in the coming weeks to try and avoid a repeat of Germany's recent dioxin...
Thousands protest in Berlin over dioxin scandal
Thousands of German protesters marched in Berlin on Saturday to demand a change in farming methods and vent their anger at...
Sleep off those extra pounds, kids: study
A lack of shuteye over the weekend could be piling extra weight on American children, a sixth of whom are already obese,...
WHO wants food marketing curbs for child obesity
Governments must work with industry to restrict advertising of foods high in salt, sugar and dangerous fats targeted at children...
Wal-Mart unveils healthier food program
Wal-Mart Stores Inc unveiled a plan to promote healthier and more affordable foods at its stores, a move supported by U.S....
Sarkozy vows health system fix after drug furor
French President Nicolas Sarkozy pledged on Thursday to shake up the healthcare system and root out fraud after a report...
Injured astronaut replaced for next shuttle mission
NASA is replacing the lead spacewalker for its next shuttle mission after the veteran astronaut was injured in a bike accident...
Save the planet: Swap steaks for bugs and worms
All you need to do to save the rainforest, improve your diet, better your health, cut global carbon emissions and slash your...
Germany announces anti-dioxin action plan
Germany on Friday announced a plan to enforce higher standards in animal feed production after the discovery of the toxic...
Evidence suggests role for chemicals in diabetes
Evidence suggests that some chemicals, especially chemicals in cigarette smoke, might cause some cases of diabetes and obesity,...
Diabetics join fray in French weight pill furor
Representatives of French diabetes sufferers and consumers demanded a government crackdown on the pharmaceuticals industry...
Scientists make chickens that don't spread bird flu
British scientists have developed genetically modified (GM) chickens that cannot transmit bird flu infections - a step that...
Sesame and nut allergies may often strike together
Compared to children without peanut or tree nut allergies, kids who have both these allergies may also be more likely to...
Germans buy less eggs, meat after dioxin alert
Egg, chicken and pork sales have slumped in Germany since a health alert following the discovery of the highly toxic chemical...
China arrests 96 over tainted milk: source
Chinese police have arrested 96 people for using melamine-tainted milk powder to produce dairy products, state media said...
Dioxin-tainted pork possibly sold in Germany
Pork tainted with the highly toxic chemical dioxin may have been sold in Germany, authorities said on Wednesday. German and...
Frozen burgers in California and Oregon recalled
Around 226,400 pounds of frozen ground beef has been recalled after consumers complained of discoloration and off-odors,...
Can New Jersey's Christie overcome weight bias?
New Jersey Governor Chris Christie is a rising star of the Republican Party seen as having a shot at a White House run, raising...
Age-appropriate exercises gain ground in 2011
Health clubs, aware that the fitness needs of boomers, people in their 30s and 40s and youths differ, will be offering more...
Likely no tie between male birth defect, chemical
There's no link between pregnant women drinking water with a chemical linked to disinfectants and the rate of a particular...
West coast tamale meat products recalled: USDA
A California company has recalled around 144,633 pounds of frozen meat and poultry products due to a failure to declare an...
Study suggests economic insecurity boosts obesity
The stress of being exposed to economic insecurity may mean people living in countries with so-called "free market" economies...
REFILE: Drugs may level fertility playing field for obese
Heavy women often have a harder time getting pregnant than their slimmer peers, but new findings suggest weight may cease...
Can diet protect against asthma?
What you eat might affect your risk of developing allergies or asthma, and possibly that of your kids, hints a new review...
Drugs may level fertility playing field for obese
Heavy women often have a harder time getting pregnant than their slimmer peers, but new findings suggest weight may cease...
China tobacco industry foils anti-smoking efforts
China's tobacco industry is foiling efforts to control smoking and Chinese leaders must give stronger support to measures...
Bread at top of UK sodium-rich food purchases
Bread is second only to table salt when it comes to the sodium content of UK food purchases, closely followed by dried package...
Healthy choices tied to kids' cholesterol changes
While unchecked cholesterol may spell trouble for adults, the picture is less clear for kids, whose cholesterol levels often...
Funding uncertain for US food safety overhaul
Even before President Barack Obama signed food safety legislation, congressional Republicans were promising a fight over...
Fishy diet comes with lower risk of stroke
Women who eat more than three servings of fish per week are less likely to experience a stroke, a new study suggests. Specifically,...
Children speaking up about crime, abuse - US study
Children are increasingly stepping forward and telling school officials, doctors and the police when they have been the victims...
Chad is world leader in chest pain
A new survey of chest pain reports worldwide finds that the most afflicted country is the African nation of Chad, where 24...
Family history of alcoholism raises obesity risk
People with a family history of alcoholism may be turning to high-calorie treats instead of booze to satisfy their addiction,...
Diet may mitigate toxic effects of arsenic
People drinking water naturally contaminated with high levels of arsenic may benefit from eating more radishes, sweet potatoes...
Britain unveils industry-backed healthy-eating plan
The British government unveiled a 250 million pound ($390 million) industry-financed plan to promote good eating on Sunday...
Eating lots of red meat ups women's stroke risk
Women who eat a lot of red meat may be putting themselves at increased risk of stroke, a new study in more than 30,000 Swedish...
Minnesota sues 3M over pollution claims
The state of Minnesota sued 3M Co on Thursday, saying that the company contaminated the state's waters for decades with chemicals...
Canada to put bigger health warnings on cigarettes
Canada will slap larger and enhanced warning labels on cigarette packs, the government announced on Thursday in a step critics...
More evidence olive oil and veggies help the heart
It's no secret that eating well is good for both body and mind, so it may not come as a surprise that a new study finds women...
French "No Anorexia" model dies at age 28
A French model who campaigned against anorexia by posing nude for an advertising campaign while suffering from the disease...
Mediterranean diet tied to slower mental decline
People who eat and drink like the Greeks may think a little more clearly into old age, hints a new study. The findings add...
Nutrition labels for meat, poultry by 2012: USDA
Nutritional labels will be mandatory on 40 popular cuts of meat and poultry products beginning in 2012, a measure the U.S....
REFILE: Water crisis grows in Northern Ireland
Fears of a public health crisis in Northern Ireland grew on Wednesday as the state water provider warned supplies would not...
Pre-pregnancy weight not tied to kids' behavior
Despite some evidence to the contrary, women who are overweight before pregnancy may not have kids who are more vulnerable...
Study finds high rate of ER trips for food allergies
Food allergies may send more Americans to emergency rooms each year than commonly believed, a new study suggests. Between...
Water crisis grows in Northern Ireland
Fears of a public health crisis in Northern Ireland grew on Wednesday as the state water provider warned supplies would not...
"Science sense" list trashes celebrity health tips
Science campaigners laid bare some of the most dubious celebrity-endorsed health tips on Wednesday, rubbishing ideas such...
Babies may gain extra weight on standard formula
All infant formulas may not be equal when it comes to babies' weight gain over their first months of life, a new study finds....
Some soy supplements OK for long-term use
Menopausal women who take a certain type of soy supplement long-term aren't at increased risk for breast cancer or any other...
Forget deprivation, diets focus on healthy eating
If living without pasta and bread, or giving up cheese and bacon make losing weight difficult, the latest diet books may...
China mulls GMO food law, grain law ready in 2011
China's National People's Congress, or parliament, is proposing legislation on the management of genetically modified (GMO)...
Fish oil won't accelerate weight loss
Fish oil capsules won't help boost weight loss if you're already dieting and exercising, new research in the American Journal...
Quitting smoking improves cholesterol
Smokers who successfully quit may enjoy yet another health benefit: improved cholesterol profiles. A boost in "good" cholesterol...
REFILE: Shea nuts appear safe in allergy study
Shea butter is in everything from diaper cream to tissue paper, but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration considers shea...
Little screening of kids for obesity complications
Only a minority of obese youths are screened for diabetes, liver problems and high cholesterol, electronic medical records...
Shea nuts appear safe in allergy study
about a dozen annually. Dr. Kanwaljit K. Chawla, a pediatrician in training at Mount Sinai School of Medicine in New York...
Arena eyes obesity drug refiling by end of 2011
Arena Pharmaceuticals Inc plans to resubmit its application for its experimental weight-loss drug by the end of next year,...
Elan, Biogen ask for virus issue on Tysabri label
Elan and Biogen Idec have asked regulators for a green light to change the label on the multiple sclerosis drug Tysabri (natalizumab)...
Fatty acid in dairy foods may lower diabetes risk
People with higher intakes of a fat found mainly in dairy products might have lower odds of developing diabetes, a new study...
Moms who take folic acid, iron have smarter kids
Children in rural Nepal whose mothers were given iron and folic acid supplements during pregnancy were smarter, more organized...
Exercise, vitamin D tied to fewer falls
Vitamin D supplementation and exercise may help prevent older men and women from falling, suggests a new review of 54 studies...
Meal replacements don't help obese teens slim down
Replacing regular meals with shakes and prepackaged entrees boosts obese teens' weight loss in the early stages of dieting,...
Liquor store density linked to domestic violence
Opening more neighborhood pubs and liquor stores could lead to more violence in local residents' homes, hints a new Australian...
Iraqi refugees match Californians in obesity rates
Iraqi refugees newly arrived in the United States are exhibiting high rates of chronic health conditions, including the same...
Does lunch in front of a computer make us eat more?
Many of us eat lunch parked in front of a computer, but that habit might be boosting our appetite for dessert, a small study...
Jury rules against Lorillard in child smoking case
A Massachusetts jury on Tuesday ordered U.S. cigarette maker Lorillard Inc to pay damages to a dead smoker's family for allegedly...
Too fat? Study fingers one "thrifty gene" suspect
Looking beyond obvious causes of obesity like overeating, scientists said on Wednesday they may have found a gene that also...
Tainted food sickens 48 mln in US each year: CDC
Foodborne illnesses kill 3,000 Americans every year and make 48 million sick, and most are never identified, U.S. health...
Healthy lifestyle, healthy eyes in old age
People who lead overall healthy lives -- getting exercise, eating right, and not smoking -- are significantly more likely...
Poverty equals obesity? Study bucks common wisdom
Women who are poor are much more likely to be obese but men are not, U.S. government researchers said on Tuesday in a report...
EPA says saccharin not a threat after all
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has dropped the artificial sweetener saccharin from its list of hazardous substances,...
Staying active really does beat middle-age spread
People who keep up an active lifestyle into middle-age gain fewer pounds and inches over time -- and the benefit may be even...
Goodbye to folic acid deficiency?
A scan of the Canadian population reveals that, thanks largely to fortified foods, almost no one is deficient in folic acid,...
Alzheimer's study finds HDL good for brain, too
In addition to being good for the heart, high levels of so-called "good" cholesterol may protect against Alzheimer's disease,...
High vitamin D may not protect against frailty
Older women with low blood levels of vitamin D may have an increased risk of frailty -- but the high vitamin D levels that...
Less sugar, equal taste from healthy cereal
Kids who start the day with a bowl of sugary cereal are consuming almost twice the sugar they would take in eating healthier...
Low vitamin D not linked to semen quality
Vitamin D deficiency is taking blame for a growing list of health problems. Weak sperm, however, may not be one of them,...
Broccoli may not fight lung cancer in non-smokers
Some studies have hinted that eating your broccoli might help prevent lung cancer. But a new study of non-smoking women finds...
Food-safety overhaul rides on funding bill
The biggest overhaul of the U.S. food safety system in decades took a major step toward becoming law on Wednesday when House...
General Mills steps down sugar in kids' cereals
General Mills Inc is lowering the amount of sugar in its children's breakfast cereals to no more than 10 grams per serving...
U.S. advisers back first new diet pill in a decade
The first new weight-loss pill in a decade moved closer to U.S. approval on Tuesday, when a panel of expert advisers backed...
Retailers slam crackers health and safety rule
Britain's retailers are being forced to demand age-identification from shoppers seeking to buy Christmas crackers because...
Orexigen diet drug wins advisory panel backing
U.S. health advisers recommended approval of the first new weight-loss pill in a decade on Tuesday, backing Orexigen Therapeutics...
Home monitoring tech may ease world health burden
Many people believe devices that allow doctors to monitor patients' vital signs in their homes offer a potential way to save...
Parasites may protect against allergies
Children infected with hookworm or other intestinal parasites may be less likely than uninfected children to have allergies,...
Half of Europe's adults overweight or obese: report
More than half of adults in the European Union are overweight or obese, piling pressure onto their own health, their nations'...
Some kiwi varieties may be less allergy-inducing
With kiwifruit becoming ubiquitous in grocery stores worldwide, reports of allergic reactions to the fruit have also increased....
A day without genetically altered orange juice
For many Americans, few things seem more wholesome than a glass of fresh-squeezed Florida orange juice, the original "natural...
Orexigen diet drug gets mixed review
Orexigen Therapeutics's diet drug appears to help some people lose weight but heart risks and other issues remain a concern,...
Allergan urges broader use of weight-loss implant
An approved stomach band can help people who are less obese than those now considered good candidates for weight-loss surgery,...
Salty diet does harm in heart failure
People who've experienced heart failure and eat a high-salt diet are more likely to end up in the hospital, a new study finds....
Treating dengue more difficult with growing obesity
Experts warned Friday that treating dengue, a potentially fatal disease caused by a mosquito-borne virus, will become more...
Misstep stymies sweeping food safety overhaul
The Senate may have to vote again on a sweeping overhaul of U.S. food safety rules due to a procedural misstep, giving opponents...
Study confirms what a healthy weight really is
What is the healthiest weight to be? People hoping for a little jiggle room may be disappointed -- it is the weight already...
Donor milk may lack key nutrients for preemies
Breast milk helps protect premature babies from potentially fatal complications, but a new study shows that donated breast...
EU states back country-of-origin labels for meat
European Union governments will say next week that all pork, poultry and lamb sold in the bloc must carry country-of-origin...
Allergan stomach band may work in less obese
Allergan's already approved stomach band was effective for reducing weight in a broader group of obese patients, U.S. reviewers...
Should you eat protein before exercise, or after?
Eating protein after exercising may help rev up the body's muscle-making machinery, in both young and older men alike, a...
Weight Watchers updates popular points system
Weight Watchers, the international weight-management and packaged food company, has revised its popular points weight-loss...
Senate passes overhaul of US food safety system
The Senate passed the largest overhaul of the U.S. food safety system in decades on Tuesday, a response to massive recalls...
UK to hike tax on strong beer, cut for weak beer
Britain will raise the tax rate on high-strength beer and cut duty on weaker beer from late 2011 as part of efforts to tackle...
Public holiday in Iran's capital due to pollution
Iranian authorities have declared a two-day public holiday in the capital and some other cities in an attempt to reduce dangerous...
North Americans get plenty of calcium, vitamin D
Most people in the United States and Canada get plenty of vitamin D and calcium, and may damage their health by taking too...
Consumers, companies see room to improve at FDA
Companies and consumers both feel the U.S. Food and Drug Administration does a good job, but high-profile drug recalls have...
Human excreta may help secure future food security
Human excreta could have a key role in securing future food security, helping prevent a sharp drop in yields of crops such...
Skipping breakfast may not enlarge a kid's lunch
Skipping breakfast may not change how much food a kid eats during the rest of the day, suggests a new study. But missing...
Fish health benefits may outweigh mercury concerns
It may be a red herring to worry over whether people who eat lots of fish may lose whatever heart benefits they might have...
Quaker Canada recalls granola bars in allergy risk
Quaker Canada is voluntarily recalling granola bars after two packages were found to wrongly contain bars that could cause...
Beware E. coli when drinking raw milk: study
A government investigation published this month has tied raw milk consumption to a 2008 outbreak of E. coli in Connecticut,...
Eat more protein, fewer refined carbs to stay slim
A team of European researchers confirms what many weight-loss gurus have claimed: eating more protein and fewer refined carbohydrates...
Alpha-carotene linked to longer life
Eating lots of orange and dark green veggies such as carrots, sweet potatoes and green beans may be tied to less disease...
Many young women may misjudge their weight
Many young women may not realize whether their weight is healthy or not, which could have consequences for their diet and...
School lunch programs might break poverty cycle
Teens who live in households where food is scarce suffer academically, but a new study has found that government programs...
J&J recalls kids' Benadryl, Jr.-strength Motrin
Johnson & Johnson's McNeil unit has begun a voluntary recall of Children's Benadryl allergy tablets, in cherry and grape...
Half of Americans facing diabetes by 2020: report
More than half of Americans will have diabetes or be prediabetic by 2020 at a cost to the U.S. health care system of $3.35...
Moms' mealtime tactics tied to kids' eating habits
School-age children whose mothers tightly control their diets may be prone to overeating, while those with moms who pressure...
Obesity weighs on the wealthy in poor countries
The obesity epidemic has taken hold in many developing countries, new research finds, with the burden weighing almost entirely...
Arthritis drug less effective for obese patients
Obese adults with rheumatoid arthritis may be less likely than thinner people to respond to some of the newer medications...
Organ fat linked to liver surgery problems
The amount of fat packed between a patient's organs may help predict problems following major liver surgery, suggests a new...
FDA warns makers of caffeinated alcoholic drinks
U.S. regulators warned makers of caffeinated alcoholic drinks that their products are unsafe and violate federal laws, following...
Deaths, injuries among grain workers hit record
Accidents in grain silos, storage bins and other facilities killed and injured a record number of workers through October...
Vegetable-rich diet linked to lower fracture risk
Older women who eat plenty of fruits, vegetables and whole grains may have a lower likelihood of suffering a bone fracture...
Food safety bill clears key hurdle in US Senate
The U.S. food supply, battered by a series of recalls after millions were sickened, moved a step closer toward its first...
Weight loss in pregnancy linked to benefits, risks
Obese women who lose weight during pregnancy may have a lower risk of certain pregnancy complications, but -- with the exception...
Can Red Bull fuel better driving?
Dutch researchers say they've found that a can of Red Bull does wonders for driving ability over long hauls, reducing fatigue...
Fish oil does not help atrial fibrillation: study
Taking a high dose of fish oil does not prevent symptoms of atrial fibrillation, a common heart rhythm problem that can cause...
Omega-3s no benefit on top of modern heart drugs
Omega-3 fatty acids may offer no added benefit for heart attack survivors who are already taking the best available drugs,...
San Francisco mayor to veto curb on fast-food toys
San Francisco Mayor Gavin Newsom plans to veto a new city law that would curb toy giveaways in unhealthy restaurant meals...
World health officials debate new tobacco controls
Health officials from across the world gathered on Monday in Uruguay to discuss tighter controls on tobacco that are rejected...
Less salt for teens means healthier adults
If teens could reduce their daily salt consumption by 3,000 milligrams, they would cut their risk for heart disease and stroke...
Probiotics may ease kids' belly aches
A daily dose of "friendly bacteria" could provide relief for kids suffering from the cruel pain of a chronic tummy ache,...
No link found between iron and breast cancer
While some prior research has hinted at a link between meat consumption and breast cancer, a large new study suggests that...
Doctors urge caution with popular energy drinks
Even though energy drinks are hugely popular and can be bought just about anywhere from corner markets to big-box stores...
Probiotics may help shorten diarrhea
Probiotic bacteria may help drive out bad ones that can grow in the gut and cause diarrhea, suggests a review of more than...
Cheap obesity steps could have major health impact
Taxing junk food, limiting food adverts and making labels clearer could be the best way to curb rising obesity levels in...
Could baby formula help prevent childhood diabetes?
Researchers said on Wednesday they found some evidence that keeping babies off cow's milk may help prevent the development...
Omega-3's linked to a lower risk of gum disease
People who consume a good amount of omega-3's -- the fatty acids predominantly found in oily fish -- may have a lower risk...
Is ADHD tied to adulthood obesity?
Young adults with a history of symptoms of attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be more likely than their...
China court sentences melamine milk activist to jail
A Chinese court on Wednesday handed down a two-and-a-half year jail sentence to a man who organized a website for parents...
San Francisco OKs limits on toys with fast food
San Francisco will soon be the first major U.S. city to restrict the fast-food industry's practice of giving away toys with...
Teens carry extra pounds into adulthood, add more
The U.S. might be missing an opportunity to rein-in bulging waistlines, according to a new report that shows many obese teens...
Ex-Glaxo lawyer indicted for role in US drug probe
A former lawyer for pharmaceutical giant GlaxoSmithKline Plc has been indicted for lying and obstructing an investigation...
Arena drug helps diabetics lose weight in trial
A new clinical trial of Arena Pharmaceuticals Inc's diet pill, which was turned down last month by U.S. regulators, found...
Chocolate eaters may have healthier hearts: study
Older women who eat more chocolate are less likely to develop heart problems over a nearly 10-year-period, new study findings...
Fast-food restaurants target US kids, study shows
Fast-food restaurants are stepping up efforts to market themselves and unhealthy food products to children and toddlers with...
Red meat linked to esophageal, stomach cancer risks
Red-meat lovers may have a greater likelihood of developing certain cancers of the throat and stomach than people who limit...
Vitamin E linked to risk of certain types of stroke
People should be cautious about taking vitamin E supplements regularly because doing so can increase the risk of a certain...
Mediterranean diet tied to reduced weight gain
People who follow a diet typical of the Mediterranean region might dodge the added pounds that often come with aging, hints...
Multivitamins don't reduce diabetes risk
Vitamins and supplements are big business in the US Half of Americans routinely take them to the tune of about $23 billion...
Hemophilia drug can damage heart, study finds
Using high doses of Novo Nordisk's anti-clotting medicine to treat dangerous bleeding in non-hemophiliacs may raise the risk...
U.S. awards $1 billion to small biotechs
The U.S. government announced $1 billion worth of grants and tax credits on Wednesday to small biotechnology companies to...
Poor women often gain too many pregnancy pounds
A new study finds that young, low-income women often gain too much weight during pregnancy, raising concerns about the potential...
Toxic chemicals found deep at BP oil spill site
Toxic chemicals at levels high enough to kill sea animals extended deep underwater soon after the BP oil spill, U.S. researchers...
No link seen between high-carb diet, colon cancer
Chinese women who eat a traditional diet rich in white rice and other starchy foods that spur a surge in blood sugar do not...
San Francisco law curbs McDonald's Happy Meal toys
San Francisco on Tuesday became the first major U.S. city to pass a law that cracks down on the popular practice of giving...
Science takes a fresh look at mind-bending drugs
Illicit drugs may be a scourge of modern life but the use of mind-altering substances is threaded through human history and...
Governments should regulate food salt content: study
Governments should impose controls on salt content in food in order to combat heart disease, rather than leaving food producers...
Obesity programs little help for black girls
Two large initiatives designed to prevent African-American girls from becoming obese are not very successful at it, according...
Sweet drinks widely available in US schools: study
Despite efforts to limit their availability, public elementary school students in the United States have more outlets to...
Peanuts during pregnancy tied to kid's allergy
Children of moms who ate a lot of peanuts while pregnant may be at an increased risk of developing an allergy to the nut,...
Monounsaturated fats boost "good" cholesterol
The monounsaturated fats found in vegetable oils, nuts and avocados can help boost a person's "good" cholesterol levels when...
Drug experts say alcohol worse than crack or heroin
Alcohol is a more dangerous drug than both crack and heroin when the combined harms to the user and to others are assessed,...
CORRECTION: Vitamin B12 tied to Alzheimer's
Vitamin B12 may help protect against Alzheimer's disease, according to a study out Monday. The study suggests that seniors...
Stress may have only small impact on weight
Despite the common belief that stress causes people to pack on the pounds, a new research review finds that, on average,...
Extending daylight could boost health, help planet
Putting the clocks back in winter is bad for health, wastes energy and increases pollution, scientists say, and putting an...
UPDATE: Cholesterol-lowering red yeast rice products vary
Red yeast rice products, marketed as a natural alternative to drugs that lower cholesterol, vary widely in the amount of...
U.S. states settle with Bayer over vitamin claims
Attorneys general in Illinois, Oregon and California said on Tuesday that Bayer AG agreed to a $3.3 million settlement over...
Healthy life could prevent 23 percent of colon cancers
Getting people to eat a healthy diet, not smoke, cut down on alcohol and exercise more could prevent almost a quarter of...
Food security risk if crop biodiversity lost: report
Future global food security may be at risk unless greater efforts are made to conserve and use the genetic diversity of cultivated...
'Natural' statins vary in quality, study finds
Red yeast rice supplements, sold as a "natural" alternative to cholesterol-lowering statin drugs, vary widely in how much...
FDA rejects weight-loss drug
Arena Pharmaceuticals Inc said on Saturday U.S. health officials have rejected its experimental obesity pill, citing cancer...
Rubbish crisis making us ill, say Naples residents
Clutching her sickly 1-1/2-year-old son, Anna Langella says the family doctor had this simple prescription for her: move...
REFILE: Higher education tied to rare form of diabetes
People who attend college may be at greater risk of developing a less common form of diabetes associated with autoimmunity,...
Higher education tied to rare form of diabetes
People who attend college may be at greater risk of developing a less common form of diabetes associated with autoimmunity,...
Diabetes to double or triple in U.S. by 2050
Up to a third of U.S. adults could have diabetes by 2050 if Americans continue to gain weight and avoid exercise, the Centers...
Collards and carrots may ward off breast cancer
Eating lots of carrots and cruciferous vegetables -- collard greens, cabbage, broccoli -- could reduce breast cancer risk,...
Fish oil no help for mom's mood, baby's development
Fish oil capsules are a cheap and easy way to get omega-3 fatty acids, but they don't help pregnant women steer clear of...
REFILE: Vitamin B12 tied to Alzheimer's
Vitamin B12 may help protect against Alzheimer's disease, according to a study out Monday. The study suggests that seniors...
Vitamin B12 tied to Alzheimer's
Vitamin B12 may help protect against Alzheimer's disease, according to a study out Monday. The study suggests that seniors...
Watch the lime juice when drinking Corona: skin doc
Have you seen the Corona TV ad in which a woman, irritated that her beach companion has been staring at a bikini-clad blonde,...
More support for soy after breast cancer
More evidence suggests eating soy may pose a slight benefit to some women who have been diagnosed with breast cancer, but...
Metabolic syndrome continues to climb in the U.S.
There is no end in sight for the increasing rate of metabolic syndrome among Americans, with the prevalence growing among...
CORRECTION: Pepper supplement may not work for weight loss
A chemical found in chili peppers that is being touted as a weight loss aid may not be as useful as its manufacturer would...
Folic acid supplements no help for the heart
Supplements containing folic acid are known to cut levels of a protein in the blood implicated in heart disease, but a large...
Pepper supplement may not work for weight loss
A chemical found in chili peppers that is being touted as a weight loss aid may not be as useful as its manufacturer would...
Emotional ordeal for Chile miners far from over
Chile's trapped miners have set survival records for enduring more than two months in the depths of a collapsed mine, but...
29 countries' hunger levels 'alarming' - report
Twenty-nine countries show alarming levels of hunger and more than a billion people were hungry in 2009, according to a new...
U.S. pulls Abbott's Meridia diet drug off market
Abbott Laboratories' has pulled its controversial diet drug, Meridia, off the U.S. market after regulators said it was too...
Fewer than 1 in 20 in U.S. eat enough whole grains
People who eat plenty of whole grains have higher quality diets overall, new research shows; the problem is that, in the...
New York takes new aim at sugary drinks
New York expanded its anti-obesity campaign on Thursday with a proposal to ban the use of food stamps to buy sugary drinks,...
One fifth of Americans have arthritis, survey shows
More than 22 percent of Americans have arthritis, with a million new cases being diagnosed every year, according to a new...
Fish-filled diet may cut prostate cancer mortality
Eating lots of fish may not protect men from developing prostate cancer, but it could reduce their risk of dying from the...
Poor healthcare may shorten American lives: study
Americans die sooner than citizens of a dozen other developed nations and the usual suspects - obesity, traffic accidents...
U.S. FDA to push for more investment in science
U.S. health regulators plan to spend millions of dollars to step up their scientific prowess in a move that officials say...
Gorging study shows with fat, location matters
Researchers who persuaded slender volunteers to gorge themselves on sweets to gain weight said on Monday they have overturned...
Mental acuity not linked to calcium, vitamin D
Despite some evidence to the contrary, people's blood levels of calcium and vitamin D may be unrelated to their thinking,...
Sleep loss might thwart dieters' fat loss
Getting too little sleep might prevent dieters from losing as much body fat as they otherwise would have, a small study suggests....
Employer wellness programs could benefit families
Employers are in a potentially powerful position to help employees and their families make healthier choices, hints a new...
After 50 years, Americans still eat too much salt
Despite warnings about the risk, Americans have not reduced the salt in their diets in 50 years, Harvard School of Public...
Study hints multivitamins aid women's heart health
Taking multivitamins may help women without cardiovascular disease to ward off a heart attack, new research shows. But vitamin...
Coffee, tea linked to lower risk of brain tumor
Coffee and tea lovers may have a decreased likelihood of developing the most common form of malignant brain tumor in adults,...
Saudis say Similac ban only on tainted batches
A Saudi ban on Abbott Laboratories' Similac powdered infant formula applies only to batches cited by the U.S. firm as containing...
Gym culture not working out for the French
The French may love to look good but few are willing to work up a sweat over it. Despite increasing awareness of the benefits...
Could gene explain coffee's effects on Parkinson's?
Researchers have found a gene that may explain why coffee may lower the risk of Parkinson's disease for some people, and...
Antidepressant use tied to increased diabetes risk
People who use antidepressants for the long term may be more likely to develop type 2 diabetes than non-users -- including...
Heightened suicide risk after weight-loss surgery
Severely obese people who undergo weight-loss surgery may have a higher-than-average risk of suicide in the years following...
Caffeine may not up preterm birth risk
A new analysis adds to evidence that pregnant women can have a morning cup of coffee without fearing they will raise their...
Diabetes risk may fall as magnesium intake climbs
Getting enough magnesium in your diet could help prevent diabetes, a new study suggests. People who consumed the most magnesium...
Heart-healthy diet doesn't have to be costly
Spending more on food isn't the only way to buy the healthiest diet, new research shows. "Increased spending on nuts, soy...
More aid needed to fight child hunger in Chad: UN
Up to a quarter of children in parts of Chad are facing acute hunger despite an easing of the overall famine threat across...
Abbott identifies recalled baby formula lots
Abbott Laboratories posted a list of lot numbers on Thursday for the millions of recalled containers of its Similac powdered...
Heavy kids get less family help with buying a car
Parents may be less willing to shell out the cash to help their child buy a car if that child is overweight or obese, new...
U.N. to boost poverty goals in $40 billion plan
U.N. chief Ban Ki-moon will launch on Wednesday a $40 billion global strategy to save the lives of 16 million women and children...
Abbott recalls beetle-tainted Similac baby formula
Abbott Laboratories Inc said it is recalling millions of containers of its top-selling Similac powdered infant formulas after...
Clinton unveils U.S. funds for clean cookstove push
Secretary of State Hillary Clinton announced on Tuesday a U.S. contribution of some $50 million toward providing clean cooking...
Three squares may beat mini-meals for weight loss
Sitting down to eat a real meal three times a day may be a better strategy for weight loss than grazing on several smaller...
US obesity rates remain 'disturbingly high'
Chances are slim to none that the US will meet its public health goal of sharply reducing the number of obese adults by this...
Researchers develop protein-packed potato in India
Researchers in India have developed a genetically modified potato that is packed with up to 60 percent more protein and increased...
More doctors moving to e-prescriptions
U.S. doctors increasingly are ditching pen and paper and sending prescriptions to pharmacies electronically, lured by up...
'Pre-diabetes' raises risk of heart attack, stroke
A set of conditions known to accompany or portend type 2 diabetes, including obesity and high blood sugar, could more than...
FDA panel to consider GMO salmon
The first genetically modified animal could move one step closer to the U.S. market on Monday, when a federal advisory panel...
More teens get unapproved weight-loss surgery
A type of weight-loss surgery not approved for adolescents is becoming more and more common among teens in California, according...
FDA reviewers don't understand obesity drug: Arena
Shares of Arena Pharmaceuticals Inc plunged anew on Friday as the company blamed a lack of understanding on the part of U.S....
Family meals' fat-fighting effects vary by race
Eating family meals may help fight obesity in white children, but it doesn't seem to benefit black children much, and could...
Senate confirms Hagen as USDA food safety chief
Senators on Thursday approved Elizabeth Hagen as the top food-safety official at the U.S. Agriculture Department, a post...
Drinking coffee lowers risk of gout in older women
A few cups of java every day over many years cuts the risk of gout in postmenopausal women in half, Boston researchers report....
U.S. panel splits on Abbott diet drug ban
A U.S. advisory panel was divided over whether to recommend banning Abbott Laboratories' controversial weight-loss drug on...
Making own meals may not mean better diet quality
Young adults who have a hand in making their own meals may not eat much better than those who leave dinner to someone else,...
Obesity surgery tied to lower diabetes risk in pregnancy
Severely obese women who undergo weight-loss surgery may have a decreased risk of developing diabetes during future pregnancies,...
Diet drug Meridia faces US fight to stay on market
Amid a battle to reshape the nearly $400 million obesity drug sector, Abbott Laboratories faces a critical test on Wednesday...
Post-pregnancy weight loss tied to incontinence risk
It may not be how much weight a woman gains during pregnancy, but how much she loses afterward, that affects her risk of...
Scientists see risks and benefits in nano foods
In a taste of things to come, food scientists say they have cooked up a way of using nanotechnology to make low-fat or fat-free...
Famine threat in Africa's Sahel eases - for now
Abundant rains in Chad have raised hopes for an end to severe food shortages but the effects will linger and lead to new...
Industry has sway over food safety system: study
The food industry is jeopardizing U.S. public health by withholding information from food safety investigators or pressuring...
UN poverty, hunger goals achievable: draft
A set of U.N. goals aimed at drastically reducing poverty and hunger worldwide by 2015 are achievable, despite setbacks caused...
Roche suspends dosing in diabetes drug trials
Roche Holding has stopped giving patients its experimental diabetes treatment taspoglutide in late stage clinical trials...
Enriched soybean oil provides fish-free omega-3s
Enriched soybean oil may be a sustainable alternative to fish oil for obtaining heart-healthy omega-3s, suggests a new Monsanto...
Alcohol may influence breast cancer recurrence
Among women who survive early-stage breast cancer, some who make a habit of having a few drinks per week could face a greater...
USDA knew of problems at egg recall farm: report
U.S. Department of Agriculture experts knew about sanitary problems at one of the two Iowa farms at the center of a massive...
Risks of old, new diet drugs face U.S. scrutiny
The risks of a potential new diet pill and a 13-year-old weight-loss medicine face U.S. scrutiny next week as medical experts...
Colon cancer more deadly for large-waisted women
Older women with bulging bellies are at greater risk of dying from colon cancer after being diagnosed with the disease than...
Do kids, men need folic acid from a pill?
With the advent of folic-acid supplementation of certain foods, few Canadians are now getting too little of the B vitamin,...
Multivitamins may not slow colon cancer
Taking a multivitamin is unlikely to help colon cancer patients in battling the disease, suggests a new study. "There is...
B vitamins found to halve aging brain shrinkage
Daily tablets of large doses of B vitamins can halve the rate of brain shrinkage in elderly people with memory problems and...
Short sleep ups future obesity risk in young kids
Young children who don't get enough sleep may be at greater risk of becoming overweight or obese later on, new research shows....
Higher heart risk seen in younger African Americans
African Americans are known to have a higher rate of heart disease and stroke than whites, and a new study suggests that...
Report says obesity surgery can save health costs
Providing surgical treatment for people who are morbidly obese could save British taxpayer-funded health services and the...
Aqua Bounty biotech salmon OK to eat: FDA staff
Aqua Bounty Technologies Inc's genetically engineered salmon are as safe to eat as other Atlantic salmon, U.S. regulators...
Food safety a "priority" for U.S. Senate-Reid aide
Passing food safety reform legislation this year is a "priority" for the U.S. Senate, said a spokesman for Senate Democratic...
Too little sleep bad for teenagers' diets: study
Teenagers who sleep less than eight hours a night on weeknights eat more fatty foods and snacks than those who get more than...
Soy may ease sleep problems in older women
The estrogen-like compounds found in soy could help postmenopausal women get a better night's sleep, according to a small...
U.S. egg producers failed to follow own safety plans
Two Iowa egg farms linked to a salmonella outbreak that has sickened thousands failed to follow their own safety plans, allowing...
Scientist devises faster test for detecting E.coli
A Purdue University food scientist using infrared spectroscopy took only an hour to find harmful E. coli bacteria in ground...
Omega-3 margarines fail to help in heart study
Giving patients with a history of heart attacks margarine enriched with omega-3 oils in addition to standard drugs appears...
The chubby girl from Ipanema? Brazil gains weight
Brazilians' waistlines are bulging, belying the country's image as a place of buff sun worshipers and lithe soccer players....
US concerned about egg recall, no comment on probe
U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder said on Friday his office was concerned about the massive egg recall from Iowa farms but...
Friendly bacteria help calm colicky babies
Italian researchers offer some hopeful news for parents of colicky babies: a daily dose of "good" bacteria may help their...
Surgery for obesity increases 10-fold in England
Use of weight-loss surgery has increased 10-fold in hospitals in England since 2000 and those who have gastric bands fitted...
FDA ties chicken feed to salmonella in egg recall
Chicken feed contaminated with salmonella bacteria could have caused the outbreak at two Iowa producers that sparked a recall...
Tyson unit recalls deli sandwiches sold at Wal-Mart
A unit of Tyson Foods Inc has recalled 380,000 pounds of deli meat that may be contaminated with bacteria that can cause...
Vitamins C, E show no effect on preterm birth risk
Taking high doses of vitamins C and E during pregnancy may not change a woman's risk of preterm delivery, according to a...
Vitamin D tied to cancer, autoimmune disease genes
Scientists have found that vitamin D influences more than 200 genes, including ones related to cancer and autoimmune diseases...
Pakistan to seek IMF help for battered economy
Pakistan braced for more flooding in the south as officials were due to hold talks in Washington on Monday with the International...
FDA head says more egg recalls possible
The Food and Drug Administration commissioner on Monday said there may be more recalls of eggs in the salmonella outbreak...
Study IDs 'alarming disparities' in child obesity
While the extent of obesity among kids overall seems to have peaked, it's still climbing among African American and Native...
More U.S. cases expected in illness linked to eggs
More cases of food-borne illness are likely in a U.S. salmonella outbreak that sickened hundreds of people in three states...
Green leafy vegetables cut diabetes risk: study
Eating more green leafy vegetables can significantly cut the risk of developing diabetes, scientists said on Friday. British...
Egg recall expanded in US salmonella outbreak
A nationwide recall of eggs linked to an outbreak of salmonella that has sickened hundreds of people in three U.S. states...
Low vitamin D levels tied to pregnancy complication
A new study finds that women who develop a severe form of pregnancy-related high blood pressure tend to have lower blood...
Vitamin D not behind UVB's psoriasis benefit
Ultraviolet light therapy lessens the symptoms of psoriasis and simultaneously raises vitamin D levels, a new study shows....
Healthy eating helps reverse metabolic syndrome
People with metabolic syndrome -- a cluster of risk factors for heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes -- have a better...
Supplement may help people with depression
A small study suggests that a nutritional supplement sold over-the-counter may help some people with depression who haven't...
Burger and a statin to go? Or hold that, please?
Fast food outlets should hand out free cholesterol-lowering statin drugs to their customers to "neutralize" the heart risks...
Mercury poisoning: dark side of Colombia gold boom
Colombia's gold bonanza has a dark side, U.N. experts said on Tuesday: mercury poisoning spreading from miners to the population...
Obesity linked to lower risk of glaucoma in women
A recent study found that heavier women were less likely to get one type of glaucoma than their thinner peers - the first...
Food poisioning outbreaks down 8 pct in 2007: CDC
Foodborne disease outbreaks in the United States dropped by 8 percent in 2007 and illnesses fell 15 percent compared with...
Is obesity contributing to high c-section rates?
The larger a pregnant woman is when she checks in on delivery day, the greater her risk of having a cesarean section, suggests...
REFILE: ED supplement causes 'worrisome' heartbeat changes
Enzyte, a popular dietary supplement marketed for "male enhancement," causes electrical abnormalities in the heart that could...
What do food allergy labels really mean?
While you might be tempted to ignore those "made in a facility that processes" (something you're allergic to) labels in the...
Obesity linked to lower sperm count in young men
Young men who are obese may have a lower sperm count than their normal-weight counterparts, a new study suggests. The findings,...
ED supplement causes 'worrisome' heartbeat changes
Enzyte, a popular dietary supplement marketed for "male enhancement," causes electrical abnormalities in the heart that could...
China to check tainted milk powder reports
Chinese food safety officials are investigating reports that hormone-tainted milk powder has caused baby girls to show signs...
Puberty coming earlier for U.S. girls: study
Girls in the U.S. may be continuing to hit puberty at earlier ages, according to new research. The findings suggest earlier...
U.S. Senate votes to increase child nutrition funds
The U.S. Senate on Thursday approved $4.5 billion in additional funds for child nutrition programs over the next 10 years,...
Some evidence vitamin D might fight colds
A daily vitamin D supplement may help young men enjoy more sick-free days during cold and flu season, a small study suggests....
B vitamins may not help stroke patients
B vitamins are safe, but they don't appear to protect those who have suffered a stroke from heart attacks or new strokes,...
Kidney stones becoming more common in kids?
The number of children treated for kidney stones at some U.S. hospitals has been on the rise over the past decade, for reasons...
More than 70 million US adults obese: US CDC
More than 72 million U.S. adults, or 26.7 percent, are obese, up 1 percent in two years, the U.S. government reported Tuesday....
High cholesterol dangerous in young adults, too
Adults as young as 20 need pay attention to their cholesterol because unhealthy levels may already be damaging their arteries,...
Mediterranean diet tied to lower breast cancer risk
Women who follow a traditional Mediterranean diet may have a lower risk of developing breast cancer after menopause than...
U.S. dietary supplements often contaminated: report
Many popular dietary supplements contain ingredients that may cause cancer, heart problems, liver or kidney damage, but U.S....
Low-carb edges low-fat for heart risk factors
Low-fat and low-carbohydrate diets can be equally effective at helping obese adults shed weight over the longer term, but...
Could gut germs underlie Western allergies?
Germs living in the gut may cause higher rates of allergies, chronic stomach upsets and even obesity among children living...
Chemicals in meat may be linked to bladder cancer
The same chemicals that paint your hot dogs pink and keep botulism out of your bologna could also raise your risk of bladder...
Pass child nutrition bill: Michelle Obama
First Lady Michelle Obama is calling on the Congress to pass legislation to improve nutritional standards and help fight...
Toddler cleaning product accidents dropping in US
It's becoming safer to be a little kid, at least when it comes to accidents involving cleaning products, U.S. researchers...
The pill equally effective in obese, thin women
Despite studies suggesting that birth control pills might not work as well in obese women, a new study suggests that they...
What prevents falls after strokes? Study: Not much
While most stroke survivors will suffer falls, strategies to prevent these dangerous events continue to fall short, suggests...
For blood pressure, can you be fit but fat?
If you're trying to bring your blood pressure to healthy levels, a new study suggests that how much you weigh is more important...
Editor changes industry-backed tanning pill study
A journal editor has scrubbed a line supporting the use of a L'Oreal-Nestle tanning pill from the conclusion of a company-sponsored...
Obese patients lose weight on experimental drug
Overweight volunteers who took Orexigen's experimental drug Contrave, designed to reduce cravings, lost about 13 pounds (6...
Calcium supplements may raise risk of heart attack
Calcium supplements, which many people consume hoping to ward off osteoporosis, may increase the risk of heart attack by...
U.N. assembly asserts water rights, some disagree
The U.N. General Assembly asserted a global right to water and sanitation in a resolution on Wednesday, but more than 40...
Do multivitamins improve student performance?
Despite its well-known health benefits, a daily multivitamin may not help students ace exams or even make it to school on...
Mom's pregnancy diet not tied to wheezing risk
A woman's overall diet during pregnancy may not be related to her child's risk of developing wheezing problems by preschool...
Are kids' ER visits for food allergies on the rise?
Children's visits to the emergency room for serious food-allergy reactions may be on the rise, if the experience of one major...
REFILE: Downing diet soda tied to risk of premature birth
New research suggests that drinking lots of artificially sweetened beverages may be linked with an increased risk of premature...
Downing diet soda tied to risk of premature birth
New research suggests that drinking lots of artificially sweetened beverages may be linked with an increased risk of premature...
Heart risk factors less common in fish lovers
Middle-aged and older men who eat fish every day are less likely than infrequent fish eaters to develop a collection of risk...
German MP:overweight people must pay more on health
A conservative member of Germany's parliament wants overweight people to pay more for healthcare insurance, arguing that...
Adults born in famine show higher pre-diabetes risk
Middle-aged adults born at the height of China's famine in the 1950s and 60s may have a greater risk of abnormally high blood...
New J&J plant woes include Pepcid flavor mixups
U.S. inspectors found problems with test procedures, record-keeping and handling of consumer complaints at a Johnson & Johnson...
Good cholesterol may mean little for statin users
People with high levels of the so-called good cholesterol HDL tend to have fewer heart attacks but HDL may offer little protective...
Experts identify three culprits for gluten allergy
Researchers have identified three fragments in gluten that appear to trigger a disorder in people who are allergic to the...
No link seen between coffee, prostate cancer risk
Men who enjoy their morning cup of coffee can drink a little easier. A new research review finds that java lovers appear...
Overweight want to eat more at a meal, but don't
Overweight people may respond more to a piping hot pizza, but they don't necessarily eat more of it in a single sitting,...
Autistic kids grow normally despite limited diet
Children with autism tend to be picky eaters, but a new study suggests that their growth may not be impaired because of it....
Meat lovers may pack on the pounds over time
Being a little less carnivorous may help you stay slim, a study in hundreds of thousands of Europeans suggests. Dr. Anne-Claire...
Kids' high cholesterol may drop naturally
Very high cholesterol levels in kids may decline over time even without intervention, researchers from the U.S. Centers for...
"Gluten-free" foods may be contaminated: study
People with celiac disease and others who avoid gluten should beware that foods that are supposed to be naturally gluten-free...
U.S. advisers reject Vivus fat-fighting pill
U.S. health advisers narrowly rejected Vivus Inc's experimental weight-loss pill, saying there was not enough data to merit...
Vivus says weight loss with pill unprecedented
Vivus Inc, hoping to win approval to sell the first new prescription diet drug in more than a decade, told U.S. medical advisers...
Farm, food service jobs tied to heart disease risk
Americans in certain lines of work, including transportation, food service and farming, may have a relatively high rate of...
Mediterranean diet may not protect against asthma
Countries on the Mediterranean might enjoy low asthma rates, but their typical diet shouldn't take the credit, suggests a...
In austere times, can bribery be healthy?
Moira Christie has to ring the doorbell when she goes to visit friends these days. That's a new thing for her. Until a few...
Weight-loss drug Qnexa faces key U.S. test
The first potential U.S. prescription weight-loss pill in more than a decade could move closer to market on Thursday if it...
US officials seek limits on livestock antibiotics
Proposals to ban the use of antibiotics as a livestock growth promotant could drive up farmers costs without improving public...
Slow and steady might not win the weight-loss race
If you're trying to lose weight and keep it off, new research suggests you take up a diet and exercise plan that will help...
China lowers dairy protein requirement to curb melamine
China has lowered dairy plants' required protein levels for raw milk as a way of discouraging farmers from adding the industrial...
Kids with food allergies may be smaller than peers
most commonly to peanuts, cow's milk and eggs. Since parents have to be careful about food selection for children with such...
Higher vitamin E intake tied to lower dementia risk
including participants' age, education, weight, and smoking and drinking habits -- high vitamin E intake was linked to a...
UK denies it will abolish food watchdog
Health Secretary Andrew Lansley denied on Monday he was planning to abolish Britain's food watchdog but wanted to see some...
Salsa, guacamole dips tied to food poisoning: CDC
Contaminated salsa and guacamole dips are common causes of food poisoning in restaurants, and food workers need to take greater...
All kids should have cholesterol tests: study
Tens of thousands of kids may benefit from cholesterol-lowering medication, but no one would know because screening guidelines...
REFILE: Therapy may help some with deadly peanut allergy
Peanut allergy has proven to be a tough nut to crack. While there's still no way to make peanuts completely safe for people...
When dieting, watch your vitamins: study
When weighing the benefits of one weight-loss plan over another, dieters may want to consider what else might be cut with...
Popular food additive can cause stomach ache
"Stealth fiber" increasingly added to processed foods, while not a problem for most, can cause gastrointestinal discomfort...
Toss out the inhaler if you outgrow asthma? Not so fast
Tossing out the inhaler may not always be the best response to outgrowing asthma, new research suggests. About 1 in every...
Fish oil might lower breast cancer risk
Women who take fish oil supplements may have a lower risk of developing breast cancer than those who don't, a study published...
Family meals, vegetables may keep kids trim
Children who regularly sit down to family meals and get plenty of vegetables in their diet tend to be thinner than their...
Therapy may help some with deadly peanut allergy
Peanut allergy has proven to be a tough nut to crack. While there's still no way to make peanuts completely safe for people...
Obesity surgery may curb 'drive to eat'
Gastric bypass surgery may reduce the high drive to eat that is typically found in severely obese people, a new study suggests....
EU lawmakers ban sale of food from cloned animals
European Union lawmakers rejected on Wednesday a proposal to allow the sale in Europe of food derived from cloned animals...
Mother's diet, genes raise birth defect risk in mice
Mothers who eat a high fat diet before and during pregnancy may be putting their offspring at risk of birth defects, scientists...
Neck size could help ID childhood obesity
Measuring children's neck circumference could provide a quick, simple way to screen them for weight problems, a new study...
Food body sets rules for bagged salad, melamine use
An international food safety body set new rules on Tuesday on preparing bagged salads and said the chemical melamine that...
Colorado firm recalls bison meat over E. coli scare
A Colorado company has issued a recall of ground bison meat and tenderized bison steaks possibly contaminated with a bacteria...
Will you lose more pounds at a bigger diet center?
Weight loss loves company, hints new research. For every additional 10 people signed up at a clinical center for a weight...
Probiotics may help babies with constipation
Some probiotics may help treat chronic constipation in babies, according to a new study. Probiotics are a kind of bacteria...
Cold cereal might beat a hot breakfast
You needn't feel guilty if you don't cook hot breakfasts for your kids. In a recent large study of children that compared...
Depressed? Fish oil might help
If you're feeling depressed, you might feel better if you take fish oil supplements, a new study shows. Some patients in...
Antioxidants no help vs rheumatoid arthritis, lupus
Antioxidants in food and supplements might not protect women from rheumatoid arthritis (RA) or lupus after all, a large U.S....
Chia, from pets to cake recipes?
Chia: It may not be just for pets anymore. The seeds behind the world's favorite hair-sprouting ceramic creatures might start...
Jamie Oliver health approach "doesn't work"
Lecturing people on how to live a healthy life can be counterproductive unless they can be persuaded to change their behavior,...
Asian study links obesity to cancer
Asians who are overweight or obese are more likely to die from cancer compared with people of normal weight, a large study...
"Huge" is advance for fat acceptance in Hollywood
If there is one thing that fat people hate seeing on television, it's shows where large people get screamed at to lose weight....
Want to keep the weight off? Get on your bike
Just five minutes of riding a bicycle each day can help a younger woman keep the pounds off, U.S. researchers reported on...
Smoking around kids exacts a high toll: studies
American kids can breathe a sigh of relief, according to a study out today in the journal Pediatrics that finds their exposure...
Early exposure to cow's milk has benefits: study
A taste of cow's milk during the first two weeks of life may protect a child from later developing an allergy to the milk's...
Teens who snack may weigh less
Teenagers who have snacks throughout the day are less likely to be overweight or obese than their peers who limit themselves...
Insufficient vitamin D tied to severe asthma attacks
Asthmatic children with relatively low vitamin D levels in their blood may have a greater risk of suffering severe asthma...
Consumer group targets McDonald's Happy Meal toys
A consumer group wants McDonald's Corp to stop using Happy Meal toys to lure children into its restaurants and has threatened...
B vitamins make no difference in heart disease, cancer
Despite a lot of initial excitement, B vitamins turn out not to lower the risk of a second heart attack in people who've...
Americans hopeful about cancer and computers
Americans are largely hopeful that cancer will be cured and that computers will be able to chat with them by 2050, but they...
Ban trans fats and cut salt, demands UK health body
Britain's influential health cost watchdog called on Tuesday for major changes in food production and marketing and said...
Subway restaurant food fells nearly 100 in U.S.
The Illinois Department of Health is investigating a salmonella outbreak that has resulted in almost 100 confirmed cases...
Coffee may cut risk of head and neck cancers
Coffee might stave off more than just sleep, according to research showing that those who chug a lot of java have a lower...
Illinois probes Salmonella outbreak at Subway shops
The Illinois Department of Health is investigating a salmonella outbreak that has sickened almost 100 people who have reported...
Stores pull Marie Callender's meals on salmonella fear
Grocers Giant Food LLC and Stop & Shop Supermarket Co said on Friday that they have removed all Marie Callender's Cheesy...
B vitamins linked to depression risk in older adults
Older adults with relatively low intakes of vitamins B6 and B12 may have a higher risk of developing depression than those...
World wakes to African hunger - late again?
In a slow-motion disaster predicted months ago by aid agencies, Africa's Sahel region is lurching towards a food crisis which...
Campbell recalls 3 varieties of SpaghettiOs in the U.S.
Campbell Soup Co on Thursday voluntarily recalled 35,000 cases of its "SpaghettiOs" in the United States, saying some of...
US obesity rates could fall if soda pop prices rise
Raising the price of sugary soft drinks will likely prompt thirsty consumers to seek out cheaper, healthier beverages, U.S....
More dioxins found in Taiwan free-range eggs
A study has found that eggs from free-range chickens in industrialized Taiwan contain almost six times more cancer-causing...
Extreme obesity ups pregnancy complication risk
So-called "super obese" women are at sharply higher risk of a potentially fatal pregnancy complication compared to their...
Eating eggs doesn't seem to up diabetes risk
An egg a day for breakfast probably won't increase your likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes, according to a new study....
Cleared forests lead to rise in malaria in Brazil
Clearing forests in the Amazon helps mosquitoes thrive and can send malaria rates soaring, U.S. researchers reported on Wednesday....
EU lawmakers demand stricter food-labelling rules
European Union lawmakers voted on Wednesday to strengthen controversial draft rules on food labelling that aim to fight rising...
Global Fund freezes Zambia aid, citing corruption
The Global Fund has suspended more than $300 million in health assistance to Zambia because of concerns about corruption...
Nutrients may be why some smokers avoid cancer
Smokers who have higher levels of vitamin B6 and certain essential proteins in their blood have a lower risk of getting lung...
Endometriosis? Robot surgery may not be the answer
Robots may not help doctors do a better job on some surgeries, according to a new study. Surgeons treating women with endometriosis...
China eyes milk test after melamine deaths scandal
Researchers in China, where at least six children died in a tainted milk scandal in 2008, have identified seven stable molecules...
Sugary foods linked to pancreatic cancer risk
People with diets high in sweets and other foods that cause rapid blood-sugar spikes may have a higher risk of developing...
US food guidelines should focus on fat, panel says
New U.S. nutritional guidelines should focus on keeping Americans from getting fatter than they already are, with an emphasis...
Teenage boys really do eat a lot: study
Parents of teenage boys often believe they are being eaten out of house and home. A new study suggests they're right. In...
High 'good' cholesterol tied to lower cancer risk
High levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol - a.k.a. "good cholesterol" -- may be linked to lower risks of cancer...
Drugs linked to cataracts, behaviors can delay them
The bad news: Commonly used drugs known to make people more sensitive to sunlight may slightly increase the risk of a certain...
Study shows unhealthy Scots live dangerously
Almost the entire adult population of Scotland are likely to be either cigarette smokers, heavy drinkers, physically inactive,...
Scientists find gene links to vitamin D deficiency
Scientists have found three genetic differences that affect a person's risk of being deficient in the "sunshine" vitamin...
U.S woman striving to be world's heaviest
A New Jersey woman is waging a campaign to become the world's heaviest living woman, admitting that she is as hungry for...
Caviar poaching kills Russia's noble "Tsar fish"
As glum Russian fishermen haul in their net, just two small sturgeon are splashing about among the daily catch. The scene...
Waiter, there's a potential carcinogen in my soup
Yolande Sprague could be forgiven for feeling virtuous. Four years ago, just after giving birth to her second child, the...
US FDA needs vision, and a few more teeth - report
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration needs more clout, money and staff to help protect the U.S. food supply, but first of...
Michelle Obama, chefs aim to spice up school food
First lady Michelle Obama enlisted professional chefs on Friday as critical allies in helping fight the U.S. childhood obesity...
Meat, fish protein linked to women's bowel disease
Eating lots of animal protein appears to increase women's risk of developing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), according...
Estrogen-like lignan diet, less breast cancer linked
Postmenopausal women who eat foods rich in estrogen-like plant chemicals called lignans may have a modestly decreased risk...
Lead poisoning from mining kills 163 in Nigeria
Lead poisoning caused by illegal gold mining has killed 163 Nigerians, most of them children, since March in several remote...
EU ups Africa drought aid, NGO says more needed
The European Union sent an extra 24 million euros ($29 million) of aid on Wednesday to help millions facing hunger across...
Mediterranean diet helps existing heart disease, too
Eating a Mediterranean-style diet can help heart patients stay healthy, new research from Greece shows. This eating pattern,...
Burger diet linked to higher childhood asthma risk
Children who eat three or more burgers a week may be at a higher risk of asthma and wheezing, but a healthy diet rich in...
Shrimp allergies may wane with age
A new study finds that adults who are allergic to shrimp tend to have a less intense immune-system reaction to the shellfish...
African mining may be driving TB epidemic: study
Poor living and working conditions for miners of gold, diamonds and other precious metals have contributed significantly...
A little chocolate might help cut cholesterol
Eating chocolate could bring down cholesterol levels in some people, a new analysis of eight studies shows. But chocolate...
Farm kids at lower allergy risk, even in their 70s
The anti-allergy effects of an agricultural upbringing persist well into old age, new research from Sweden shows. Dr. Jonas...
Obesity and asthma are linked: study
A new study confirms a link between obesity and asthma. A number of studies have shown an association between obesity and...
After a point, more omega-3s don't help the heart
Memo to adults with heart disease: If you're already eating a fair amount of fish and taking omega-3 fatty acid supplements,...
Is milk from grass-fed cows more heart-healthy?
If milk does the heart good, it might do the heart better if it comes from dairy cows grazed on grass instead of on feedlots,...
2,000-calorie milkshake tops list of worst drinks
A milkshake containing 2,010 calories - equivalent to eating 68 strips of bacon or 30 chocolate chip cookies - has topped...
Soy trims postmenopausal fat, study suggests
A small new study has found that taking soy supplements may help postmenopausal women slim down. The effect, however, differed...
Vitamin E linked to less of the skin disease eczema
Kids who eat lots of foods containing vitamin E may have a lower risk of the itchy skin condition called eczema, a new study...
Vitamin K linked to lower diabetes risk
People who get plenty of vitamin K from food may have a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes than those who get less...
Tanning beds raise melanoma risk, US study finds
Indoor tanning beds sharply increase the risk of melanoma, the deadliest kind of skin cancer, and the risk increases over...
Should some kids take fish oil supplements?
Fish oil supplements could lower blood pressure in slightly overweight teenage kids, a new study suggests, and their hearts...
Herbs, supplements often sold deceptively: US report
Sellers of ginseng, echinacea and other herbal and dietary supplements often cross the line in marketing their products,...
Menus still calorie-laden despite new laws: group
Laws requiring U.S. restaurant chains to list calorie counts have not stopped them from offering unhealthy meals that pack...
FDA needs more clout to make food supply safer
The Food and Drug Administration needs greater authority, more cooperation from other agencies and must do more scientific...
Fewer sugary drinks may lower blood pressure
Drinking fewer sugary drinks may help lower blood pressure, U.S. researchers said on Monday in findings adding to a growing...
No evidence organic foods benefit health: study
Consumers who opt for organic foods often believe they are improving their health, but there is currently no strong evidence...
Climate forces African rice revival vs Asian cousin
Scientists are reviving long-ignored African rice to cut dependence on Asian varieties that may be less able to withstand...
Common diabetes drug linked to vitamin deficiency
Patients treated over long periods with metformin, a common drug for diabetes, are at risk of developing vitamin B12 deficiency...
Is a high carbohydrate diet linked to pancreatic cancer?
One of the first symptoms of pancreatic cancer -- often noticed even years before diagnosis -- is indigestion. A new study...
Fighting cancer: diet, scant exercise problems
The United States does not produce or import enough fruits and vegetables to provide Americans the right kind of diet to...
Heavy caffeine intake may mean smaller babies
Pregnant women who down six coffee cups' worth of caffeine every day may have smaller babies than those who consume less...
Milk, wheat-free diet may not help autism: US study
A popular diet that eliminates wheat and milk protein does not appear to help children with autism, but early behavioral...
Peanut, tree-nut allergies may be on the rise in kids
Between 1 and 2 percent of children in the U.S. and Canada may have allergies to peanuts or tree nuts, with the U.S. rates...
Drug-resistant TB risk demands push for new drugs
Multi-drug resistant strains of tuberculosis (TB) could become dominant forms of the disease in the next few decades, adding...
More bran tied to longer life in diabetic women
Among women with diabetes, those who bulk up their diets with plenty of bran may live longer and be less likely to die of...
Study suggests processed meat a real health risk
Eating bacon, sausage, hot dogs and other processed meats can raise the risk of heart disease and diabetes, U.S. researchers...
Does eating too much lead to urinary incontinence?
Women who consume a lot of calories or favor saturated fat over "good" fats may have an increased risk of urinary incontinence,...
USDA toughens guidelines for ground beef purchases
Companies that sell ground beef used in federal food and nutrition programs, including school lunches, will need to meet...
Diet soda for preventing kidney stones?
Certain diet sodas may have the potential to prevent the most common type of kidney stone, if new lab research is correct....
Folic acid doesn't cut risk of stroke: study
Studies have linked low blood levels of a chemical lowered by folic acid to lower rates of stroke. However, folic acid supplements...
China scientists find use for cigarette butts
Chemical extracts from cigarette butts -- so toxic they kill fish -- can be used to protect steel pipes from rusting, a study...
FDA needs new tools to check food, drugs: experts
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is stuck using crude tools to measure the benefits of food, drugs and supplements and...
Drug company whistle-blowers not motivated by money
A compulsion to do the right thing and not money is the primary motivation when drug company employees report fraudulent...
Benefits of prenatal vitamin A last a decade: study
Children whose malnourished mothers took vitamin A during pregnancy had stronger lungs throughout childhood, with the benefits...
Low vitamin D tied to depression in older people
Older men and women with lower levels of vitamin D in their blood are more prone to become depressed over time, new research...
Link found between calcium and boys' metabolism
Boys who get plenty of calcium in their diets may use more calories when their bodies are at rest compared with their peers...
USDA looks to reduce foodborne illnesses in poultry
The Agriculture Department announced on Monday new standards to reduce the levels of salmonella and campylobacter in poultry,...
US obesity task force urges action
Economic incentives to provide inexpensive healthy food and insurance coverage for prevention are among a list of 70 immediate...
Nuts' anti-cholesterol effects stronger for some
Eating plenty of nuts can lead to healthier cholesterol levels, but the benefits seem to be greatest for thinner people,...
Bottle-fed babies may eat more, study hints
Babies who are bottle-fed early on may consume more calories later in infancy than babies who are exclusively breastfed,...
Coffee and sodas not tied to colon cancer
You can keep on chugging coffee without worrying about whether your java will increase your risk of colon cancer, according...
Is OJ as good a source of vitamin D as supplements?
A glass of orange juice may not only help the vitamin pill go down. A new study suggests that fortified varieties can also...
Lose weight fast to get lasting results: study
Want to lose weight and keep it off? The best way to do it is to drop the pounds quickly, not slowly, according to new research....
U.S. schools add fresh food without busting budgets
Thousands of U.S. public school districts are teaming up with local farmers to put more fresh fruits and vegetables on lunchroom...
Couple of coffees may help some heart patients
A couple of cups of coffee a day may help some heart attack patients to avoid further serious problems, provided they have...
Low vitamin D common even among southern teens
Most black adolescents have insufficient amounts of the sunshine vitamin in their blood, even those living in the sunny southeastern...
Hunger in Yemen could spark unrest, exodus-UN
One in every three people is suffering from chronic hunger in Yemen where growing food shortages could spark further unrest...
Study shows vitamin A doesn't cut maternal deaths
Giving vitamin A to women 15 to 45 years old living in poor nations does not cut maternal death rates, scientists said Tuesday...
Mississippi has most obese kids; Oregon the least
The childhood obesity epidemic is hitting some states much harder than others, threatening to further worsen geographic disparities...
Obese kids more apt to be bullied, study confirms
Obese children in grades 3 through 6 are more apt to be bullied by their classmates than children who are trim, regardless...
Spouses likely to share kidney disease
Spouses of patients on dialysis are likely to have chronic kidney disease themselves and should be screened for it, Taiwanese...
North Korea has plenty of doctors: WHO
North Korea's health system would be the envy of many developing countries because of the abundance of medical staff that...
Obesity ups risk of painful fibromyalgia
To help guard against the pain syndrome fibromyalgia, best to maintain a healthy weight and stay active, according to a new...
Iceland has longest-lived men, U.S. scores poorly
AIDS, smoking and obesity are reversing progress made in helping people live longer around the world, with mortality rates...
Vitamin D in pill form may cut breast cancer risk
Women's dietary intake of vitamin D and calcium doesn't seem to influence their risk of breast cancer, before or after menopause,...
Two-year study finds no brain benefit for fish oil
Fish oil may be good for your heart, but it doesn't seem to help preserve your smarts, a new two-year study shows. "This...
Obesity, smoking may raise blood clot risk
Obesity and smoking may each raise a person's risk of potentially dangerous blood clots in the veins, but certain other suspected...
Want to lose weight? Keep a journal of what you eat
Motivation and keeping a journal of what you eat are key components for shedding excess weight, according to new research....
Depressed? You must like chocolate
People who are depressed eat more chocolate than people who are not, U.S. researchers said on Monday, in a study that puts...
Bloomberg recruits 16 companies to cut salt intake
Starbucks and Heinz were among 16 U.S. food companies who pledged on Monday to cut salt levels in their products as part...
Fast food lunch packs major sodium punch
Fast food fans beware: even if you're being calorie-conscious, you are very likely getting far too much sodium with that...
Omega 3s may help cut colon cancer risk
People who eat plenty of fish oil and other omega-3 fatty acids could cut their risk of colon cancer, new research hints....
Value of B vitamins in cutting heart disease risk challenged
Two studies released this week reach contradictory conclusions on the value of B vitamins and folic acid (or folate in its...
Obesity standards may miss millions of women
Millions of obese women may be falling through the cracks of current weight guidelines, US doctors say. In a new study of...
U.S. FDA should regulate salt, panel says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration should regulate the amount of salt added to foods to help Americans cut their high...
In poor countries, taller moms' kids are healthier
In developing countries, taller moms tend to give birth to healthier kids who are less likely to die in infancy, be underweight...
Parents' obesity, especially mom's, tied to kids' risk
Having two obese parents may substantially raise a child's risk of becoming obese, with mom's weight playing a particularly...
Processed meat linked to higher ovarian cancer risk
Women who eat a lot of processed meats, such as salami and hot dogs, are at a higher risk of ovarian cancer, according to...
FDA should regulate salt, panel says
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration should regulate the amount of salt that can be added to foods to help Americans eat...
Can you become addicted to tanning beds?
If you're someone who lies in a tanning bed too much, you may be likely to suffer from addictive behavior often seen with...
Gene linked to obesity and higher Alzheimer's risk
A variant of an obesity gene carried by more than a third of the U.S. population also reduces brain volume, raising carriers'...
Tobacco 'candy' could poison kids: study
Thousands of young children are accidentally poisoned by tobacco products each year in the U.S., and new dissolvable tobacco...
Nutritional risks of picky eating may be higher in autism
Many kids are picky eaters but new research suggests the trait is even more common in autistic children who tend to refuse...
Taste for low-calorie alternatives may wane: study
The more people eat "diet" versions of richer foods, the less they may actually like what they are tasting, a small study...
U.S. sees big drop in six food poisoning bugs
Cases of six common food poisoning agents have dropped sharply since the U.S. government started to monitor them closely...
Chocolate may be good medicine for liver patients
Cocoa-rich dark chocolate could be prescribed for people with liver cirrhosis in the future, following the latest research...
Late pregnancy multivitamins linked to prematurity
For a woman eating a healthy diet, multivitamin supplements during late pregnancy could do more harm than good, a new study...
Excess pregnancy pounds tied to extra fat in kids
Perhaps not surprisingly, children whose mothers gained too much weight during pregnancy tend to have more body fat than...
Despite concerns, soy probably safe for thyroid
Despite some concerns to the contrary, the soy-based dietary supplement genistein may not harm postmenopausal women's thyroid...
Subbing 'bad' carbs for 'bad' fats ups heart risk
People who cut out saturated fatty acids while upping their intake of white bread, pasta and other refined carbohydrates...
Routine "recess" a hit at White House obesity summit
A doctor's endorsement of frequent recess breaks - and not just for kids - drew an appreciative response from experts meeting...
Food industry to Obama: we'll improve nutrition
The U.S. food industry is willing to let the White House take the lead on making foods healthier in schools, but said on...
People get hungrier when they're starved for sleep
People who are trying to stay trim may want to make sure they get plenty of sleep. In a study, researchers found that normal-weight...
Drug label accuracy getting lost in translation
Computer programs pharmacists rely on to translate prescription labels for non-English speaking customers often produce potentially...
U.S. sugar group says sugar not to blame for obesity
Sugar is being unfairly blamed for obesity problems in the United States at a time when per capita consumption of sweeteners...
Obesity may boost pneumonia risk in men
Men who carry excess pounds may also carry an excess risk of pneumonia, a new study hints. However, researchers note that...
Lung damage in cotton workers partly reversible
Workers in the cotton textile industry often develop chronic coughs and other respiratory problems, but a new study suggests...
Pulverised lime used to bleach Chinese flour-media
Pulverised lime, an inedible ingredient, has been added to bleaching agents widely used in flour production in China, Chinese...
US needs more FDA food inspections: govt report
Federal inspectors are conducting fewer reviews of food manufacturing plants, with many facilities going more than five years...
Pregnancy vitamins fail to foil high blood pressure
Large amounts of vitamins C and E do not prevent preeclampsia, blood pressure problems in pregnant women, researchers reported...
Beware of "fat dissolving" spa treatments: FDA
So-called fat dissolving treatments offered by spas do not eliminate fat and the companies should stop saying so, the U.S....
Prostate cancer surgery more costly for obese men
Being obese may increase the cost of surgery for men with prostate cancer -- at least the more traditional forms of the procedure,...
Doctors seem to treat obese just as well as others
Despite surveys that show doctors have negative attitudes about heavier people, older obese patients don't get short shrift...
Mom's exercise may help 'normalize' baby's weight
Women who work out while they're pregnant have slimmer babies, new research from New Zealand shows. Because babies born to...
No fries with that: fast food axed at Afghan bases
Fast food joints where soldiers wolf down burgers and pizza will soon be a thing of the past at bases in Afghanistan, as...
Is robot prostate surgery best for quality of life?
Despite the popularity of robot-assisted procedures for prostate cancer, when it comes to men's long-term quality of life,...
Flu shot safe for most egg allergic kids: study
The flu shot is safe for most kids with egg allergies, a new report in Pediatrics shows. Because all flu vaccine is made...
High-protein low-carb diet an option in obese teens
Under medical supervision, a high-protein, low-carbohydrate diet is a safe and effective way for severely obese teenagers...
Rare cancer cells captured by imaging device
A microchip that captures and stores images of rare cancer cells circulating in the blood may provide a way to monitor patients...
Soy supplements show no diabetes benefit in study
Adding soy supplements to the diet may not improve blood sugar control in older women who are at high risk of or in the early...
Overweight babies may have delayed motor skills
Pudgy babies may be adorable, but being overweight may delay a baby's ability to roll over, crawl, or conquer other important...
Higher vitamin K intake tied to lower cancer risks
People with higher intakes of vitamin K from food may be less likely to develop or die of cancer, particularly lung or prostate...
China uproar over dead babies dumped near river
Chinese officials have sought to contain public outrage after workers at a hospital dumped 21 dead fetuses and infants' bodies...
Excessive dioxin in 8 pct of European food samples
Illegal levels of cancer-causing dioxins showed up in 8 percent of food and feed samples taken in Europe between 1999 and...
Small, dark Easter eggs may be good for your heart
Easter eggs may be good for you, but only if you eat small ones made from cocoa-rich dark chocolate, according to the latest...
Is cola bad for sperm?
Men who drink about a quart or more of cola every day could be causing harm to their sperm, results of a Danish study hint....
Could multivitamins raise breast cancer risk?
Many people take multivitamins in the hopes of thwarting disease, but a new study finds that older women who use multivitamins...
Junk food addiction may be clue to obesity: study
Bingeing on high-calorie foods may be as addictive as cocaine or nicotine, and could cause compulsive eating and obesity,...
High protein diet won't harm young women's bones
Young women who eat a typical high protein Western diet need not worry that their protein consumption will harm their bone...
A healthy diet may trim breast cancer risk
A woman may not be able to change her family history of breast cancer, but she can typically control what she eats and drinks....
Salty diet tied to stomach cancer in Korean study
A salty diet may increase the risk of stomach cancer by 10 percent, South Korean researchers found in a study of more than...
Super-sizing the "Last Supper"
We've been overeating our way through ever-larger portions over the past 1,000 years, a U.S. study revealed after studying...
Obesity tied to poorer colon cancer survival
Obese people are known to have a higher risk of colon cancer. Now, a new study suggests they may have poorer long-term survival...
Moderate drinking helps heart, but don't binge
One or two alcoholic drinks a day can help healthy people-and heart patients-live longer, new research confirms. But the...
Weight counseling plus drug may help female smokers
For female smokers worried about gaining weight if they quit, a combination of specialized counseling and the anti-smoking...
Pepsi to cut salt, sugar and saturated fats
PepsiCo Inc said on Sunday it would cut the levels of salt, sugar and saturated fats in its top-selling products. The company,...
Food-allergic kids should carry two 'epi' doses
Children with a history of food-induced allergic reactions may need more than one shot of epinephrine to halt a severe reaction,...
Vitamin D helps fend off flu, asthma attacks: study
In a study of Japanese schoolchildren, vitamin D supplements taken during the winter and early spring helped prevent seasonal...
More study needed on vitamin D-ovarian cancer link
There isn't enough evidence to back or debunk the claim that vitamin D can help reduce the risk of ovarian cancer, despite...
Mediterranean diet tied to fertility treatment success
Women who closely adhere to a Mediterranean-style diet rich in vegetables, vegetable oils and fish may have a higher likelihood...
US child obesity problem worse than thought
Extreme obesity among American children is much worse than previously believed, putting them at greater risk of serious health...
Supplement may slow overweight kids' fat gain
Supplements containing the dietary fat conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) may help overweight kids curb the amount of fat they...
Congress to pass food safety law in 2010: DeLauro
Congress will pass a new law to overhaul the antiquated U.S. food safety system by the end of the year, U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro,...
Diet may alter fibroid risk in black women
Black women who tend to eat foods more likely to lead to higher blood sugar may have slightly greater risk for uterine fibroids,...
Studio chief hankers for healthy movie food
Popcorn and soda has filled the stomachs of generations of moviegoers, but with childhood obesity on the rise one studio...
Retired NFL players' arteries may not be so healthy
Despite all their hard work on the field, retired National Football League players may be facing the same health problems...
U.S. safety panel says big Vytorin study can go on
Merck & Co on Thursday said an independent data safety monitoring board has approved continuation of a big study meant to...
Calcium may help you live longer: study
Getting a bit more calcium in your diet could help you live longer, new research suggests. Swedish researchers found that...
Peanut allergy linked to worse asthma in kids
Among children and teenagers with asthma, those who also have peanut allergies may have more or more-severe asthma attacks,...
Study says fat is the sixth "taste"
People sensitive to the taste of fat tend to eat less of it and are less likely to be overweight, according to Australian...
Adding gluten early may cause constipation in babies
Giving gluten-containing foods to infants too soon may trigger long-lasting tummy troubles but more study is needed before...
Analysis: U.S. politicians may unite in obesity battle
One way to achieve bipartisanship in Washington may be to tackle an issue everyone can agree on - the childhood obesity epidemic....
High-fiber diet linked to lower lung disease risk
People who get enough fiber in their diets, particularly from whole grains, may have a lower risk of developing chronic lung...
School drink agreement cuts calories: group
An initiative to get sugary drinks out of U.S. schools has begun to work, with diet beverages and smaller portions replacing...
Scientists find why "sunshine" vitamin D is crucial
Vitamin D is vital in activating human defences and low levels suffered by around half the world's population may mean their...
Lunchtime coffee break best for fighting diabetes
Drinking coffee cuts diabetes risk, new research confirms, but you may need to enjoy your java with lunch if you want to...
Could germs be making you fat?
Germs that make their home in the gut may help cause obesity and a range of health-threatening symptoms that go along with...
Obesity and depression are a two-way street
People who are obese are at increased risk of becoming depressed, and people who are depressed are at increased risk of becoming...
US recalls common flavoring after contamination
U.S. food regulators said on Thursday they were recalling food made with a common flavoring that could be contaminated with...
Light helps keep spinach full of vitamins: study
Supermarket lights help keep spinach fresh and producing new vitamins, U.S. government researchers reported on Wednesday....
New gene test may help you pick your diet - report
A new genetic test may help dieters decide whether they would lose more weight on a low-fat diet, one that cuts carbohydrates...
US FDA warns Nestle, Gerber, others on food claims
U.S. health regulators have warned units of Nestle and more than a dozen other foodmakers over nutritional claims made for...
Calcium and vitamin D may not cut cholesterol
People looking to improve their heart health by lowering their cholesterol levels won't find help from calcium and vitamin...
Foodborne illness costs U.S. $152 billion annually
Foodborne illnesses cost the United States $152 billion in health-related expenses each year, according to a study released...
U.S. fish oil makers sued over supplements
A group including a California nonprofit organization is suing fish oil manufacturers and pharmacies that sell the popular...
Obesity hits New York's poor neighborhoods hardest
New York City's obesity rate has climbed in recent years, but there are large variations across the city's neighborhoods,...
Eating fish has no effect on abnormal heart rhythm
There are plenty of good reasons to eat fish, but preventing abnormal heart rhythms doesn't seem to be one of them, according...
Studies confirm treatment may help peanut allergy
A daily dose of peanut powder could help some children who are allergic to peanuts, according to a pair of U.S. studies that...
Snacks mean U.S. kids moving toward "constant eating"
U.S. children eat an average three snacks a day on top of three regular meals, a finding that could explain why the childhood...
Calcium, vitamin D pills don't help heart: study
Don't expect your calcium and vitamin D supplements to improve your heart health or prevent a stroke, according to a systematic...
Sleep habits linked to fat gain in younger adults
Younger adults who get either little sleep or a lot of it may see a greater expansion in their waistlines over time, a study...
Obese kids more likely to injure legs, ankles, feet
Obese kids' injury patterns look different from those of their slimmer peers, a new study out in Pediatrics shows. Dr. Wendy...
Gene links to celiac disease may help drug search
Scientists have identified new genetic links to celiac disease and say their findings could speed the search for better ways...
Severe allergic reaction to meat may not be rare
Eating meat may be a much more common trigger for anaphylaxis - a severe and potentially deadly allergic reaction - than...
Soy unlikely to trim body fat after menopause
Estrogen-like compounds found in soy won't help limit body fat in post-menopausal women, new research shows. Animal studies...
Low-carb diet can increase bad cholesterol levels
Cutting down on carbs may help people lose weight, but it may not be so good for lowering cholesterol, new research shows....
Medical journal bars tobacco-backed research papers
A leading scientific journal will no longer publish research papers that receive any funding from tobacco companies, its...
ICU room assignment can affect survival
For the very sickest patients in an intensive care unit (ICU), being assigned to a room that can't easily be seen from the...
U.S. launches program to end 'food deserts'
In an effort to fight childhood obesity, the U.S. government launched a program on Friday to encourage supermarkets in low-income...
California soda tax bill to fight childhood obesity
A California lawmaker introduced legislation on Thursday that would tax sodas and other sugar-sweetened drinks and use the...
Occasional binges may undo alcohol's heart benefits
While research has linked moderate drinking to better heart health, a new study suggests that those benefits disappear when...
Sugar technology keeps vaccines stable in the heat
British scientists have found a cheap and simple way of keeping vaccines stable, even at tropical temperatures, which they...
Salami recall increased due to salmonella risk
A Rhode Island meat company is recalling an additional 115,000 lbs of salami and salami products that may be contaminated...
Many U.S. kids have chronic health problems: study
More than a quarter of American children have a chronic health condition such as obesity or asthma, but many children overcome...
FDA warns Kellogg over contaminated Eggo waffles
U.S. food safety regulators on Tuesday made public a warning letter to Eggo waffle maker Kellogg Co in which they said the...
Exercise may not boost obese teens' metabolism
A few months of moderate aerobic exercise may not rev up obese teenagers' ability to burn calories, even though it may increase...
Europeans spend billions on fake medicines: survey
Western Europeans spend an estimated 10.5 billion euros ($14.3 billion) a year on illicitly sourced medicines, many of them...
Kevin Smith fuels row over "fat" plane passengers
Film director Kevin Smith has reignited a heated debate about airlines' treatment of overweight passengers after being thrown...
Perfect sunbed tan could cost you, EU warns
You may need a sunbed to get that especially fine tan over this long winter, but the EU warned on Friday that some tanning...
Hydroxycut linked to other cases of liver damage
A new study strengthens evidence that the once widely advertised weight-loss supplement Hydroxycut caused serious liver damage...
Medicines not working? There's an app for that
Drugmakers are starting to get into bed with information technology companies as they struggle to prove the value of their...
China sets up national food safety commission
China has set up a national food safety commission, headed by a powerful vice premier, who at the watchdog's first meeting...
Junk food gets spotlight in many movies: study
A majority of the top-grossing films in recent years have featured food and beverage product placements -- with junk food...
Heavier boys more likely to hit puberty later
Overweight boys may start puberty later than their leaner peers, new research shows. In girls, the opposite is true: Being...
For obese, vaccine needle size matters
Our ever-expanding waistlines may have outgrown the doctor's needle, researchers say, in what could be another casualty of...
U.N. cuts food rations in Yemen due to lack of funds
The United Nations food agency said on Friday a lack of funds had forced it to cut back rations for around one million people...
Quick summer sunbaths make for adequate vitamin D
A few minutes a day of midday summer sun can raise most fair-skinned people's vitamin D levels to sufficient, but not optimal,...
US warns of risk rise with more Tysabri infusions
The risk of a potentially fatal brain disorder with Biogen Idec Inc's multiple sclerosis drug Tysabri increases as patients...
Men who eat soy may have lower lung cancer risk
Men who don't smoke and eat a lot of soy may have a lower risk of lung cancer, according to a new study. Soy contains isoflavones,...
US effort will check for risky food, drug imports
U.S. border inspectors nationwide will soon start using a new computer system to identify risky food and medicine from abroad,...
Foreign food aid trickles into Haiti's black market
Blocks from where U.S. and U.N. soldiers distribute sacks of rice to Haitian women in earthquake-shattered Port-au-Prince,...
Study fails to link saturated fat, heart disease
The saturated fat found mainly in meat and dairy products has a bad reputation, but a new analysis of published studies finds...
China arrests three for melamine-laced milk products
China has arrested three more people for dealing in milk and milk powder tainted with melamine, a compound used in plastics...
FDA probes candy-like tobacco products
U.S. health officials are seeking more information about the possible attraction and addiction of flavored, dissolvable tobacco...
Discounts may fuel the purchase of healthier foods
Reducing the price of healthy foods could land more whole grains, carrots and bananas in shopping carts, even months after...
Biting recession leaves ever more Americans hungry
The number of Americans receiving emergency food from the largest U.S. hunger-relief charity and its partners rose 46 percent...
CORRECTION: Starting spoonfeeding later may trim obesity risk
Waiting longer to start infants on solid food could make for slimmer adults, new research shows. "The later you introduce...
China investigates as melamine-tainted milk reappears
China has launched nationwide checks for melamine-tainted milk products after the industrial compound, which killed at least...
Can fish oil help guard against schizophrenia?
Taking fish oil may help prevent full-blown psychotic illness in at-risk adolescents and young adults, a study released today...
Diet changes improve older adults' cholesterol too
Older adults can cut their cholesterol levels by revamping their dietary fat intake -- even if they are already on cholesterol-lowering...
High vitamin D levels, lower colon cancer risk?
Higher levels of vitamin D in the blood may help protect both men and women from cancers of the colon and rectum, confirm...
Low-carb diet best for lowering blood pressure
People with high blood pressure who want to drop some pounds may want to choose a low-carb diet, a new study shows. In the...
Food handout turns chaotic in Haitian capital
U.N. troops fired tear gas at desperate Haitians crowding a food handout outside the wrecked presidential palace on Tuesday...
Huge variation in salt content of processed food
Many processed foods contain too much salt, and sauces, spreads, and processed meats are the top offenders, new research...
After 2008 scare, China finds more toxic milk products
Authorities in southwestern China have ordered three batches of milk products off shelves because they contain a chemical...
Parents cut kids' calories when menus are labeled
When restaurant menus list calories, parents will limit how much fast food their kids eat, a new report suggests. But parents...
EU agency urges ban on diet drug
European authorities urged a halt to sales of an Abbott Laboratories Inc diet pill on Thursday after concluding risks were...
No need for pregnant women to fast during labor
There is no reason why pregnant women at low risk for complications during delivery should be denied fluids and food during...
Scientists want more safety studies on e-cigarettes
Greek researchers called on Wednesday for more safety studies into electronic cigarettes, saying scientific knowledge of...
Some 390 tons of US ground beef recalled
Some 390 tons of ground beef produced by a California meat packer, some of it nearly two years ago, is being recalled for...
Experts urge screening for obesity in kids
Doctors should screen children and teens between 6 and 18 years for extra pounds, a federal task force recommends. For children...
Some 864,000 pounds of US ground beef recalled
Some 864,000 pounds (390 tonnes) of ground beef produced by a California meat packer is being recalled for fear of potentially...
Obesity linked to higher risk of kidney stones
Obese people are more likely to develop kidney stones than normal weight individuals, but severe obesity doesn't seem to...
Starting spoonfeeding later may trim obesity risk
Waiting longer to start infants on solid food could make for slimmer adults, new research shows. "The later you introduce...
Could Vioxx cousin prevent religious fast headache?
Every year, millions of observant Jews fast on their holiest day, Yom Kippur, and millions of Muslims fast for the month...
Nestle revamps cookie dough amid E. coli concern
Nestle USA will begin using heat-treated flour in its Toll House refrigerated cookie dough, months after the company temporarily...
Healthy diet may benefit women's mental health
Women who suffer from depression and anxiety may want to take a look at their diet as possible contributors to these conditions,...
One in eight Americans receives food stamps: U.S
Some 37.9 million people - one in eight Americans - received food stamps to help buy food at latest count, the government...
Peanut allergies less common than tests suggest
Many children who test positive for sensitivity to peanuts may not actually have full-blown allergies to the food, a new...
Britain backs ban on tanning beds for under-18s
The British government backed a call on Wednesday for under-18s to be banned from using sunbeds in tanning salons because...
New York City leads drive to cut salt intake
New York City, which has banned smoking and artificial trans fats in restaurants under Mayor Michael Bloomberg, is taking...
Less sleep for kids may mean higher blood sugar
Young children may be more apt to have high blood sugar, a precursor to diabetes, if they average 8 hours or less of sleep...
Does junk food at non-food stores in US add pounds?
A new study shows that candy, soda and other junk foods are commonly sold at stores not traditionally associated with food...
Tea may prevent endometrial cancer, but needs study
Tea may protect against endometrial cancer, but more research is needed before it's clear if the antioxidant-rich beverage...
Report calls for research on nanoparticles in food
A global scarcity of scientific research on using nanotechnology in foods means food safety authorities are unable to properly...
Forget "fad" diets and eat less, say UK experts
Now that you're discovering all the extra flab from the Christmas and New Year food and booze binge, you're casting around...
US should stop mountaintop coal mining: scientists
A group of scientists on Thursday called on the U.S. government to stop issuing new permits for mountaintop coal mining,...
Getting more than just an apple a day
Less than a quarter of Americans eats the five daily servings of fruits and vegetables that the National Cancer Institute...
Exercise may prevent incontinence from prostate surgery
A healthy weight and regular exercise may help protect men from one of the most common side effects of prostate cancer surgery,...
Folic acid in late pregnancy tied to child asthma
Young children whose mothers took folic acid supplements in late pregnancy may have an increased risk of developing asthma,...
Quitting smoking may up diabetes risk temporarily
Middle-aged adults who quit smoking may see their risk of type 2 diabetes increase for several years -- at least partly because...
Psychotherapy, guided self-help best for binge eating
Certain kinds of talk therapy and guided self-help are both more likely than behavioral weight loss treatment to keep people...
Many antipsychotic users not getting needed tests
People who take newer drugs for schizophrenia and other psychotic conditions are supposed to have their blood sugar and cholesterol...
Even with fewer risk factors, heavy men die earlier
Overweight middle-aged men may have a higher risk of heart problems and strokes and die earlier than their thinner peers...
Shanghai dairy shut after melamine scare: report
A Shanghai dairy has been closed and three of its executives arrested for selling milk powder tainted with melamine, the...
Economy will drive workout habits in 2010: poll
Money, or the lack of it, changes everything, and that includes how people will be working out in 2010. In these belt-tightening...
Mayo Clinic diet book promotes healthy weight loss
Confused by the myriad of diet books that promise to help you melt away those excess pounds to produce the body of a supermodel?...
Effects of diet on diabetes risk vary by ethnicity
Diets heavy in meat and fat seem to raise the risk of diabetes, though the effects of this and other diet patterns may vary...
Do sugary drinks really fuel weight gain?
Studies reporting a link between sugar-sweetened beverages and weight gain have garnered a lot of attention but actually...
Menu labels spur diners to trim calories
Restaurant menus that include calorie information do seem to encourage diners to exercise some restraint, a new study suggests....
Timing of weight-loss surgery in teens important
When it comes to weight-loss surgery for very obese adolescents, having the surgery sooner rather than later may yield a...
A burger or fried chicken with a side of diabetes?
Avoiding "fast food" burgers and fried chicken may cut your risk of developing type 2 diabetes -- the kind closely linked...
Oklahoma firm recalls beef products in six states
An Oklahoma company said this weekend that it was voluntarily recalling 248,000 lbs (112,000 kg) of beef products in six...
TV ads implicated in childhood obesity
Studies have linked TV time to children's risk of obesity, but new findings suggest it might not be the sitting around that's...
Farmers' asthma tied to pesticide exposure
Farmers might breathe a little easier after learning that pesticide use does not appear to increase their risk for developing...
Do multivitamins curb kids' allergy risk?
Giving multivitamins to kids 5 to 8 years old does not seem to alter their overall likelihood of having allergies, hint findings...
Cola drinking linked to diabetes in pregnancy
Drinking lots of sugar-sweetened cola may increase women's likelihood of developing diabetes during pregnancy, a condition...
Supplement may offer a statin alternative for some
Red yeast rice supplements may offer a cholesterol-lowering alternative to people who've suffered muscle pain as a side effect...
Omega-3s help stave off age-related vision loss
Want to keep your eyesight sharp as you age? Eating lots of fish packed with healthy omega-3 fatty acids could help, new...
China arrests father active on melamine milk issues
Beijing police have formally arrested a man who organised a website for parents of children who became ill after drinking...
Experts warn of cancer linked to certain herbs
The consumption of popular Chinese herbal products containing aristolochic acid is associated with an increased risk of urinary...
Botox spared over tanning beds in U.S. health fight
In the rush to fund a U.S. healthcare overhaul, Botox injections to smooth wrinkles will not be taxed, but visiting a tanning...
Lessons from the cockpit may boost patient safety
Aviation and medicine both require professionals to hold peoples' lives in their hands. Now, study findings hint that hospitals...
Dietary estrogens have little effect on cancer risk
Dietary "phytoestrogens" -- plant substances that have weak estrogen-like activity -- have little impact on the risks of...
Fake sugar may alter how the body handles real sugar
Combining artificial sweeteners with the real thing boosts the stomach's secretion of a hormone that makes people feel full...
Self-help on par with therapy for binge-eaters
"Out of control" binge eaters who get help from a therapist do better in the short-term than people who use self-help techniques,...
"Mad" honey sends virility-seeking men to the ER
People hoping to boost their sex lives with the help of "mad" honey may find themselves in the emergency room instead, according...
'Tis the season for Santa to shape-up, study says
Santa Claus needs to lose weight, cut down on the mince pies and brandy and swap his reindeer and sleigh for a bicycle to...
High-dose vitamin C may boost women's cataract risk
Women who take high-dose vitamin C supplements may be increasing their risk of age-related cataracts, hint findings of a...
Planning to take a cruise? Better get a check-up
Before heading off on a cruise, consider getting a checkup with your doctor, particularly if you have a heart condition....
Junk food reigns in ads on Web sites for kids
Advertisements for junk food may be cluttering many of the Web sites most popular with children, a new study suggests. When...
More evidence coffee, tea could prevent diabetes
Coffee, tea, or decaf-no matter what your choice, drinking any of these beverages may reduce your risk of diabetes, according...
Kids' mental problems often unaddressed: US survey
About 13 percent of American children and young teens have at least one mental health disorder, yet only about half have...
Fat in diet won't affect weight gain over time
People who want to maintain a healthy weight over time shouldn't obsess about their fat intake, new research shows. The percentage...
Tax sugary drinks to fight the flab, says expert
If Barry Popkin had his way, sugary drinks would be taxed like cigarettes, and the levy would go up and up until societies...
Folic acid may help prevent fetal heart defects
Here's another reason for pregnant women to take folic acid supplements: they help prevent fetal heart malformations, new...
Soy compounds may not prevent bone loss
Supplements containing soy isoflavones may do little to preserve women's bone mass after menopause. In a study of more than...
Study finds benefits of soy after breast cancer
Is soy food helpful or harmful for women with breast cancer? Studies have yielded mixed results. A new study published today...
Starting some solid foods late boosts allergy risk
Holding off on introducing certain foods in order to prevent children from becoming allergic to them may be counterproductive....
Breastfeeding may curb heart, diabetes risk factors
Mothers who breastfeed seem to have a lower long-term risk of developing a collection of risk factors for diabetes and heart...
Body mass and waist size can predict heart disease
Measuring body mass index or waist size in overweight people can accurately predict the risk of heart disease, Dutch scientists...
Surprised? Black market steroids usually mislabeled
The risks of anabolic steroids - used by some athletes to build muscle mass - are by now well-documented. But it turns out,...
Soy may lessen risk of endometrial, ovarian cancers
Women who eat more soy-based foods than average may have less risk for certain cancers in the ovaries and the lining of the...
FDA staff urge more antipsychotic review in kids
U.S. drug reviewers recommended that regulators further study the effects in children of a group of medicines known as atypical...
US consumer group asks FDA to ban Abbott diet drug
Abbott Laboratories Inc's weight-loss drug Meridia should be banned immediately because of heart-related risks, a consumer...
U.S. group asks FDA to ban diet drug Meridia
Abbott Laboratories Inc's weight-loss drug Meridia should be banned immediately because of heart-related risks, a consumer...
Fatty acids in diet affect ulcerative colitis risk
People who eat lots of red meat, cook with certain types of oil, and use some kinds of polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA)-heavy...
Heavy kids may suffer back pain, spinal disc woes
Add severe back pain and spine abnormalities to the list of problems overweight and obese adolescents can develop. Among...
Heavier kids tend to underestimate their size
Children are generally pretty good at estimating their true body size but heavier kids, and particularly girls, seem more...
US warns Tyson on seafood violations at Texas site
U.S. regulators have warned Tyson Foods Inc about "serious violations" of food safety regulations at a Texas plant where...
Folic acid won't ward off colon polyp comeback
Taking folic acid supplements doesn't appear to prevent colon polyps from coming back, new research shows, although it may...
Flying injures 1,000 a year in US - report
About 1,000 people are hospitalized with aviation-related injuries in the United States each year and about 750 are killed,...
Two-thirds of US broiler chickens contaminated: group
Two-thirds of 382 fresh broiler chickens purchased from grocers by a U.S. consumer group were contaminated with one or both...
Detergent exposure hard on workers' lungs: studies
People who work in detergent factories are at increased risk of developing respiratory problems, including asthma, probably...
Kids should get moving to avoid obesity
Vigorous exercise may be an especially good way to keep kids lean, but sitting around, in and of itself, doesn't appear to...
Eating 30 percent less meat good for health, planet
Cutting meat production and consumption by 30 percent would help to reduce carbon emissions and improve health in the most...
Exercise shows opposing effects on appetite
Exercise seems to simultaneously make people hungrier, yet more readily satisfied by a meal -- and differences in these responses...
Antioxidants could help preserve muscle strength
In a study in older adults, dietary intake of vitamins C and E was linked with muscle strength, leading the researchers to...
China executes two for tainted milk scandal
China on Tuesday executed two people for their role in a tainted milk scandal that killed at least six children and further...
Yemen displaced face cholera risk, hunger - UNICEF
Malnutrition and the risk of a cholera outbreak are threatening lives at Yemen's main camp for people fleeing fighting in...
Eat and drink your way to a healthy colon?
Eating fruits and vegetables, and drinking tea and red wine may offer overweight men and normal weight women some protection...
Model Kate Moss criticised for "skinny" remark
Eating disorder campaigners criticised British model Kate Moss on Thursday for saying she backed the motto "Nothing tastes...
You eat less fat, caffeine, cheese - is salt next?
You never consume trans fats, have reduced caffeine, and rarely eat cheese. What's next to banish from the menu? Salt, if...
A few extra pounds may help elderly live longer
Prior to reaching the golden years, too much body fat tends to increase the risk of dying, but extra weight may have the...
Low-carb, high-carb diet both help keep weight off
Low-carb and high-carb diets work equally well for maintaining weight loss, Australian researchers report. People had the...
U.S. Senate panel passes food safety reform bill
A Senate committee passed legislation on Wednesday that would increase government oversight of the U.S. food supply, which...
Folic acid supplements may raise cancer risk: study
Heart patients in Norway -- where unlike many countries foods are not enriched with folic acid -- were more likely to die...
USDA backs rewarding schools serving healthy food
Schools that serve more fruits, vegetables and whole grains to pupils should see higher federal support rates than those...
High cholesterol under treated in many Americans
A US study on cholesterol released today contains both good and bad news: The good news: Between 1999 and 2006, the number...
Food short for 14.6 pct of U.S. households -gov't
One in seven Americans struggles to get enough to eat, the government reported on Monday, and more than a third go hungry...
Nintendo Wii may provide actual exercise-study
The new active Wii video games from Nintendo Co Ltd may be creating a healthier generation of couch potato, according to...
Food-borne ills can have lasting consequences
More than just a bad bout of stomach flu, some food-borne illnesses can cause long-term consequences, especially for young...
Welcome to the Clone Farm
To the untrained eye, Pollard Farms looks much like any other cattle ranch. Similar looking cows are huddled in similar looking...
Exercising in the heat may help you eat less
Exercisers who are trying to cut calories might want to take a run in the sun instead of a climate-controlled gym, a small...
Stressed? Dark chocolate might help, scientists say
A small bar of dark chocolate a day can keep stress hormones at bay, according to a small study by international researchers....
On-off fasting helps obese adults shed pounds
Fasting every other day can help obese people lose weight, a small study hints. Even though the study participants ate whatever...
Fruits, vegetables not so pricey after all
The common perception that fresh fruits and vegetables are more expensive than packaged snack foods may not be correct after...
Poor nutrition stunts growth of 200 million kids
Nearly 200 million children in developing countries suffer from stunted growth and health problems due to poor nutrition...
Mood improves on low-fat, but not low-carb diet
A low-fat diet seems to boost dieters' mood more than a low-carbohydrate diet, Australian researchers have found. Very low-carbohydrate...
Tainted food surprisingly deadly in adults - WHO
Millions of adults die every year from bugs and toxins in what they eat, according to new World Health Organisation data...
To eat less, your body may want you to eat slowly
Your mother's advice to slow down at meal time may have been wise after all: a new study suggests that shoveling down your...
What kids drink at 5 could affect weight at 15
Parents may be setting their daughters up for weight problems simply by allowing them to drink two or more sweetened drinks...
Red, processed meats linked to prostate cancer
Men who eat a lot of red meat and processed meats may have a higher risk of developing prostate cancer than those who limit...
Americans on food stamps tops 36 million, new record
The number of Americans receiving food stamp assistance soared above 36 million for the first time in August, the eighth...
High fiber intake may interfere with ovulation
Women who get the recommended amount of fiber in their diets may have lower estrogen levels and ovulate less often than women...
Two U.S. deaths possible in beef recall
An outbreak of food-borne illness, linked to dangerous bacteria in ground beef, sickened 28 people and caused at least one...
Working with poultry linked to certain cancers
in particular, the shots against measles, mumps, and yellow fever, according to the researchers. However, scientists have...
New Englander dies as U.S. meat recalled
A New Hampshire resident died and two others were hospitalized after consuming ground beef that may have been tainted by...
Treating mild iodine deficiency boosts brain power
Iodine supplements may improve mental function in children with even mild deficiencies in the nutrient, a small study suggests....
Coffee may lower endometrial cancer risk
Women dread a diagnosis of endometrial cancer, but those who drink at least two cups of caffeinated coffee a day may have...
Upping fiber intake could help defeat belly fat
Eating just a little bit more fiber could have a big impact in trimming the waistlines of America's young people, new research...
Low vitamin D tied to heart, stroke deaths
Low vitamin D levels in the body may be deadly, according to a new study hinting that adults with lower, versus higher, blood...
No link seen between coffee and heart failure
Contrary to findings from an earlier study, new research suggests that coffee lovers do not face an increased risk of heart...
Antipsychotics tied to weight gain in kids, teens
In children and adolescents, treatment with "second-generation" antipsychotic drugs is associated with significant weight...
Healthy home may help keep the weight off
If you've lost a lot of weight and want to keep it off, banishing high-fat foods and getting rid of your TV sets might help,...
Sex, alcohol, fat among world's big killers - WHO
Tackling just five health factors could prevent millions of premature deaths and increase global life expectancy by almost...
Heart disease risk factors grow in Canada's teens
An alarming number of Canadian teenagers has high blood pressure, high cholesterol or other major risk factors for heart...
New York study says menu labeling affects behavior
New York's mandate that fast-food restaurants post calorie information on their menus has changed consumer habits, the city...
Coffee may slow liver damage from hepatitis
A few cups of coffee everyday may help slow the progression of liver disease associated with long-term infection with the...
Obese women often gain too many pregnancy pounds
Most obese women gain more weight than is recommended during pregnancy, and may find those pounds tough to shed in the long...
Smart Choices food labels halted on FDA warning
An industry-funded food labeling program was halted on Friday just days after U.S. officials warned they were investigating...
Low-fat eating best after skin cancer: study
People with a history of skin cancer may want to cut back on the amount of fat they eat to reduce their risk of a second...
Diabetes drug helps obese adults loss weight
Obese adults may shed more weight with the diabetes drug liraglutide than with the weight-loss drug orlistat (Xenical, Alli),...
Key information missing from U.S. drug labels
Drug labels in the United States often omit information showing the severity of side effects or that a medicine is not very...
US Senate food bill good first step, needs work: FDA
A Senate bill that would expand U.S. Food and Drug Administration oversight and give it the power to recall food is a step...
Shellfish may raise diabetes risk: study
Eating white and oily fish regularly may provide protection against type 2 diabetes, but eating shellfish may have the opposite...
More fruit, fewer calories urged for US school lunch
U.S. children should get more fruits, vegetables and whole grains in their school meals even though this will push up costs...
Meat, dairy and breast cancer: new findings
Cutting down on processed meats and red meat cooked at high temperatures as well as high-fat diary products may help reduce...
Healthier school meals boost costs: U.S. study
Improving nutritional value of U.S. school food programs by increasing servings of fruits, vegetables and whole grains could...
Can listening to a podcast lead to weight loss?
Losing weight may be no more than a few podcasts away, but study findings suggested that not all weight-loss podcasts are...
Soy foods may curb hip fracture risk in older women
Postmenopausal women may lessen their chances of fracturing a hip by adding soy-based foods to their diet, a study from Singapore...
Green tea may cut the risk of dying from pneumonia
Drinking green tea continues to show health benefits, particularly among women, hints a new study from Japan. Drinking five...
Fish may not protect against heart failure
Fish rich in omega-3 fatty acids may be good for you, but it seems to offer little protection against heart failure, a new...
Can fish for dinner lead to diabetes?
Making sure fish ends up on your dinner plate a couple of times a week may be a good way to cut your risk for developing...
Water drinkers may have better diets
People who get much of their daily liquids from plain water rather than other beverages may have healthier diets overall,...
No evidence B vitamins protect the heart
Taking B vitamins is unlikely to prevent heart attack and stroke in people who have heart disease or risk factors for heart...
Green tea may curb risk of some cancers
Drinking green tea may lower your risk of developing certain blood cancers, but it will take about 5 cups a day, according...
'Healthy' neighborhoods cut type 2 diabetes risk
If you are what you eat, you may also be a product of where you live: Living in a neighborhood where it's pleasant and easy...
Probiotics may reduce skin condition in some kids
Treating pregnant mothers, and then their infants, with select strains of probiotics -- bacteria present naturally in the...
Are obese people less likely to commit suicide?
Obesity may lead to numerous health problems, but it may actually be linked to fewer successful suicides, according to a...
'Good' dietary fats trim body fat in diabetic women
Eating certain kinds of fats may actually help obese women with diabetes trim some body fat, a small study suggests. The...
A few months of talk therapy treats bulimia
A specific form of talk therapy may help people with binge-type eating disorders stop their unhealthy behaviors with just...
Whole grains may help keep blood pressure in check
Eating lots of whole grains could ward off high blood pressure, according to a study in the American Journal of Clinical...
Calorie labeling doesn't curb NYC fast food habits
A rule that requires New York City fast food restaurants to post calorie information on their menu boards has not changed...
Kids' weight a factor in hospital admission
Overweight or underweight children who are seen in the emergency department are more likely to be admitted to the hospital,...
Can your pants size predict your cancer risk?
Your pants size might help gauge your risk of developing certain cancers, regardless of how much you actually weigh, Dutch...
Coffee does little to protect the aging brain
Sorry coffee lovers -- downing a few cups of coffee throughout the day may spark alertness, but it's unlikely to protect...
Study shows Mediterranean diet cuts depression risk
People who follow a Mediterranean-style diet rich in vegetables, fruits, nuts, whole grains and fish are less likely to become...
Britain's new healthy eating guru: Homer Simpson
Forget all the pizza and doughnuts -- the British government wants fans of "The Simpsons" to ditch junk food and eat more...
What's most beautiful? Brazilians say a low nose
North Americans and Europeans sniff out beauty by looking for a nose placed relatively high on the face, or at least not...
Weight-loss surgery brings risk of iron deficiency
Weight loss surgery can help you lose weight, but it's also likely to leave you unable to absorb iron, a new study suggests:...
Over 65? Take lots of vitamin D to prevent a fall
Important news for seniors: A daily dose of vitamin D cuts your risk of falling substantially, researchers reported today....
Gas mask in a bra leads IgNobel awards
Engineers who invented a brassiere that converts quickly into a gas mask, pathologists who determined that beer bottles can...
Study offers clues on diet benefits without the diet
Experiments which mimicked a low-calorie diet by tinkering with genes in mice extended their lives and prevented disease,...
'Prudent' diet linked to lower breast cancer risk
A diet rich in fruits, vegetables and whole grains, and low in sweets and processed meats, may help lower the risk of breast...
EU food safety body delivers opinion on health claims
The European Union's food safety watchdog delivered a long-awaited opinion on Thursday to the EU executive arm that will...
US firms can gain from wellness programs: report
U.S. companies could reduce health costs and boost productivity with programs that address risk factors for heart disease...
Losing weight improves sleep apnea: study
Losing weight does help relieve sleep apnea in people who are obese, a new study shows. More than 12 million Americans suffer...
Do vitamin A supplements hamper childhood vaccines?
In the 1980s and early 1990s, studies found that vitamin A supplements reduced death during childhood in the developing world...
Pregnancy may up diabetes risk factors later
It may be the most wonderful experience of a woman's life, but pregnancy may also increase risk factors for diabetes, according...
Losing a few pounds helps very obese kids' health
The bad news: Not all the benefits of a family weight management program for severely obese kids last longer than six months,...
Skinny friends may make you eat more
That friend who stays thin despite eating anything and everything is not just annoying. She might also wreck your diet, new...
Obesity, alcohol, depression interlinked for women
Alcohol abuse, obesity and depression seem to go hand in hand for many women, according to the first study to look at how...
No link seen between meat and risk of brain cancer
Despite theories to the contrary, adults who eat a lot of meat may not have a heightened risk of the most common type of...
Streamline access to school meals: USDA's Vilsack
When Congress updates the U.S. school lunch program, it should remove paperwork barriers to enrollment to free or reduced-price...
Folate-rich diet cuts women's colon cancer risk
Eating plenty of folate may sharply reduce the risk of colorectal cancer, at least for women, South Korean researchers report....
Low vitamin D may be deadly for older adults
Low levels of vitamin D appear to increase the risk of death in older adults, researchers report in the Journal of the American...
Big effect unlikely for UK rules on kid food ads
Two-year-old UK regulations designed to cut down on TV ads that pitch unhealthy foods to kids are likely to only prohibit...
Doctor's office weigh-ins no help to heavy kids
Having doctors routinely weigh overweight children and give parents advice on diet and exercise may have little impact on...
Obama set to unveil plan on global food security
The Obama administration will unveil its long-awaited global food security plan during the next few days with the United...
Tanning may up skin cancer risk for palest kids
Very light-skinned children who tan in the sun develop significantly more moles than their peers who stay pale in the sun,...
Mediterranean diet trims the wallet
Sticking to a Mediterranean diet rich in fish, olive oil, legumes, fruit and vegetables is heart healthy, but expensive,...
Vitamin B6 tied to better prostate cancer survival
Men with earlier-stage prostate cancer may have better survival odds if they get a little more than the recommended amount...
Bans on smoking in public are good for the heart
It's not just easier to breathe in public places where smoking has been banned: It turns out that your heart benefits from...
Teen tanning salon laws limit access, not exposure
The good news on teens and indoor tanning: Most U.S. salons seem to be obeying state laws that require parents to consent...
For a healthy-sized baby, stay active in pregnancy
On your first pregnancy and looking for a reason to work out? Here's one: Women pregnant with their first children who exercise...
More active kids have easier time falling asleep
If you're one of those parents who likes to let their kids run themselves ragged so they fall asleep more easily, you may...
Educated family may mean higher eating disorder risk
Girls whose mothers, fathers, and grandparents are highly educated may have an increased risk of developing an eating disorder,...
Give your kidneys a break: lose some weight
Shedding some excess weight through diet, exercise or surgery may help obese adults with kidney disease ward off further...
Gay, bisexual teens at risk for eating disorders
Gay, lesbian and bisexual teenagers may be at higher risk of binge-eating and purging than their heterosexual peers, starting...
California lawmaker plans hearings on soda-obesity link
The California lawmaker who spearheaded a high-profile anti-obesity effort across the country's most populous state is now...
UN food aid hits 20-yr low as hunger soars
Food aid is at a 20-year low despite the number of critically hungry people soaring this year to its highest level ever,...
Canada says to boost food safety measures
Canada will adopt all 57 recommendations from a report on how to boost food safety after a outbreak of listeriosis in 2008...
Middle age meat eating may protect later abilities
Meat eaters might happily chew on the findings of a new study out of Japan hinting that eating meat at least every two days...
A drink or two hours before driving ups crash risk
Watch out for that glass of wine at meals or those two beers you had when celebrating your friend's birthday. Research now...
Lifestyle affects risk of second breast cancer
Surviving breast cancer is no guarantee that a new cancer won't appear in the other breast. However, research now suggests...
Job injuries worse after Daylight Saving shift
When the clock "springs forward" an hour for Daylight Saving Time, on-the-job injuries may follow, according to a new study...
Elderly? Check obesity using waist, hips, not BMI
Do you like to blame your weight on being "big-boned?" If you've ever thought that the body mass index (BMI) - a ratio of...
New obesity drug uses old approach for big results
Qnexa, an experimental obesity drug, helped people lose an average of nearly 15 percent of their body weight by combining...
Most diabetics falling short on healthy eating
Most Americans with diabetes are eating too much fat and sodium, and not enough fruits, vegetables, grains and low-fat dairy,...
Cutting salt could save U.S. billions of dollars
Don't pass the salt: If Americans were to cut their salt intake to recommended levels, they'd have far fewer cases of high...
Whole flaxseed, but not oil, may cut cholesterol
Adding whole flaxseed to your diet, but not flaxseed oil, may help lower your cholesterol levels, hint the combined results...
Late-night snacks could pack on the pounds
Midnight raids on the refrigerator may have worse consequences than indigestion -- a study in mice boosts the theory that...
Antioxidant pills do not prevent metabolic syndrome
People who want to forestall heart disease and diabetes may do better by choosing antioxidant-rich foods instead of antioxidant...
Food stamp list soars past 35 million: USDA
More than 35 million Americans received food stamps in June, up 22 percent from June 2008 and a new record as the country...
Battle lines drawn over soda, junk food taxes
Increasingly vocal calls for taxes on sugary drinks and junk food are fueling a behind- the-scenes battle that public health...
Wine may curb toxic skin effects of radiation
Cancer patients undergoing radiation treatment may want to sip some red wine before treatment. A study in women with breast...
Tax junk food, drinks to fight child obesity: report
A strongly worded report on child obesity released on Tuesday recommends that state and local governments tax junk food and...
Chewing gum after C-section may speed recovery
Chewing on some sugarless gum may be a low-tech way to help new moms get their bowels moving again after a cesarean section....
Healthy habits prevent breast cancer: study
Nearly 40 percent of all breast cancer cases in the United States could be prevented if women kept a healthy weight, drank...
Mediterranean diet tops low-fat diet for diabetics
A low-carbohydrate, Mediterranean-style diet is more effective than a typical low-fat, calorie-restricted diet for diabetes...
In serious debt? You're also more likely obese
People who are heavily in debt are more likely to be heavy themselves, too, according to new research from Germany. "Overindebted"...
Chew small bites for longer to cut calorie intake
Many weight-loss programs suggest eating smaller sized bites and savoring them in your mouth a little longer. Such advice...
One drug fights fat and diabetes in mice
Researchers searching for a cure for obesity said on Thursday they have developed a drug that not only makes mice lose weight,...
One in seven young Canadians deficient in vitamin C
The British who traveled to Canada by ship in the 1700s knew the risks of not getting enough vitamin C: scurvy. Today's Canadians...
Low-carb beats low-fat for heart risk factors
Cutting calories, whether by trimming fat or carbohydrates, aids weight loss, but the low-carb approach may do a better job...
Favorite snacks don't get boring for obese women
Non-obese women will get tired of having the same snack food day after day, but the same doesn't appear to be true for women...
Poultry at risk after H1N1 in Chile turkies-FAO
Poultry can be at risk after the outbreak of H1N1 flu, known as swine flu, in turkeys in Chile reported last week, the United...
Vitamin takers less likely felled by heart disease
Good news for those who take vitamin supplements: People who take a multivitamin and vitamin E nearly every day for 10 years...
Restricting a child's eating may not thwart obesity
Trying to control your child's weight by making certain foods off-limits? That oft-used and seemingly common-sense approach...
J&J ad for athlete's foot cream misleading-US FDA
Johnson & Johnson used a misleading medical journal advertisement to promote its Ertaczo athlete's foot cream, U.S. regulators...
Muscle mass, not fat, makes for stronger bones
New findings call into question the idea that being overweight or obese might protect people from developing brittle bones....
U.S. probes possible diet drug-related liver injury
U.S. health officials are reviewing reports of liver injury in people who took Roche Holding AG's weight loss drug Xenical...
Heart group draws hard line on sugar intake
Americans need to cut back dramatically on sugar consumption, the American Heart Association said on Monday in a recommendation...
Sugar guidelines not so sweet for soft drink makers
New American Heart Association sugar guidelines released on Monday may come as an especially hard blow to soft drink makers,...
Unsafe urban neighborhoods linked to teen weight
Living in an urban neighborhood that feels unsafe may be a factor in a teen's risk for being overweight, hints a study of...
Stressed-out coeds eat more sweets, snacks
The urge to chow down on sweets and fast food at stressful times knows no boundaries, at least among European women. Female...
Daily drinking may raise risk of several cancers
Men who drink beer or liquor on a regular basis may face a heightened risk of several different types of cancer, a new study...
Overweight friends eat more when they dine together
Overweight children and teenagers may eat more when they have a snack with an overweight friend rather than a thinner peer,...
Food stamp users risk weight gain: study
Packing on the pounds may be an unintended consequence of the U.S. Food Stamp Program, according to research that shows that...
Study questions need for folic acid mandate
A study from Ireland suggests that mandatory folic acid fortification may be unnecessary as many people may be getting plenty...
'DASH' diet may prevent kidney stones
A diet widely recommended for lowering blood pressure may also curb people's risk of developing kidney stones, a new study...
Heart-healthy diet may help ward off diabetes
Sticking to the so-called DASH diet may protect adults from developing type 2 diabetes, new research shows. DASH is short...
Liver transplant risky in the very thin or very fat
Liver transplantation "holds increased risk" in adults who are very thin or very obese before surgery, research shows. Patients...
California meat company recalls hamburger patties
California meat company Sterling Pacific Meat Co has recalled about 3,500 pounds of hamburger patties that may be contaminated...
More evidence that fish is brain food
Older adults in developing countries who regularly eat fish seem to have a lower risk of dementia, a new study suggests....
Goal setting helps cut type 2 diabetes risk
Adults may be