Health News Archives

Aspirin Doesn’t Prevent First Heart Attack, Stroke
Study contradicts current recommendations; expert suggests change

Too Much Sun, Too Few Antioxidants Spell Eye Trouble
The combination contributes to age-related macular degeneration, study finds

Broccoli Compound May Help COPD Patients
Sulphoraphane boosts lungs' antioxidant activity, researchers explain

Antioxidant-Rich Diet May Protect Against Eye Disease
Compounds likely extend life of retinal cells that fight age-related macular degeneration

Intense Heat May Boost Tomato Antioxidant
Fat added to lycopene molecules appears to increase disease-fighting power, study says

Finding Out How Flavonoids Protect the Heart
Meta-analysis shows specific cardiovascular effects of chocolate, soy protein, green tea

Unhealthy Meals Dull Older Diabetics’ Memory
Antioxidant vitamins counter cognitive decline, but experts say eating healthy is better

Coffee Beans May Be Newest Stress-Buster
Just inhaling the aroma activated anxiety-relieving genes, rat research shows

Fruits, Vegetables, Teas May Cut Smokers’ Cancer Risk
Flavonoids in these foods may also counteract damage tobacco does to DNA, study suggests

Type of Tomato Product Determines Power Against Prostate Cancer
Compound produced during drying works with lycopene to protect against malignancies, study suggests