Archive for October, 2006



Vitamin D may slow breast cancer

Vitamin D may help to slow the progression of breast cancer, according to a small study from the UK. Just more evidence that vitamin D — and sunlight — are vital for good health.
From the British Medical Journal:
Vitamin D May Help Curb Breast Cancer Progression
Vitamin D may help curb breast cancer progression, suggests a small […]

Study: Drinking cola may lead to weaker bones in women

Women who drink 4 or more colas per week have weaker bones and are at greater risk of developing osteoporosis than women who don’t drink cola, according to new research from Tufts University. Scientists aren’t sure why cola causes low bone mineral density but many experts believe it has to do with the phosphoric acid […]

Study: Severe psoriasis may increase heart attack risk

People with severe psoriasis — especially those under the age of 50 — have a higher risk of suffering a heart attack, according to a new study from the University of Pennsylvania. If you suffer from the skin disease be sure to discuss ways to improve your cardiovascular health with your doctor.
From JAMA and Archives […]

Report: Children need more free playtime!

A new report from the American Academy of Pediatrics says that children need more unstructured playtime for healthy development. Researchers say that plenty of free playtime is vital for the development of creativity, problem-solving skills, social skills, and more. Many experts also believe that unstructured, relaxed playtime is extremely important for keeping a child’s stress […]

Study: Drinking black tea lowers stress hormone levels

Drinking black tea can help the body deal with stress, according to a new study from University College London. Researchers found that men who drank black tea 4 times per day had lower levels of the stress hormone cortisol. High levels of cortisol have been linked to several chronic illnesses, including obesity and coronary heart […]