Archive for November, 2006



Study: Red wine extract helps old, fat mice live longer

Resveratrol, a compound found in grapes, wine, nuts and other foods, may allow people to enjoy the health benefits of cutting calories without actually doing it. A new study from Harvard Medical School and the National Institute of Aging shows that large doses of resveratrol lowered the rate of diabetes, liver problems and other health […]

Health Highlights — November 2, 2006

Here’s a quick review of some of the more useful and important health topics currently in the news…
Turmeric, a substance found in the spice curry and other foods, might help to prevent rheumatoid arthritis and osteoporosis…
Concerned about salmonella and e. coli in your salads? The FDA provides some good tips for handling produce…
Eating a low […]