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Fight dementia through diet
Submitted by Rob Anderson, November 13th, 2007 • 0 Comments
French scientists have listed what they say are three dietary staples of seniors who avoid dementia. Omega-3 fatty acids are crucial.
Heart risk with energy drinks?
Submitted by Rob Anderson, November 9th, 2007 • 5 Comments
A small, new study indicates that popular energy drinks, like Red Bull, can elevate blood pressure and heart rate. Until further research is conducted, researchers are recommending those with high blood pressure or heart disease should avoid these types of drinks.
Jindal on Louisiana health care
Submitted by Rob Anderson, November 8th, 2007 • 0 Comments
Speaking of Governor-elect Jindal, he sat down with the Baton Rouge Business Report for an extensive Q&A. In it, he addresses his ideas and plans for health care in Louisiana.
Jindal says SCHIP bill deal possible
Submitted by Rob Anderson, November 8th, 2007 • 0 Comments
Governor-elect Bobby Jindal says that a bipartisan deal is in the works that could end the Congress-White House stalemate that threatens the future of the government-funded health insurance program for children.
A little overweight not all bad?
Submitted by Rob Anderson, November 7th, 2007 • 1 Comments
Turns out that being a little overweight isn’t all that bad. According to a new study that appears in the Journal of the American Medical Association, being 25 pounds or so overweight does not appear to rais a person’s risk of dying from cancer or heart disease.
Urban legends and Halloween candy
Submitted by Rob Anderson, October 31st, 2007 • 0 Comments
The Houma Courier explores the myths about tainted Halloween candy that never seem to die. The article also points out that parents should still play it safe and check out the candy their kids receive.
Editorial: Fight childhood obesity in LA
Submitted by Rob Anderson, October 31st, 2007 • 0 Comments
The Advocate in Baton Rouge calls for Louisiana to do more to fight the problem of childhood obesity.
Bacon is bad
Submitted by Rob Anderson, October 31st, 2007 • 0 Comments
A detailed new report on diet and cancer by the American Institute for Cancer Research and the World Cancer Research Fun shows that there is more evidence than ever before that weight and the foods we eat strongly incfluence our chances of developing certain cancers.
Alcohol and pregnancy: New findings?
Submitted by Rob Anderson, October 12th, 2007 • 0 Comments
Is very limited alcohol consumption during pregnancy okay after all? According to new research conducted by the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) in London, women who are at least three months pregnant can drink 1.5 servings of alcohol a day without risk of side effects in their baby.
Baby cold medicines go "bye-bye"
Submitted by Rob Anderson, October 11th, 2007 • 0 Comments
After concerns expressed by Baltimore city officials and the American Academy of Pediatrics, drug manufacturers have pulled baby and toddler cold medicines from store shelves. The withdrawal includes medicines targeted at children under 2.
Chronic diseases cost LA billions
Submitted by Rob Anderson, October 3rd, 2007 • 0 Comments
A new report from the nonprofit Milken Institute shows that chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease and hypertension contribute to an estimated $22 billion yearly loss for Louisiana. The report also shows that chronic diseases cost the U.S. economy about $1.3 trillion annually.
Breast cancer myths persist
Submitted by Rob Anderson, October 2nd, 2007 • 3 Comments
As National Breast Cancer Awareness Month begins, a new study finds that many women still believe certain breast cancer myths to be fact. For instance, many still believe heredity to be the cause of most breast cancer, when, in reality, inherited genetic mutations are only responsible for 5 to 10 percent of cases.
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