Diet & Food
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Second glass increases breast cancer risk
A major European study has shown how drinking alcohol daily can increase women’s risk of breast cancer. Read more
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Genetic project shows obesity genes
British researchers have pin-pointed new genes involved in schizophrenia and obesity in a major research project. Read more
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Bariatric surgery may help obese women have children
Bariatric surgery can help obese women achieve successful pregnancy – but should only be a last resort, obstetricians say today. Read more
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Calcium supplement benefit for bones challenged
Calcium is not effective for the prevention of fractures, either via diet or supplements, according to research published today. Read more
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Coffee not linked to heart murmur
A new study has ruled out a link between drinking coffee and a raised risk of the heart beat disorder, atrial fibrillation. Read more
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Not all trans fats unsafe – study
Not all trans fats are dangerous to consume, it was claimed today. Read more
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Quality barrier mars chocolate-Alzheimer’s study
Cocoa extracts have potential to help with Alzheimer’s disease prevention – but scientists are struggling to obtain consistent samples, researchers say. Read more
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Parts of England healthiest in world
England may be healthier than most other wealthy countries, according to a major study published today. Read more
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Pure olive oil ‘reduces breast cancer risk’
Women who eat the so-called Mediterranean diet supplemented with the purest forms of olive oil enjoy a reduced risk of developing breast cancer, a Spanish study has revealed. Read more
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Poor diet and blood pressure key global health risks
Unhealthy diets and high blood pressure are now the major causes of death globally, researchers say today. Read more