Can higher sodium intake treat lightheadedness?
New York, Feb 11 (IANS) Higher sodium intake should not be used as a treatment for lightheadedness, say researchers challenging current guidelines for sodium consumption. …
Fruit, vegetable intake may lower death risk in dialysis patients
Sydney, Feb 1 (IANS) A higher consumption of fruits and vegetables may be associated with a lower risk of premature death in patients undergoing hemodialysis, …
Vitamin D intake could lower diabetes risk: Study
New York, Jan 30 (IANS) While Vitamin D helps in promoting bone health, a new study suggests that it may also promote greater insulin sensitivity, …
Reduced alcohol intake could help to quit smoking: Study
New York, Dec 28 (IANS) If quitting smoking is one of your New Year’s resolutions, you might want to consider cutting back on your drinking …
Alcohol intake may cause weight loss in diabetics
New York, Dec 4 (IANS) Regular consumption of alcohol may lead to long-term weight loss in people with diabetes, say researchers. The study, led by …
Increasing protein intake can reduce disability risk in elderly
London, Nov 3 (IANS) Increasing the daily amount of protein intake — known to slow the loss of muscle mass — can help older adults …
Eating cocoa may boost your Vitamin D intake: Study
London, Sep 26 (IANS) Love chocolates or other products containing cocoa? A new study has found that foods rich in cocoa, such as cocoa butter, …
Restricting meal intake in 10-hour window may boost health
New York, Sep 1 (IANS) Following a simple lifestyle such as eating all food within 10 hours can restore balance, stave off metabolic diseases and …
Intake of low-carb diets can be unsafe: Study
London, Aug 28 (IANS) Consumption of low carbohydrate diets can be unsafe as it may increase the risk of premature death, a new study has …
Onam season liquor intake down by Rs 17 crore
Thiruvananthapuram, Aug 27 (IANS) Kerala, ravaged by floods, saw a drop of Rs 17 crore in liquor sales during Onam season compared to last year. …
Early-life alcohol intake may increase prostate cancer risk
New York, Aug 23 (IANS) Consuming at least seven drinks of alcohol per week in your adolescence may increase the risk of high grade prostate …
Moderate carbohydrate intake may lower mortality risk
New York, Aug 17 (IANS) If you are looking forward to boost your longevity, start consuming carbohydrates in moderation. A new study has found that …
Moderate salt intake not as bad as earlier thought: Study
Toronto, Aug 10 (IANS) People with moderate or average salt intake need not reduce their sodium intake for prevention of heart disease and stroke, suggests …
Australia’s migrants intake hits lowest level in 11 years
Canberra, July 13 (IANS) Australia’s migrants intake has hit the lowest level in 11 years, a report revealed on Friday. According to the Department of …
Don’t restrict coal intake during monsoon: CIL to power plants
Kolkata, July 4 (IANS) The Coal India Ltd (CIL) has urged power stations “not to restrict intake of coal during monsoon period when power generation …
Hormone intake could change DNA
London, July 1 (IANS) Even small dosage of hormone intake can alter gene expression in a way that also affects the next generation, warns a …
Why middle-aged men should reduce high protein intake?
London, May 29 (IANS) While eating protein rich foods such as meat, poultry, fish, dry beans and peas, eggs, nuts, and seeds supply many nutrients, …
Milk intake may cut metabolic syndrome risk in obese kids
New York, May 25 (IANS) Is your child obese? If so, drinking at least two servings of any type of cows’ milk each day are …
Regulating salt intake key to prevent hypertension: Experts (May 17 is World Hypertension Day)
Mumbai, May 17 (IANS) Regulating salt consumption is key to prevent hypertension, which is associated with an increased risk of heart disease, heart attack, stroke …
Australia’s economy benefit from immigration intake: Study
Canberra, April 17 (IANS) An Australian government study revealed on Tuesday that new migrant arrivals were benefiting the country’s economy, not slowing it down. According …
High carbohydrate intake may increase cancer recurrence risk
New York, April 15 (IANS) Consuming high amounts of carbohydrates and sugar prior to treatment for head and neck cancer may increase the patients’ risks …
High meat intake may up liver disease risk
New York, March 21 (IANS) Meat lovers please take note. Increased consumption of red or processed meat may increase the risk of developing non-alcoholic fatty …
Healthy diet may not prevent effects of high salt intake
London, March 5 (IANS) If you tend to consume a healthy diet just to thwart the effects of high salt intake, think twice. A diet …
Green vegetable intake can cut glaucoma risk
New York, Jan 17 (IANS) Greater intake of dietary nitrate and green leafy vegetables is associated with a 20-30 percent lower risk of primary open-angle …
Fish intake by would-be mom helps growth of baby`s brain
Washington D.C., Jan. 15 (ANI): A recent study has found an explanation for the correlation between eating fish during pregnancy, and the health of the …
Green leafy vegetable intake lessens risk of glaucoma
Washington D.C., Jan. 15 (ANI): A recent study says that leafy vegetables such as lettuce, spinach and kale and nitrate-rich vegetables are associated with lowering …