Researchers from the NHS in Cornwall, the Peninsula Medical School, the Agency for Health Technology Assessment in Warsaw and the University of Birmingham have analysed 12 studies relating to cardiac rehabilitation and found no difference in health outcomes for patients who receive cardiac rehabilitation in a clinical setting or at home. The research paper is… Continue reading
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Neurodevelopment of young children affected by prenatal exposure to flame-retardant compounds
Prenatal exposure to ambient levels of flame retardant compounds called polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) is associated with adverse neurodevelopmental effects in young children, according to researchers at the Columbia Center for Children’s Environmental Health (CCCEH) at Columbia University’s Mailman School of Public Health. The study is online in Environmental Health Perspectives and will be released… Continue reading
Healthy nutrition: Fibers
Eat more fiber. You’ve probably heard it before. But do you know why fiber is so good for your health? Dietary fiber — found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes — is probably best known for its ability to prevent or relieve constipation. But fiber can provide other health benefits as well, such… Continue reading
Dietary fats: Our healthy choice
Most foods contain several different kinds of fats — including saturated, polyunsaturated, monounsaturated and trans fats — and some kinds are better for your health than others are. You don’t need to completely eliminate all fats from your meals. Instead, choose the healthier types of fats and enjoy them in moderation. Healthy fats When choosing… Continue reading
Which types of fat are the best for our health
Limit fat in your diet, but don’t try to cut it out completely. Focus on reducing foods high in saturated fat, trans fat and cholesterol, and select more foods made with unsaturated fats. Consider these tips when making your choices: • Saute with olive oil instead of butter. • Use olive oil in salad dressings… Continue reading
Hangovers vs. Health
10 ways to drop excess winter weight
Looking for the easiest way to lose weight? Of course you are! Who has the time to sift through all of the diet programs you could be trying this month to lose weight? And honestly, dropping those winter pounds doesn’t have to be so difficult. Thanks to That’s Fit, I’ve had the pleasure of reviewing… Continue reading
Mediterranean diet prevents stomach cancer
A new study published on Dec 9 in the online journal American Journal of Clinical Nutrition has associated use of Mediterranean diet with a lower risk of stomach or gastric cancer. The finding may suggest that either the Mediterranean diet itself helps protect against stomach cancer or conversely, that other diets may boost the risk… Continue reading