August 26, 2016 Why childhood celiac disease should be checked with lab tests Even though many children with celiac disease can ease symptoms by going on a gluten-free diet, kids should still get blood tests and other exams to confirm whether they actually have the disease, some doctors argue.
August 25, 2016 Getting enough omega-3 may cut risk of diabetic retinopathy For adults with type 2 diabetes, following a Mediterranean diet including at least two servings of fatty fish per week may lower the risk of diabetic retinopathy, according to an observational study from Spain.
August 25, 2016 Regular nibbling on nuts linked to low inflammation Eating a handful of nuts five times per week may reduce inflammation, a condition that contributes to heart disease, diabetes and many other chronic illnesses, say the authors of a recent U.S. study.
August 24, 2016 US heart group sets limit on sugar for kids and teens The vast majority of children and teens should have less than six teaspoons of added sugar in their diet each day, according to the American Heart Association.
August 18, 2016 Most antipsychotic drugs not tied to birth defects Pregnant women on antipsychotic drugs can continue taking most of those medications without worrying the pills will increase the risk of their newborns having birth defects, a new study suggests.
August 17, 2016 Michael Bloomberg named World Health Organization ambassador The World Health Organization has appointed billionaire philanthropist and former New York mayor Michael Bloomberg as a global ambassador to help spur governments and donors to tackle prevalent diseases such as cancer, diabetes and heart and lung disease.
August 16, 2016 Heart groups suggests people get up every now and then People should get about 30 minutes of exercise each day to counteract the potentially harmful effects of being inactive for too long, according to a new statement from a leading U.S. heart group.
August 16, 2016 4 things your mouth can tell you about your health Sure, your breath may remind you about the garlic you ate at lunch.
August 15, 2016 Culture gap can make diabetes diet harder Patients with diabetes must work hard every day to count the carbs they consume, to avoid dangerous spikes or dips in blood sugar.
August 15, 2016 Risk of diabetes and heart disease may spike before menopause Women may be at greater risk for developing diabetes, heart disease and stroke in the years before menopause, rather than afterward, a U.S. study suggests.
