Calcium Supplements Linked to Earlier Death in Older People With Heart...

Calcium supplements, frequently taken to lessen the risk of brittle bones (osteoporosis) and fractures, have been linked to an increased risk of death among...

Cardamon Compound Shows Promise for Treating Aggressive Breast Cancer

Cardamonin — a natural compound found in the spice cardamom and other plants — could have therapeutic potential for triple-negative breast cancer, according to...

Sugar-Fueled Inflammation Linked to Increased Risk of Autoimmune Diseases

People who consume sugar and other carbohydrates in excess over a long period of time have an increased risk of developing an autoimmune disease....

Disinfectant Use During Pregnancy Linked to Childhood Asthma and Eczema

Use of disinfectants by pregnant women may be a risk factor for asthma and eczema in their children, finds a population study, published online...

Two Servings of Avocados a Week Linked to 21% Lower Risk...

Eating two or more servings of avocado weekly has been linked with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, and substituting avocado for certain fat-containing...

Plant-Based Omega-3s May Boost Heart Health, Reduce Risk of Heart Disease

People often think of salmon when they think of omega-3 fatty acids, but a new research review found that the major plant-based version of...

Eating Cranberries Linked to Improved Cardiovascular Health

A new clinical trial has found that daily consumption of cranberries for one month led to improved cardiovascular function in healthy men. The new study,...

Climate Changes Leading to Longer, More Intense Allergy Seasons

Allergy seasons are likely to become longer and grow more intense as a result of increasing temperatures caused by human-made climate change, according to...

Even Moderate Exposure to Light During Sleep Harms Heart and Increases...

Close the blinds, draw the curtains and turn off all the lights before bed. Exposure to even moderate ambient lighting during nighttime sleep, compared...

Treating Heart Attacks With a Medium Chain Fatty Acid

A medium-chain fatty acid found in energy drinks might one day help protect against heart attack injuries. "Heart attacks are still a leading cause of...