Mississippi leans on Google to crack down on illegal products Reuters - 53 minutes agoBy Diane Bartz WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Mississippi's attorney general said on Tuesday he would subpoena documents from Google Inc as part of a probe … More »
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A new approach to coaxing the body to fight HIV without antiretroviral drugs has shown some success in almost half the patients enrolled in a small study, US … More »
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A batch of birth control pills manufactured in India for US distribution has been recalled due to a packaging error that could make the pills ineffective, US health … More »
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US health authorities on Friday urged all boys age 11-12 to get a routine vaccination against the most common sexually transmitted disease, human papillomavirus, or … More »
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US pharmaceutical giant Pfizer on Tuesday recalled one million packets of birth control pills over a packaging error that could put women at risk of unintended … More »
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Mouth and throat infections of a common sexually transmitted disease known as human papillomavirus, which can lead to cancer, are more common among men than women, … More »
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Los Angeles mayor Antonio Villaraigosa signed into law Tuesday an ordinance requiring porn actors to use condoms, a measure welcomed by AIDS campaigners. … More »
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Sales of condoms and birth control in Poland shrank by 10 percent and 3.2 percent respectively over a year as of October 2011, the first such drop on record, fresh … More »
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By Genevra Pittman NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Kids who are short for their age but otherwise healthy probably don't need extensive blood tests to determine if a … More »
- Adding dip to veggies gets kids to eat more Reuters - Sat, Jun 1, 2013
By Kerry Grens NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Offering a dip alongside vegetables encourages kids to eat veggies they might normally push aside, according to a new … More »
- Sugary drink consumption down among U.S. kids Reuters - Thu, May 30, 2013
By Kathryn Doyle NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - More evidence that Americans are heeding calls to cut back on sugary drinks appears in a report from researchers at the … More »
- New vaccine protects kids against hand, foot and mouth disease Reuters - Wed, May 29, 2013
By Kate Kelland LONDON (Reuters) - Chinese scientists have developed the first vaccine to protect children against a virus called enterovirus 71, or EV71, that … More »
- More Colorado kids ate pot after medical use legalized Reuters - Wed, May 29, 2013
By Genevra Pittman NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Fourteen kids were treated at one Colorado emergency room for accidentally ingesting marijuana after the drug became … More »
- Kids' genes, environment affect sleep differently Reuters - Mon, May 27, 2013
By Genevra Pittman NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new study based on pairs of Canadian twins suggests that genetics play a strong role in how long kids sleep at … More »
- Check young kids for motor delays: pediatricians Reuters - Mon, May 27, 2013
By Genevra Pittman NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Doctors should regularly screen babies and young children for delays in motor skill development - including trouble … More »
- Can You Drink During Pregnancy? Sorry, the Jury Is Still Out Takepart.com - Wed, May 22, 2013
In movies and TV a secret pregnancy is always revealed after the woman declines a cocktail. The assumption being, of course, that responsible, educated moms-to-be … More »
- Surgery offers mixed benefits for kids' sleep apnea Reuters - Wed, May 22, 2013
By Gene Emery NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A new study has confirmed that removing the tonsils and adenoids of children with obstructive sleep apnea can reduce … More »
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- The Only Food Truck in Moscow Makansutra - Sat, Jun 15, 2013
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All regions in Singapore were hazy on Friday, as the three-hour Pollutant Standards Index (PSI) reading soared to 88 at 4pm. This is in the moderate range, … More »
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By Constance Watson LONDON (Reuters) - Forget abandoning carbohydrates or detoxing. The new dieting craze sweeping Britain and taking off in the United States lets … More »
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- Cook with vegetable fats for a healthy heart: study AFP Relax - Tue, Jun 11, 2013
People should feel guilt-free when cooking with vegetable fats like canola, corn and sunflower oils, which can actually be heart-healthy, suggests a team of US … More »
- Diet change boosts survival in men with prostate cancer AFP Relax - Tue, Jun 11, 2013
Men who ate more healthy fats from vegetables, nuts and olive oil after a diagnosis of prostate cancer saw better survival rates than peers whose diets were … More »
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Some great value food finds among the NUS canteens open to public. … More »
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By Dave Tai (guest contributor) In a 2008 survey conducted by Nielsen, 48 percent of Singaporeans deem themselves to be overweight and intend to lose weight. With … More »
- Vegetarians live longer and prosper: study AFP Relax - Tue, Jun 4, 2013
Want to live longer and keep the grim reaper at bay? A new study suggests dropping meat from your diet. … More »
- Eat the Nordic diet for a healthy heart: study AFP Relax - Fri, May 31, 2013
Eating a Nordic diet rich in game, berries, and fish can lower your cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease, a new study finds. … More »
- Too much coffee can make you fat: study AFP Relax - Wed, May 29, 2013
While research finds that drinking coffee in moderation can be good for your health, overdoing it isn’t. In a new study, Australian researchers have found that … More »
- AVA recalls four more starch-based products from Taiwan due to maleic acid Yahoo! Newsroom - Mon, May 27, 2013
Yet another starch-based product from Taiwan has been withdrawn by the Agri-Food and Veterinary Authority (AVA) as it also contains the unapproved maleic acid. … More »
- 3 Intermittent Fasting Truths You Need To Know HealthMatters.sg - Thu, May 23, 2013
By Dave Tai (Guest Contributor) Of the many diets that fitness enthusiasts have been actively supporting, intermittent fasting has been gaining ground for its … More »
- AVA stops sale of brand of Taiwan bubble tea pearls Yahoo! Newsroom - Mon, May 20, 2013
The Agri-Food & Veterinary Authority of Singapore (AVA) has stopped the sale of a brand of tapioca balls commonly used to make Taiwan bubble tea in Singapore. In a … More »
- Fish oil found to slow down effects of junk food on the brain AFP Relax - Wed, May 15, 2013
An analysis of 185 studies suggests that fish oil could minimize the negative effects junk food has on the brain. … More »
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RIYADH (Reuters) - Saudi Arabia has confirmed six new cases of the SARS-like novel coronavirus in its Eastern Province, state media reported on Monday and Tuesday, … More »
- Recipe: Nyonya Laksa Malacca Makansutra - Wed, May 15, 2013
A contribution of World Street Food Jamboree Malacca representative. … More »
- Salt in foods is still high: US study AFP Relax - Tue, May 14, 2013
The amount of salt in foods that are processed or sold at fast food restaurants is still high despite calls by medical experts for people to cut sodium for better … More »
- Eating at Subway nearly as calorific as McDonald's: study AFP Relax - Mon, May 13, 2013
Think Subway is the lesser of fast food evils? Think again. A new US study has found that teens consumed nearly as many calories at the sandwich shop chain as they … More »
- New SARS-like virus can probably pass person-to-person Reuters - Mon, May 13, 2013
By Angus McDowall RIYADH (Reuters) - World Health Organization (WHO) officials said on Sunday it seemed likely a new coronavirus that has killed at least 18 people … More »
- Eat the Nordic diet for a healthy heart: study AFP Relax - Fri, May 31, 2013
Eating a Nordic diet rich in game, berries, and fish can lower your cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease, a new study finds. … More »
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Eating probiotic-rich yogurt twice a day for a month could help relieve anxiety and stress by reducing activity in the emotional region of the brain, a small new … More »
- Too much coffee can make you fat: study AFP Relax - Wed, May 29, 2013
While research finds that drinking coffee in moderation can be good for your health, overdoing it isn’t. In a new study, Australian researchers have found that … More »
- Salt in foods is still high: US study AFP Relax - Tue, May 14, 2013
The amount of salt in foods that are processed or sold at fast food restaurants is still high despite calls by medical experts for people to cut sodium for better … More »
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Eating a Mediterranean diet can reduce "bad" cholesterol and improve health, even if you don't lose weight on the diet, a small new study finds. … More »
- Wildly popular UK diet can help treat diabetes and heart disease: study AFP Relax - Mon, Apr 29, 2013
The latest diet craze that has taken Britain by storm in recent months has received a boost from a newly released study which found that intermittent fasting can … More »
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While there are heaps of nutrition apps on the market, the latest offers something a little different. After you enter information on your exercise and lifestyle … More »
- Another good reason to kick the soda habit AFP Relax - Thu, Apr 25, 2013
If you think sipping one can of soda a day won't harm your health, a new study suggests otherwise. Drinking a can of soda daily increases the risk of developing … More »
- Diners eat less when menus display exercise required to burn off the meal AFP Relax - Wed, Apr 24, 2013
Restaurants with menus displaying how much exercise is required to burn off the meal may help people eat less and make healthier choices, a new study finds. … More »
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Adding exercise to your daily routine is more effective than making dietary changes alone when it comes to losing weight and meeting guidelines for nutrition and … More »
- Typical Western diet not ideal for aging well: study AFP Relax - Fri, Apr 19, 2013
To age well, a new study suggests skipping the fried and sweet foods, red meat, refined grains, and high-fat dairy products found in a so-called "Western" diet and … More »
- No health risks from taking too much vitamin E, study says AFP Relax - Tue, Apr 16, 2013
Despite prior concerns that too much vitamin E could be a health risk, a new scientific review finds this to not be the case. … More »
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As you already know, a healthy diet is good for you, but even better, it can slow the aging process and keep your face looking fresher. Here are a few healthy diet … More »
- Overnight Diet trend promises weight loss while you snooze AFP Relax - Tue, Apr 9, 2013
Dieters are flocking to the latest trend on the scene: the Overnight Diet, a rapid weight-loss plan that claims you can actually slim down while you sleep. … More »
- Cut salt, boost potassium for heart health, study says AFP Relax - Mon, Apr 8, 2013
New research from the British Medical Journal recommends the following diet tweak: increase potassium by eating more bananas and vegetables and cut down on salt to … More »
- Four anti-inflammatory foods you should be eating AFP Relax - Mon, Mar 25, 2013
While inflammation is the body's natural response to injury, chronic inflammation can lead to health problems -- but here are four anti-inflammatory foods that can … More »
- Always hungry? Add some olive oil to your diet: study AFP Relax - Sat, Mar 16, 2013
Olive oil is already famed for being a heart-healthy part of the Mediterranean diet. But now a new study finds that it may have a surprising benefit. Unlike low-fat … More »
- Soda-loving kids consume more calories, junk food: study AFP Relax - Thu, Mar 14, 2013
It's official: kids who guzzle sugar-sweetened beverages -- soda, sports drinks, and juices -- consume more calories than kids who don't. While those sugary drinks … More »
- US judge blocks New York ban on giant fizzy drinks AFP Relax - Tue, Mar 12, 2013
A New York judge blocked mayor Michael Bloomberg's planned ban on giant sodas Monday, dealing a setback to his public health agenda just hours before curbs on … More »
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Lacking motivation for healthy living? Get inspired by these incredible world records which push the boundaries of health and fitness. … More »
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