Maternal sugar intake linked to allergic asthma in offspring

New research examines the link between maternal intake of sugar during pregnancy and the risk of the offspring developing allergies and allergic asthma.

Vegetable pigment may reduce inflammation in heart disease patients

Higher levels of lutein, a pigment found in plants and eggs, correlates with lower levels of inflammation marker in patients with coronary artery disease.

BRAT diet: Benefits, risks, and treating diarrhea

What is the BRAT diet, how does the BRAT diet work, and is it effective? Learn if the diet is safe, when to see a doctor, and what foods to avoid.

Late teen years are key period for bone growth

The late adolescent years are an important period for gaining bone mineral, even after a teenager attains his or her adult height.

Chances of surviving malaria may be higher when host consumes fewer calories

Malaria parasites sense and adapt to their host’s nutritional status.The chances of surviving a malaria infection may be higher when the host consumes fewer calories, according to new research.