Dairy consumption guidelines ‘should be revised’

Apart from milk, dairy foods likely protect against premature death from all causes and from cerebrovascular causes, according to newly presented research.

‘Five portions of fruit and veg a day are enough’

A new study has found that five portions of fruits and vegetables a day is the optimum amount for lowering the risk of death from all causes, conflicting with previous research.

Risk Of Cardiovascular Death Doubled In Women With High Calcium Intake – High Risk Only In Those Taking Supplements

High intakes of calcium (corresponding to diet and supplements) in women are associated with a higher risk of death from all causes, but cardiovascular disease in particular, compared with women with lower calcium intake, a study published today on bmj.com suggests…