Dementia risk increased with calcium supplements in certain women

In seniors who have experienced cerebrovascular disease, including stroke, calcium supplements may increase the risk of dementia, study finds.

Butter not significantly linked to ill health, says study

Saturated fats are bad for us, but maybe not in every case. Butter, it seems, may not increase the risk of CVD and may protect against diabetes.

Coffee unlikely to cause cancer, but very hot drinks could

A review of more than 1,000 studies concludes coffee is unlikely to increase the risk of cancer – as long as the beverage is not too hot on consumption.

What’s the Connection Between Diabetes and Diarrhea?

Learn about the connection between diabetes and diarrhea, including the medication and complications of diabetes that increase the risk of diarrhea.

Alcohol and processed meat linked to stomach cancer

Drinking three or more alcoholic drinks a day, eating processed meat each day and being overweight or obese increase the risk of developing stomach cancer, according to new study.

High-GI diet linked to increased lung cancer risk

A diet with a high glycemic index – a measure of how the carbohydrates in foods will affect blood glucose levels – may increase the risk of lung cancer, new research suggests.

Does more vitamin D increase the risk of falls?

High doses of vitamin D do not appear to improve function in the lower extremities and may increase the risk of falling in seniors, a new study finds.

Danes’ vitamin D levels are determined by their genes

Certain genetic variations increase the risk of having a lower level of vitamin D.

Coffee may harm cardiovascular health for young adults with mild hypertension

Researchers have found that heavy coffee consumption could increase the risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attacks in young adults with hypertension.

High-GI diet may raise depression risk for postmenopausal women

A high-GI diet has been previously linked to health problems.

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