Spin Common in Study Coverage
Putting an overly positive spin on study results starts with the summary of
Big Apple Bans Big Sodas
New York Citys Board of Health passed the controversial ban on supersized
Cilantro Aversion Is Genetic
Cant stand the taste of cilantro, that increasingly popular herb found in
Low Vitamin C, Beta-Carotene Accompany Alzheimer’s
Low levels of vitamin C and beta-carotene could be clues to the onset of Alzheimers disease,
Vitamin D Cant Stop the Common Cold
Dont count on vitamin D to protect you from the sniffles. New Zealand researchers report
Ginkgo Again Fails to Make a Difference vs. Dementia
Yet another trial has failed to find significant memory-protecting benefits from ginkgo biloba, leading an accompanying editorial
Staying Active and Social Prolongs Life Even After 75
Even well into your golden years, exercise can extend your life-and the greatest benefits come just from getting
Does It Still Pay to Pick Organic?
Despite little difference in nutrients, some organic foods may still make sense.
Olive Oil Boosts Blood-Vessel Function
Antioxidant compounds fight inflammation, expand blood vessels.
Tomatoes Lower Mens Stroke Risk
Lycopene is also a potent antioxidant, working in the body to counter free radicals that can damage cells and their DNA. Its that antioxidant ability Finnish scientists suspect might cut the risk of stroke.