TCM takes root in the land of samba
2010-10-20 09:13:33
Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), especially acupuncture, is spreading fast in Brazil, winning praise from even Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva.
Jury still out on best cardio machine
2010-10-20 09:13:33
In the battle of the cardio machines, the treadmill reigns supreme, but the elliptical cross trainer could be a contender.
Baby makers
2010-10-20 09:09:52
Despite age-old prejudices, rising infertility rates are leading to greater acceptance of in-vitro fertilization (IVF) treatments.
Treadmill vs. elliptical, motor vs. momentum
2010-10-19 09:19:37
In the battle of the cardio machines, the treadmill reigns supreme, but the elliptical cross trainer could be a contender.
Vitamin B12 tied to Alzheimer's
2010-10-19 08:58:20
Vitamin B12 may help protect against Alzheimer's disease, according to a study out Monday.
So, what's in a placebo, anyway?
2010-10-19 08:58:09
Despite carrying monikers like 'fake' or 'dummy' or 'sham,' some placebo pills may be potent enough to taint medical research results, hints a new review of more than 150 clinical trials.
Traditional Mediterranean diet may cut diabetes risk
2010-10-18 09:19:48
A traditional Mediterranean diet heavy in olive oil and vegetables may help older people lower their risk of adult onset diabetes -- even without counting calories or shedding weight.
From the ground up
2010-10-17 12:31:00
Fruits, flowers and animal prints burst onto the runway at the spring collections in Paris and Milan recently.
Man's best friend may help kids with allergies
2010-10-14 15:41:16
Life with the family dog will give young children hours of loyal companionship, cherished memories -- and, in some cases, possibly even better health.
Many obese people see no need to lose weight
2010-10-14 08:51:09
A substantial proportion of obese people don't think they're too fat, new research shows.
Walking may keep brain from shrinking in old age
2010-10-14 08:51:01
Walking at least six miles a week may be one thing people can do to keep their brains from shrinking and fight off dementia, U.S. researchers said on Wednesday.
Take a chill pill
2010-10-13 09:09:58
Work-related stress not only increases your risk of a heart attack but also makes you more prone to infections and slower to recover from wounds.