FDA calls for ban on artery-clogging trans fats in processed foods

JUDY WOODRUFF: Let’s look closer now at the government’s decision to ban artificial trans fats from the American diet. The Food and Drug Administration says those partially hydrogenated fats are not considered safe in food. Their use has declined substantially in recent years as manufacturers have increasingly removed them, but they are still consumed in … Read more

Could Warmer Weather Hamper Brain Function in People With MS?

By Mary Elizabeth DallasHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Nov. 7 (HealthDay News) — Warmer temperatures might reduce the ability of people with multiple sclerosis to complete mental tasks and process information, new research suggests. Although heat has long been linked to a worsening of symptoms among people with the inflammatory disease, it wasn’t clear exactly how the … Read more

Adjust the Lights, Hold the Morphine?

THURSDAY, Nov. 7 (HealthDay News) — Changing lighting patterns in hospital rooms to more closely align with normal sleep-wake cycles may improve patients’ health by reducing fatigue and pain, a new study suggests. The findings highlight a simple and inexpensive way to improve patient care, according to the researchers. Their study was designed to determine … Read more

Greetings from Dave Gorham…!!!

I am Dave Gorham from houston and I am new to this forum. I’m looking forward to meeting new people and interacting a lot within the community. I hope I can become a valuable contributor and that I can pass on my knowledge to be able to help others as well. Hope everyone had an … Read more

FDA to Ban Trans Fats in Foods

By Steven Reinberg and Margaret Farley SteeleHealthDay Reporters THURSDAY, Nov. 7 (HealthDay News) — U.S. health officials announced Thursday a plan to phase out heart-harmful trans fats in processed foods and restaurant fare. U.S. Food and Drug Administration Commissioner Dr. Margaret Hamburg said the proposed restrictions on the use of trans fats could prevent 20,000 … Read more

Weight Loss Secrets That Will Get You Skinny

Browse > Home / Diet Plans / Weight Loss Secrets That Will Get You Skinny Weight Loss Secrets That Will Get You Skinny November 4, 2013 by health   Filed under Diet Plans Leave a comment Weight loss is serious business. If you want to achieve success, it is necessary to plan well and remain … Read more