Depression linked to stroke risk in women
A new study led by Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) and Brigham and Women’s Hospital researchers reports a 29% increased risk of stroke … Continue reading “Depression linked to stroke risk in women”
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Don’t just eat in moderation, make better food choices, HSPH researcher says
Eating in moderation, cutting calories, and avoiding fatty foods isn’t enough to prevent weight gain; rather, it’s important to pay attention to what you’re … Continue reading “Don’t just eat in moderation, make better food choices, HSPH researcher says”
Heart disease: A little exercise goes a long way
Even a small amount of exercise may significantly lower your risk of getting heart disease, according to a new study conducted at the Harvard … Continue reading “Heart disease: A little exercise goes a long way”
School obesity-prevention program may reduce medical costs
School-based programs that teach middle schoolers about healthy foods, encourage less TV and other screen time, and urge more physical activity can reduce eating … Continue reading “School obesity-prevention program may reduce medical costs”
Stiffer air pollution regulations crucial, HSPH’s Schwartz tells congressional committee
Air pollution expert Joel Schwartz told a Congressional subcommittee on July 26, 2011, that new EPA regulations aimed at reducing particulate emissions from coal-fired … Continue reading “Stiffer air pollution regulations crucial, HSPH’s Schwartz tells congressional committee”
Mass graves documented in Sudan, says Harvard Humanitarian Initiative-affiliated Satellite Sentinel Project
The Satellite Sentinel Project has revealed visual evidence of mass graves in Sudan’s South Kordofan, near the border of the newly independent South Sudan. … Continue reading “Mass graves documented in Sudan, says Harvard Humanitarian Initiative-affiliated Satellite Sentinel Project”
Nutrition news: Mediterraneans abandon their famous diet
Italians, Greeks, and Spaniards are getting heavier, in spite of the fact that their countries are home to the Mediterranean diet, a diet rich … Continue reading “Nutrition news: Mediterraneans abandon their famous diet”
Secondhand smoke may cause mental health problems in children
Living in a household with secondhand smoke may increase children’s odds of developing certain neurobehavioral disorders, such as learning disabilities and conduct and behavior … Continue reading “Secondhand smoke may cause mental health problems in children”
Nutrition news: Hold the salt, pass the potassium
Too much salt paired with too little potassium may increase people’s risk of mortality, according to a study co-authored by Harvard School of Public … Continue reading “Nutrition news: Hold the salt, pass the potassium”
Report finds dramatic increases in US obesity rates; HSPH nutrition expert blames supersized portions, easy access to empty calories
HSPH Prof. Steven Gortmaker spoke to Bloomberg News about a new report on skyrocketing obesity rates in the United States. According to F as … Continue reading “Report finds dramatic increases in US obesity rates; HSPH nutrition expert blames supersized portions, easy access to empty calories”