Fruit and veg protect against heart disease, but not cancer
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A large dietary survey shows that a high intake of fruit and vegetables reduces the risk of heart disease, but not cancer. We are urged to eat at least five portions of fruit and vegetables a day to protect
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Aug 25  - An antioxidant found in blueberries and grapes appears to lower cholesterol as effectively as a commercial drug, according to preliminary study findings released Monday.
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TUESDAY, Oct. 19 (HealthDayNews) -- An apple skin a day could keep colon cancer away, and a common gout drug might also help, two new studies claim.
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A new study reports that antioxidants have no effect in preventing heart attack, stroke or death among women at risk for cardiovascular disease.
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A multiyear study involving more than 100,000 participants provides more support that eating lots of fruit and vegetables is good for the heart.
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While there&#39;s no surefire way to prevent cancer, many kinds of foods can help lower the risk of certain cancers. Research shows that people who eat diets rich in plant foods
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Here&#39;s the good news from the National Cancer Institute. A new study finds those foods can decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease, unfortunately it doesn&#39;t decrease the risk of cancer.
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The central pillar of a healthy lifestyle has been shaken with the publication this week of a major study suggesting eating fruit and vegetables does not protect against cancer.
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WASHINGTON - Food containing olive oil can carry labels saying they may reduce the risk of coronary heart disease, the government says, citing limited evidence from a dozen scientific studies about the benefits of monounsaturated fats.
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A Mediterranean diet rich in vegetable oil, nuts and fish may help fend off more than heart disease and diabetes: It appears to prevent gallstones, too.
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American Cancer Society - A long-term study of breast cancer survivors shows that eating more than the recommended 5 daily servings of vegetables and fruit has no effect on breast cancer recurrence or deaths. Although researchers are disappointed by the finding, they say women should still strive to fit plenty of these healthy foods into their diet because they have other benefits.
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Chemists have found that a compound in blueberries may be as powerful as prescription medication at lowering cholesterol. Blueberries are already known to be a rich source of antioxidants and therefore a healthy addition to the diet.
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The FDA said Wednesday that fish and other foods and dietary supplements can claim they reduce the risk of heart disease, even though the scientific evidence is still unfolding.
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NEW YORK  - Compared to 50 years ago,  today's fruits and vegetables carry smaller amounts of some key  nutrients, including protein, calcium and vitamin C, according  to new study findings.
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Taking a folic acid supplement does not cut the risk of heart disease or stroke in people with a history of cardiovascular ailments, according to a study published on Tuesday.
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Two studies shed new light on the link between diet and cancer, bolstering evidence that red meat may raise colorectal cancer risks but casting doubt on whether fruits and vegetables can help prevent breast cancer.
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NEW YORK  - In findings that could make  broccoli and Brussels sprouts easier to swallow, early research  suggests a chemical found in the vegetables may impede the  spread of breast cancer cells.