HEALTH TOPICS 
5 foods that fight high cholesterol
It's easy to eat your way to an alarmingly high cholesterol level. And the reverse is true too — changing… More »
MRI may reduce unnecessary prostate biopsies
A study found that MRI can identify 89% of clinically significant prostate cancers and may help men with their decision… More »
Breast pain: Not just a premenopausal complaint
A guide to the causes and treatment for recurrent breast pain. More »
Are fats so bad?
For years, fat was a dirty word in the dietary world. After World War II, large studies established links between… More »
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Eating more of some dietary fats can fight heart disease
A study suggests that replacing monounsaturated fats from animal sources, like dairy products, eggs, and meat, with an equal amount from plant sources, such as olive oil, avocados, and nuts, might lower the risk of heart disease deaths by about… More »
Noisy workplaces may boost cardiovascular risk factors
Working in a noisy industry may be associated with high blood pressure and cholesterol. More »
When to expect results from a new medication
How quickly a new medication will work depends on how the body absorbs the medication, how the body distributes it, and how the body breaks down or metabolizes it. Some drugs may begin working on the first day, and others… (Locked) More »
Food and mood: Is there a connection?
Researchers can’t say for sure whether your diet affects your depression risk, but adopting a Mediterranean diet has many other health benefits. The Mediterranean diet is rich in fruits and vegetables, whole grains and healthy oils, and lean proteins, such… More »
