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Consuming A Little Less Salt Could Mean Fewer Deaths
March 11, 2009 — A moderate decrease in daily salt intake could benefit the US population and reduce the rates of heart disease and deaths. All segments of the US population would be expected to benefit, with the ... > full story -
Salt Might Be 'Nature's Antidepressant'
March 10, 2009 — Most people consume far too much salt, and now a researcher has discovered one potential reason we crave it: it might put us in a better ... > full story -
Two Food Additives Have Previously Unrecognized Estrogen-Like Effects
March 2, 2009 — Scientists in Italy are reporting development and successful use of a fast new method to identify food additives that act as so-called "xenoestrogens" -- substances with estrogen-like effects that ... > full story -
Many Middle-Aged And Older Americans Not Getting Adequate Nutrition
March 1, 2009 — As older adults tend to reduce their food intake as they age, there is concern that deficits in micronutrients lead to medical problems. Researchers examined how well different ethnic groups met the ... > full story -
Hidden Phosphorus Food Additives Dangerous To Kidney Disease Patients
February 10, 2009 — Advanced kidney disease patients have a list of foods they know to avoid because they naturally contain a high level of the mineral phosphorus, which is difficult for their compromised kidneys to ... > full story -
Most Road Salt Is Making It Into Lakes And Rivers
February 10, 2009 — New research has revealed that road salt used throughout the winter is making the state's lakes and rivers saltier, which could affect aquatic life and drinking water. The research indicates that ... > full story -
Neutralizing Acidosis And Bone Loss Among Mature Adults
January 31, 2009 — A new study suggests that neutralizing an acid-producing diet may be an important key to reducing bone breakdown, or "turnover," while aging. The study comes on the heels of several ARS-reported ... > full story -
Why Women Have An Edge On Salt-Sensitive Hypertension
January 28, 2009 — Researchers may have found why women have an edge in keeping a healthier balance between the amount of salt they eat and excrete -- at least before reaching ... > full story -
Reducing Salt Intake Isn't The Only Way To Reduce Blood Pressure
January 26, 2009 — Most people know that too much sodium from foods can increase blood pressure. A new study suggests that people trying to lower their blood pressure should also boost their intake of potassium, which ... > full story -
Evolution And Epilepsy: Improvement In Brain Electrical Signaling Is Critical Both For Vertebrate Evolution And For Preventing Epileptic Seizures
January 21, 2009 — Studies on brain electrical signaling offer a fresh perspective on vertebrate evolution, provide additional evidence supporting Darwinian views of evolution, and may also lead to more effective ... > full story
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