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In 1996, Dr. Walter Willett of Harvard University authored a report in the Journal of The National Cancer Institute stating that after reviewing the worldwide evidence, approximately 50 percent of breast cancer cases could be avoided if women in North America engaged in more prudent nutrition and lifestyle practices. It has been shown consistently that having a full-term pregnancy and Read more...

By Kerry Hannon What do my dog, horse and husband all have in common -- besides me? All three start the day with a sprinkle of omega-3 in their breakfast bowls. Maybe you do, too. The animals are sublimely unaware that they consume it (in the form of flaxseed) or why (because of evidence it may ease arthritic aches and pains and put a shine on their coats). But my husband is on to the Read more...

It's no secret that a diet rich in Omega-3 fatty acids, found in ocean fish and flaxseed oil, is a great way to protect yourself from cardiovascular disease. But including one meal of fish each day in a low-fat weight-loss diet can make an even larger difference in your health. Researchers at the University of Western Australia say individuals in their study were all on diets, had high Read more...

Although you may have experienced occasional hot flashes at some time in your life, when you're going through menopause, they can be unrelenting and even debilitating. The good news is that some small dietary adjustments may make a big difference in their frequency and intensity. In general, the typical American diet includes a lot of white flour, fat, dairy, sugar, caffeine and meat. Read more...