New (still proposed) rules for sunscreen
The FDA’s proposed revisions to sunscreen labeling would provide more information to consumers and emphasize safety.
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Heart Beat: Your choice for dieting
Researchers comparing diets found that the type of diet a person follows (low-fat, low-carb, etc.) is not so important, as long as it provides the necessary nutrition and matches a person’s metabolism.
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In Brief: Looking for a panacea? Just keep on moving
Results of studies show that exercise or other physical activity has a beneficial effect on conditions ranging from mild cognitive impairment to Parkinson’s disease.
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Hernias: New options for management
Men with hernias have several choices to make: whether or not to have surgery to repair the condition, which type of surgery to have, and which type of anesthesia to undergo.
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War on cancer won’t be won in the produce aisle
Results of the EPIC study show that consumption of fruits and vegetables has a much smaller effect on cancer risk than was previously believed, but including them in one’s diet is still important for cardiovascular health.
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In Brief: Depression research: An objective view of gloomy outlook
Researchers are examining the possibility that at some point, depression may be objectively measureable through a retinal test.
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An update on soy: It’s just so-so
Soy’s earlier promise as a health food has been dimmed somewhat by the results of more recent research.
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In Brief: The Quirky Brain: Chewing gum and memory
Researchers are investigating whether chewing gum improves the brain’s memory-forming ability, though as yet there is no evidence to support this theory.
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Schizophrenia treatment recommendations updated
An expert panel has issued revised guidelines for the treatment of schizophrenia, including new information about helping patients improve their physical health.
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Treating borderline personality disorder
Various types of psychotherapy have been shown to be successful in the treatment of borderline personality disorder, though each requires a significant time commitment to produce results.
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