Research: Chocolate consumption and cardiometabolic disorders: systematic review and meta-analysis High levels of chocolate consumption might be associated with a one third reduction in the risk of developing heart disease, finds a study published on bmj.com today. The findings confirm results of existing studies that generally agree on a potential beneficial link between chocolate consumption and heart [...]
Inherited genetic variation linked to aggressive prostate cancers
23/08/2011 by
Researchers have discovered five inherited genetic differences that can increase the risk of men developing an aggressive form of prostate cancer. The researchers hope that their findings could eventually pave the way for a simple blood test to identify patients who need aggressive treatment and those who would benefit from a more conservative monitoring before treatment approach. The [...]
Dance Dance Party Party: the night out clubbing that’s good for you
23/08/2011 by
It may sound terrifying but a freestyle freakout with a room full of strangers is the perfect workout. To read more: http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2011/aug/01/dance-dance-party-party
The Nutrition Games – The Forum, Norwich
02/08/2011 by
EPIC-Norfolk, Saturday, 20 August 2011 The Atrium 9am – 5pm A study looking at the links between diet, lifestyle and health – the nutrition games. Come and meet the study team to play your nutritional cards right; balance the leaning tower of pizza; and enjoy a ‘trolley dash’ through the EPIC supermarket, all whilst learning about [...]
High-risk hearts: a South Asian epidemic
02/08/2011 by
Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the most common cause of death and disability worldwide. For South Asians, though, this global killer poses an even more sinister threat. Over the past three decades, the incidence of heart attacks and strokes among South Asians has risen steeply. Today, South Asians, even those living in other countries, are considerably [...]