Contrary to prevailing dietary advice, a recent evidence review found no excess cardiovascular risk associated with intake of saturated fat. In contrast, research suggests that industrial trans fats may increase the risk of coronary heart disease.
People with peanut and soybean allergies need to be prudent, according to Karen Blakeslee, Kansas State University extension specialist in food science and coordinator of the Rapid Response Center. Lupin is new to the United States. Many consumers have... morePeople with peanut and soybean allergies need to be prudent, according to Karen Blakeslee, Kansas State University extension specialist in food science and coordinator of the Rapid Response Center. Lupin is new to the United States. Many consumers have never heard of it and may not realize that lupin has the same protein that causes allergic reactions to peanuts and soybeans.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved a new use for Avastin (bevacizumab) to treat patients with persistent, recurrent or late-stage (metastatic) cervical cancer.
In my earlier post “Should U.S. Be concerned about Ebola Virus?” The answer was a convincing yes. “It is indeed the reality that anyone with any form of illness is just a plane ride away from coming to the U.S. Therefore, t...