Health (General) – Newsletter for January 19, 2011

Eating fruit, veggies linked to a lower risk of dying from heart disease

WASHINGTON – People who consume more fruit and vegetables have a lower risk of dying from ischaemic heart disease – the most common form of heart disease, says a European study.

However, the authors point out that a higher fruit and vegetable intake occurs among people with other healthy eating habits and lifestyles, and that these …. Source  : Eating fruit, veggies linked to a lower risk of dying from heart disease.

Coke’s ‘health’ drink ‘too sweet to be nutritious’

LONDON – The UK’s advertising watchdog has banned an advertisement of Coca-Cola’s ‘Vitamin Water’ for claiming that the drink is ‘nutritious’ while containing up to five teaspoons of sugar.

It is the second time in little over a year that the firm has been censured for claims about health-giving properties of the drink, which contains 23g …. Read the original article  : Coke’s ‘health’ drink ‘too sweet to be nutritious’.

Prevent gum disease to keep lungs healthy

WASHINGTON – A new research suggests that maintaining periodontal health may contribute to a healthy respiratory system.

The new study says that periodontal disease may increase the risk for respiratory infections, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia. These infections, which are caused when bacteria from the upper throat are inhaled into the lower … Original article on : Prevent gum disease to keep lungs healthy.

Best friends ‘boost kids’ physical activity’

WASHINGTON – A new research has found that boys and girls who take part in physical activity with their best friend in the neighbourhood where they live have higher levels of physical activity.

The study examined the extent to which the physical activity modelling and physical activity actions of best friends are associated with the physical …. Original article  : Best friends ‘boost kids’ physical activity’.

Baby boy delivered in Shimla ambulance

SHIMLA – A baby boy was delivered in ‘108′ Atal Swasthya Sewa, an ambulance service launched by the Himachal Pradesh government last month, an official said here Wednesday.

“A baby was delivered in ambulance when a pregnant woman was on her way to a hospital in Shimla last (Tuesday) evening. The delivery was conducted by …. Source  : Gaea News Network.

Mullah Omar treated for heart attack in Karachi hospital with Pak spy agency ISI’s help

WASHINGTON – Afghan Taliban leader Mullah Omar was treated for several days in a Karachi hospital with the assistance of Pakistan’s spy agency after he suffered a heart attack on January 7, according to a private intelligence network run by former CIA, State Department and military officers.

Operating under the auspices of a private company- “The … Original source on Gaea Times at : Mullah Omar treated for heart attack in Karachi hospital with Pak spy agency ISI’s help.

Mystery virus which killed three identified

GANDHINAGAR – The mystery virus that created a panic of sorts among the medical fraternity in Ahmedabad following the death of a patient, her consulting doctor and nurse, has been identified, state Health Minister Jay Narayan Vyas said here Tuesday.

According to the minister, a sample sent to the National Institute of Virology, Pune, has …. Original article  : Mystery virus which killed three identified.

Healthy UK women demanding gastric bands to stay thin

LONDON – Cosmetic surgery companies in the UK have revealed that more and more healthy women are demanding gastric bands in a bid to stay thin and avoid going to the gym.

Michael Dermody, director of Cosmetic Bliss, which offers procedures in the Czech Republic, said he has had a request for gastric surgery from a …. Source  : Healthy UK women demanding gastric bands to stay thin.

Dieting in pregnancy can lower baby’s IQ

LONDON – Women may be risking a low intelligence quotient (IQ) for their unborn babies by dieting during pregnancy, a new research indicates.

Cutting back on vital nutrients and calories in the first half of pregnancy stunts the development of an unborn child’s brain, says a new study.
Although it was carried out on primates, … Original source on Gaea Times at : Dieting in pregnancy can lower baby’s IQ.

Common antibiotics, BP medications a bad mix: Study

WASHINGTON – A new study has found that mixing commonly used antibiotics with common blood pressure medications may cause hypotension (abnormally low blood pressure) and induce shock in older patients, requiring hospitalization.

“Macrolide antibiotics (erythromycin, clarithromycin and azithromycin) are among the most widely prescribed antibiotics, with millions of prescriptions dispensed in Canada each year,” said …. Read the original article  : Common antibiotics, BP medications a bad mix: Study.