Новости за 22.08.2018

Salmon is a high-protein food that is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Farmed salmon contains different levels of nutrients to wild salmon, including calories, fat content, and vitamin levels. Wild and farmed salmon also vary in color. Learn more about the differences between wild and farmed salmon here.

People who are breastfeeding should aim for a healthful, well-balanced diet. Some foods are better than others for providing nutrients, and there are certain foods that it is wise to avoid. Learn which foods to eat and avoid when breastfeeding. We also cover nutrition, supplements, and meal preparation strategies.

A French study of older adults found that having more modifiable cardiovascular health measures at 'optimal levels' was tied to lower risk of dementia.

Breastfeeding and pumping are different ways a person can give milk to a baby. There are pros and cons to both, with feeding straight from the breast offering comfort to the baby, but some people believing the control and convenience of using pumped breast milk to be helpful and time-saving. Learn about both here.

New research suggests that a healthful diet can protect against chronic disease and keep women biologically young for a longer time.

A new study finds that periodontitis and vitamin D insufficiency increase the risk of diabetes and make blood sugar levels more difficult to manage.

When labor begins, the cervix dilates, widening up to 10 centimeters (cm) over time. However, dilating to 1 cm does not always mean that labor will begin soon. In this article, we describe what dilating to 1 cm can signal. We also look into other possible signs of labor and when to contact a doctor.

There are many tiny spots or bumps on the tongue that people need for taste and sensation. But spots on the tongue that are unusual in size or appearance could be the sign of a health issue. Causes of unusual spots include lie bumps, burns, canker sores, infections, and oral cancer. Learn more here.

Many people have some spotting, or breakthrough bleeding, when they start taking the birth control pill. The body can take up to 6 months to adjust to the new hormones. If spotting continues after 6 months, it is best to talk to a doctor to rule out underlying conditions and discuss alternative birth control options.

A new study joins the long line of studies looking at heart disease and alcohol. The authors conclude that consistency might be the key to reducing risk.

By tinkering with a cancer cell's waste disposal system, its ability to metastasize can be compromised. A new study delves into the details.