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April 23, 2006
Probiotic Yogurt for H. Pylori
The stomach bug Helicobacter pylori is the cause of most stomach ulcers, so doctors often try to eradicate the trouble-maker with antibiotic therapy. When this doesn't work, as is the case 10-23 percent of the time, a yogurt may help, according to a study conducted in Taiwan. (Reuters)
Posted by news editor at 03:12 PM
April 06, 2006
Benzine in Soda
The FDA announced that benzene, a carcinogenic chemical that has been linked to leukemia, has been found in soft drinks at unsafe levels.
The admission contradicted statements last week, when officials said FDA found insignificant levels of benzene.In fact, a different study found benzene at four times the tap water limit, on average, in 19 of 24 samples of diet soda. (Washington Post)
Posted by news editor at 07:22 AM
April 02, 2006
Moderate Drinking May Not Be Good For You
Researchers poured cold water on the idea that moderate drinking helps prevent heart disease Friday, noting that many studies include teetotalers as a control group but don't ask why they did not drink. (MSNBC)
Posted by news editor at 08:35 AM