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Fast Food Is Saltier in U.S. Than Overseas
April 16, 2012 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
International chains sell same items abroad but with less sodium, study finds. Large differences exist in the levels of salt in foods sold at major fast-food restaurants in the United States and other developed countries, a new study says. continue reading »
Even Toddlers Succumb to Peer Pressure, Study Says
April 13, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
2-year-olds -- like chimps -- follow the majority. Toddlers are more likely to pick up a behavior if they see most other toddlers doing it, a new study shows. continue reading »
Health Tip: Consider These Diabetes ‘Superfoods’
April 13, 2012 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
Offerings that should meld well with a diabetic's meal plan. People with diabetes should look for foods that pack a powerful nutritional punch yet have a low glycemic index, experts say. continue reading »
Codeine After Surgery Could Endanger Certain Kids: Study
April 12, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
In children with rare gene mutation, post-tonsillectomy death seemed to be due to reaction to pain medicine. Concerns about codeine safety have gained traction in the w continue reading »
Health Tip: Know Your Risk Factors for Atherosclerosis
April 12, 2012 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
The leading killer of men and women in the United States. Atherosclerosis, sometimes called hardening of the arteries, occurs when sticky fat depo continue reading »
Minorities More Optimistic Government-Sponsored Healthcare With Benefit Everyone
April 11, 2012 | by American Pulse (BIGinsight) | Latino Daily News
3,892 respondents participated in the 1st March American Pulse conducted 3/12-3/19/2012, utilizing BIGinsight™ and reInvention survey panels. The latest results show that Hispanics, Blacks and Asians are more optimistic about the benefits of a government-sponsored healthcare system while W continue reading »
Nearly Half of All Brazilians are Overweight
April 11, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Latino Daily News
More than 48 percent of Brazilians are overweight and 15.8 percent are obese, according to a study based on 2011 data that was released Tuesday by the Health Ministry. continue reading »
Children Born to Obese Moms May Face Higher Autism Risk: Study
April 10, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Maternal obesity, overweight also linked to other developmental delays. Children born to obese or very overweight mothers are at higher risk of having autism or developmental delays, new research suggests. continue reading »
Teen Drinking May Boost Odds of Precancerous Breast Changes
April 10, 2012 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
The more alcohol consumed, the higher the likelihood, researchers say. Teenage girls and young adult women who drink even moderate amounts of alcohol appear to increase their risk o continue reading »
Bilingual Kids Are Better Multi-Taskers, Study Says
April 7, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Researchers cite the ability to toggle back and forth between two languages. Children who grow up learning to speak two languages are better at multi-tasking than children who learn only one language, a new study finds. continue reading »
Texting in College Classrooms Common, Distracting
April 6, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Study found average student texted or read five texts during class. College students are texting frequently during class time, and that may interfere with their ability to pay attention and learn, a new study finds. continue reading »
Health Tip: How to Avoid Secondhand Smoke
April 6, 2012 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
Suggestions include asking people not to light up in your home. Secondhand smoke can cause illness and early death in adults and children who don't smoke. continue reading »
Health Tip: More Reasons to Quit Smoking
April 5, 2012 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
Health risks start to diminish almost immediately. As soon as you quit smoking, you begin to reduce your risk of cancer, heart disease, lung disease and stroke. continue reading »
Hispanic Preschoolers Among Those in Most Need of More Outdoor Play Time
April 4, 2012 | by HealthDay News | Latino Daily News
A recent study published in the April 2 online edition of Archives of Pediatrics & Adolescent Medicine, found that many preschoolers are not getting enough outdoor play, with those with Hispanic mothers among those getting the least. continue reading »
STUDY: Each Generation of Mexican-American Children Gain Weight, 1st Generation Healthiest
April 4, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
In a study to be published in the “Journal of Nutrition” shows that first generation Mexican-American children are thinner and eat better than subsequent generations. continue reading »
BBQ Danger: Wires From Grill Cleaners Swallowed in Food
April 4, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Patients suffer from throat, stomach injuries. Several Rhode Island residents had a brush with the emergency room because of sharp wire bristles that made their way from barbecue grills into their digestive tracts. continue reading »
Coffee Drinking in Pregnancy Won’t Lead to Sleepless Baby: Study
April 4, 2012 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
It also found no increase in wakefulness among breast-fed babies whose mothers consumed caffeine. Caffeine consumption among expectant or new mothers does n continue reading »
Health Tip: Selecting a Childcare Provider
April 3, 2012 | by HS News Staff | You and Your Health
Factors to consider include staff-to-child ratio. If you're a new mom who is planning to return to work soon, you may need to find a reputable childcare provider. continue reading »
Two-Thirds of Kids With Autism Have Been Bullied: Study
March 31, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Middle school typically the worst time for being picked on, researchers say. Nearly two-thirds of American children with autism have been bullied at some point in their lives, and these kids are bullied three times more often than their siblings without autism, a new survey finds. continue reading »
Immersion Beats Classroom for Mastering a Foreign Tongue: Study
March 30, 2012 | by HS News Staff | Hispanic Health News
Either way, the brain seems to consolidate new language over time, researchers find. For adults, learning a new language is like learning how to play a musical instrument -- over time, the brain continue reading »
