Coke Zero Soft Drink Banned in Venezuela

Boston (HealthKnowItAll) - You may want to think twice about drinking Coke Zero as the country of Venezuela has banned the drink over health concerns.

Coke Zero is a sugar free version of coke, which is very popular with those people wanting the great taste of coke, minus the calories that come along with it. Read more

Veggie Atkins Diet Maybe Next Weight Loss Fad

Results of a new study suggest that a vegetarian version of the popular Atkins diet maybe the next big thing when it comes to weight loss.

According to researchers, the veggie version of the diet promoted a reduction in bad levels of cholesterol, blood pressure, as well as promoted weight loss. Read more

(Update) Weight Guidelines Released For Pregnant Women

New guidelines have been released by a medical panel which recommend weight that women should gain throughout their pregnancies in order to be healthy.

For obese women the guidelines are kinda tough, as they recommend upto only an increase in weight of 20lbs during pregnancy. Read more

DASH Diet Reduces Heart Failure Risk in Women

Boston (HealthKnowItAll) - Results of a new study indicate that women following the DASH diet are also helping their hearts.

The DASH diet is well known as one that helps reduce chronic high blood pressure, but in a study it also was proven to reduce risk of heart failure. Read more

Fast Food Restaurants Serving Salt Packed Meals

Boston (HealthKnowItAll) - Results of a new study suggest that Americans who eat out at restaurants on a regular basis are consuming much more salt than is recommended.

Consuming too much salt can raise a person’s blood pressure, which raises their risk of diabetes and heart disease. Read more

New Study Promotes Fruits and Vegetables for Good Heart Health

Boston (HealthKnowItAll) - Results of a new study have confirmed that some diets are better than others when it comes to our heart health.

As thought to be the case, diets made up of high amounts of fruits and vegetables are good for heart health, while those comprised of starchy foods and trans fats are bad for the heart. Read more

Diet Pills Can be Dangerous

With summer right around the corner, many are beginning to think about their shape.

Over the winter months, it can be easy to gain a pound or 2, but who does not want to look their best for summer?

With all the new diet pills on the market, it can be easy for people who need to lose a few, to fall into the false sense of security when it comes to their weight.

They think that the “magic diet pill” can help them when it comes to rapid weight loss, but this could not be further from the truth.

In actual fact the majority of diet pills on the market can be dangerous for health, because the majority of people who buy them, abuse them hoping for faster weight loss.

Medical experts insist that the best way to lose weight effectively is by following a healthy diet and getting daily exercise of some kind.

By losing weight without the use of diet pills, then the person is more likely to keep it off than they would be if they lost their weight by the use of diet pills.

Obesity Can Shorten Life Span by More Than 10 Years

Boston (HealthKnowItAll) - The health risks associated with obesity are just as dangerous as those seen in smokers, say researchers of a new study which appears in the Lancet.

The study was performed by researchers from the Oxford University in the UK. Read more

Cutting Calories Increases Chance of Losing Weight

Boston (HealthKnowItAll) - For many years, we have heard conflicting data when it comes to the best way to lose unwanted weight.

We have heard that cutting carbs will do the trick, and we have also heard that eating foods high in protein will help shedd the baggage. Read more

Living Clean Lifestyle Reduces Risk of Multiple Types of Cancer

Boston (HealthKnowItAll) - Living a healthy lifestyle can dramatically reduce your risk of being diagnosed with cancer.

According to researchers, up to 40% of breast and bowel cancers can be prevented through eating properly, getting exercise and drinking only in moderation. Read more

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