Archive for December, 2007

In the News: Pesticides can double the risk of asthma

Saturday, December 1st, 2007

Exposure to pesticidal chemical sprays doubles the risk of developing asthma, researchers have found. In the first study of its kind, scientists discovered adults who come into contact with pesticides are at a higher risk of developing respiratory problems.

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In the News: Diet link to bad behaviour

Saturday, December 1st, 2007

Children who regularly eat junk food are nearly three times as likely to behave badly than those who avoid it completely, according to a recent Food for the Brain survey funded by organic food company Organix of more than 10,000 children.

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In the News: Grain and able

Saturday, December 1st, 2007

The heart benefits of whole grains such as oats and brown rice have long been known but a recent study found they can reduce the risk of other diseases too.

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