Archives for May 27, 2007

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Spinach eaters may have lower ovarian cancer risk

By  Stephen Daniells

Burly sailors like Popeye may not be the only ones to benefits from spinach, with new research suggesting that women who eat spinach may have a lower risk of ovarian cancer than women who don't.

Supplements promoted to boost summer of love

By  staff reporter

With spring turning to summer, retailers are looking beyond supplements for long-haul flights and hayfever by promoting ingredients for holiday romance and more.

Study questions lycopene for prostate health

By  Stephen Daniells

Lycopene, the carotenoid most commonly associated with tomatoes, may not offer protection from prostate cancer, says a new study that seems at odds with the majority of the literature.