Monthly Archives: September 2012

Breast Feeding and Depression: Breast-fed Infants Have Lower Risk

Posted on September 10, 2012 by Greg Asseff

Researchers in Germany have discovered a possible link between breast feeding and depression – mothers who breast-feed their babies during infancy give them a reduced likelihood of experiencing depression as adults. The study comes on the heels of other recent studies indicating that breast-feeding offers significant benefits to moms as well as babies, including a reduced risk of breast and ovarian cancer and a lower body mass index throughout life. Although the study was relatively small, the findings showed a significant difference in depression risk between those who had and had not been breast-fed in infancy. The study seems to suggest that breastfeeding may be a simple way to prevent one of the most prevalent mental disorders in the United States. According to the National Institute of Mental Health, major depression affects around 14.8 million American adults.

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PFCs in Non-Stick Pots and Pans Among Possible Reasons for Low Birth Weight

Posted on September 5, 2012 by Greg Asseff

A new study conducted by Emory University indicates that exposure to a group of chemicals known as polyfluoroalkyl compounds (PFCs) affects the growth and weight of a baby both before and after being born, and is likely one of the reasons for low birth weight. PFCs are commonly found in non-stick cookware and other household products. During the study, pregnant mothers exposed to excessive levels of PFCs gave birth to unusually small babies. These same babies were then found to be unusually large at 20 months in comparison to babies born to mothers who had been exposed to fewer PFCs. The researchers accounted for factors known to influence birth and post-birth weight, such as the weight and smoking habits of the mothers, while conducting their study. The results are cause for concern due to the prevalence of the chemicals.

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Are Organic Foods Really Healthier For You Than Ordinary Foods?

Posted on September 4, 2012 by Greg Asseff

Since organic meats and produce became popular several years ago, many consumers have wondered: are organic foods really healthier for you, or are you wasting your hard-earned money by shopping in the organic sections of your local grocery store? A new study conducted at the Stanford School of Medicine indicates that organic foods are superior to non-organic foods in certain regards, but equal in others. Your decision to shop and buy organic will ultimately come down to the priorities you hold for your family, not to mention your budget. As far as money spent on food is concerned, the choice between organic and non-organic can have a huge impact on one of the most fundamental aspects of your budget. According to a study conducted by NPR, Americans spend over 15 percent of their incomes on food alone.

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