2008 February

Over the past four centuries, scientists have shown that hawthorn extract is rich in flavonoids, which help dilate arteries, improve blood flow, and lower blood pressure.

This coming August, HSI will present a two-and-a-half-day Health Symposium for HSI members at the historic Flamingo Las Vegas Hotel.

Light bulb manufacturers have convinced environmentalists and lawmakers that the compact fluorescent light (CFL) is more energy efficient than the incandescent.

The Lancet published a study that examined birth weight of babies born to 1,200 mothers who had been divided into two groups to receive folic acid and iron supplements during their pregnancy or multivitamin and mineral supplements.

Mayo researchers conducted a meta-analysis of twelve clinical trials that tested antioxidant supplements against placebos in the prevention of cancer.