IIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is common disorder affecting circa 10 % population. Regular bowel pain and discomfort periods are akin to migraine, they may be very severe and difficult to bear. There are no approved medications against IBS, dietary modifications are still the key remedy. This recent study encourages avoidance of FODMAP carbohydrates, up to 3 patients out of 4 may benefit. Read more. Ong D et al. J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2010;25:1366-1373
Does diet affect breast cancer risk?
Rosa ribbon day (15.10.2010) made me curious about what new information has accumulated in regards to breast cancer and diet. After several PubMed literature reviews I could conclude that majority of the scientific human data is based on cohort trials. Few randomized...
Vast European study on dietary factors and cancer prevention
This large European EPIC study investigated the effects of dietary factors on cancer incidence. Red and processed meat was associated with gastrointestinal (GI) cancers whereas Mediterranean diet, high intake of fiber and fish were associated with decreased incidence of some GI cancers. Associations of dietary factors in breas, prostate and lung cancers were much weaker. Gonzalez and Riboli. Eur J Cancer 2010;46:2555-2562