study Archives - Page 2 of 2 - Consumer Insurance Guide

Study links breastfeeding to reduced risk of diabetes

By Consumer Insurance Guide Staff
August 30, 2010September 8, 2014

Now, research from the University of Pittsburgh reveals another way women can reduce their risk of developing diabetes – breastfeeding.

Environmental cancer risk is higher than believed

By Consumer Insurance Guide Staff
May 7, 2010September 8, 2014

A new study shows that environmental factors play a much larger role in the development of cancer than researchers previously believed. Findings from the President’s Cancer Panel reveals that most avoidable cancers may be caused by pollution, common household products and even cell phones.

Soda taxes ineffective at combating obesity

By Consumer Insurance Guide Staff
April 5, 2010September 8, 2014

States’ most recent efforts in combating childhood obesity by placing taxes on sugary beverages, such as soda, are shown to be ineffective.

Health, financial benefits of dark chocolate

By Consumer Insurance Guide Staff
March 31, 2010September 8, 2014

A new study conducted by the European Heart Journal may debunk the belief that all sweets are damaging to ones’ health. Bloomberg reports on the results of this study that tracked 20,000 people with no pre-existing symptoms of heart disease for a period of ten years.