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'More Research, Regulation Needed On Energy Drinks

A new review of the existing evidence suggests that energy drinks may represent a looming public health threat in Europe, especially for kids and young adults.

By SHEREEN LEHMAN

'Salt And Smoking May Interact To Raise Rheumatoid Arthritis Risk

Eating a diet high in salt may increase the risk of rheumatoid arthritis among smokers, according to a large study from Sweden.
'Diabetics Pay Little Attention To Salt Warnings: Study

In a recent survey, most adults with diabetes knew that a high-salt diet is linked to high blood pressure and stroke - but most still consumed too much sodium anyway.
'Weight Loss May Not Improve Mood: Study

Advertisements for weight-loss programs usually show cheery dieters delighted to be shedding their burden of excess pounds, but a new study finds that in the real world, over time, weight loss may be linked with worsening mood.
'Shift Work Linked To Greater Diabetes Risk

People who work night shifts, or constantly changing shifts are more likely to develop type 2 diabetes compared to non-shift workers, suggests a new analysis of previous studies.
'Twitter Helps Chicago Find Sources Of Food Poisoning

When Chicago health officials saw Twitter users complaining about local food poisoning episodes, they reached out on Twitter to those users and often ended up charging the restaurant in question with a violation.
'Heavy Pot Use In Teen Years May Predict Later-Life Disability

A long-term study of Swedish men finds that those who smoked marijuana at age 18, especially the heaviest users, were more likely to end up on the nation's disability rolls by age 59.