(April 22, 2009 - Insidermedicine) From Boston - According to research in the European Heart Journal, moderate fish intake can reduce heart failure risk. In a study of nearly 40,000 men, researchers found that those who consumed about one serving of fish per week had a 12% lower risk of heart failure than men who ate no fish. However, those who ate high amounts of fish had about the same risk as those who ate no fish.

From Minnesota - According to a study presented to the American Association for Cancer Research, charred meat may increase the risk for pancreatic cancer. In a study of over 60,000 people, researchers found that those with the highest intake of carcinogens from charred meat had a 70% increased risk for pancreatic cancer. The researchers suggest cooking meat sufficiently to kill bacteria without excess charring.

And finally, from West Virginia - According to research presented to the American Association for Cancer Research, walnuts could help prevent breast cancer. In a study of mice, researchers found that those that were fed walnuts had a significantly reduced risk for malignancy, and a reduction in tumor growth. However, more research is required before these results can be applied to humans.

For Insidermedicine in 60, i'm Dr. Susan Sharma.