Expert Comment
Red wine compound 'could help tooth decay and gum disease fight' - Expert Comment
A new study in the Journal of Agricultre and Food Chemistry suggests red wine contains chemicals that can help in the fight against tooth decay and gum disease. The study suggests compounds from the drink, known as polyphenols, helped fend off harmful bacteria in the mouth. But experts warned that the findings do not offer a "green light" to drink more red wine.
Dr Blessing Anonye, a Research Fellow at Warwick Medical School, thinks this new research has the potential to contribute towards treating oral disease.
Expert comment on new study that claims viruses may trigger both type 1 and type 2 diabetes because they contain proteins that mimic insulin
Scientists in America claim they have identified four viruses that can produce insulin-like hormones that are active on human cells. The discovery could create new possibilities for revealing biological mechanisms that may cause diabetes or cancer. Two University of Warwick experts comment on this new study.
No evidence to support downside to adding folic acid to bread, says GP
On new research suggesting that bread should be fortified with folic acid, Dr James Gill, of the Warwick Medical School, provides his analysis.
GPs should take trust and use bravery - expert comment from Dr James Gill
Dr James Gill, GP and teaching fellow at Warwick Medical School says doctors must "use bravery to help protect their patients.” He comments on the new NICE guidelines for GPs on prescribing antibiotics for sore throats.
Banning super-size chocolate in hospitals good public health move
Professor Sarah Stewart-Brown, an expert in public heath from the University of Warwick, comments on the removal of super-size snacks from NHS hospitals.