Medical Watch 12/14

When it comes to maintaining a healthy weight… it isn’t just about fat intake.
A new study found the percentage of calories a person got from fat had nothing to do with how much weight they gained.
Researchers say people shouldn’t take the findings as reason to eat as much fat as they want.
Instead, they should aim for a lifestyle that includes a healthy balanced diet and regular physical activity.

Many stroke survivors aren’t taking the follow-up medications they need.
A new report shows nearly 20% of them don’t take drugs that could prevent another blood clot and in turn ward off another stroke.
Experts say more research is needed to determine exactly why these patients aren’t taking the medications that could help them.

Women who are going through menopause may want to keep a close eye on their cholesterol.
New research shows menopausal women experience a sharp jump in cholesterol levels including the bad kind called LDL.
The spike could raise a woman’s risk for heart disease later in life.