October 7, 2010

 New research suggests that people who eat plenty of fish oil and other omega-3 fatty acids could cut their risk of colon cancer. Those who consumed the most omega-3’s had half the risk of colon cancer than those who got the least. In addition to fish, omega-3’s are found in foods like walnut oil, flax-seed oil and leafy green vegetables. Source Link

Looking for the perfect jewelry gift -- and money is no object? Why not pick up the diamond ring that’s up for sale at a Christie’s auction in New York later this month. The rare vivid blue triangular diamond is the size of a quarter and weighs in at nearly 11 karats. It’s paired with a nearly 10 karat white diamond in the same shape. The ring could sell for $12 million. Source Link

When it comes to the biggest names in fast food hamburgers, a new survey claims Americans are not lovin’ it. Consumer Reports Magazine says McDonald’s hamburgers ranked last in a reader survey of 18 restaurant chains. Burger King was slightly better, as was Wendy’s, but none of the biggest names ranked in the top ten, which was headed up by the West Coast’s In-and-Out Burger chain Source Link