MedWorm: Nutrition

Four Berries You Can Grow at Home in Vancouver

HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians — Wed, 15 May 2013 13:47:26 +0100

(HealthCastle.com) You might have seen some of the articles my editor Christina Newberry has written for HealthCastle.com about home gardening. She mentioned to me recently that she grows blueberries and strawberries in containers in her patio, and that there are some new varieties of berries now available in garden stores that she wants to try out. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)

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Plasma total cholesterol in psychiatric patients after a suicide attempt and in follow-up

Journal of Affective Disorders — Wed, 15 May 2013 11:19:18 +0100

Conclusions: TC levels in psychiatric patients after a suicide attempt are lower than healthy controls and remain low in follow-up, independently from the severity of psychopathology. The results support the role of plasma total cholesterol as a biological risk factor in suicidal behavior, especially in affective patients. (Source: Journal of Affective Disorders)

Associations between eating meals, watching TV while eating meals and weight status among children, ages 10--12 years in eight European countries: the ENERGY cross-sectional study

International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity — Wed, 15 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusions: The odds of being overweight was lower for children who ate breakfast and dinner compared to those who did not eat the respective meals. The odds of being overweight was lower for children who reported to never watch TV at lunch and dinner compared to those who did. A focus towards meal frequency and watching TV during meals in longitudinal and interventions studies in prevention of overweight and obesity, may contribute to a better understanding of causality. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity)

Low-Salt Benefits Questioned

WSJ.com: Health — Wed, 15 May 2013 03:20:46 +0100

An influential government panel said there is no evidence that very low-salt diets prevent heart disease, calling into question current national dietary guidelines on sodium intake. (Source: WSJ.com: Health)

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Ultra-low salt intake may not boost health: U.S. panel

Reuters: Health — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:21:30 +0100

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Americans at high risk for heart problems who have been told for years to sharply cut salt from their diet may not actually benefit from ultra-low sodium diets and could even face some harm, an independent panel of health experts said on Tuesday. (Source: Reuters: Health)

How to Restore Your Feminine Balance

Psychology Today Food and Diet Center — Tue, 14 May 2013 23:04:53 +0100

The notion that food can be poison just as it can be medicine is not a new one, but the connection between food and hormones is. Want to know how to balance your hormones using food? Find out here!read more (Source: Psychology Today Food and Diet Center)

Salt Levels In Food Still Too High

Health News from Medical News Today — Tue, 14 May 2013 17:00:00 +0100

The dangerously high levels of salt in processed food and restaurant food remain the same despite many efforts from several public and private health agencies to change them, according to new research performed by Northwestern Medicine and the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI). The finding, published in JAMA Internal Medicine, established that although overall sodium levels of processed foods decreased from 2005 to 2011, the decrease was just 3.5%. Restaurants did not perform well at all, documenting that sodium levels actually rose by 2.6% over the same time frame... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Recipes for Health: Focaccia With Sweet Onion and Caper Topping — Recipes for Health

NYT Health — Tue, 14 May 2013 16:22:21 +0100

A focaccia inspired by a Provençal pizza. (Source: NYT Health)

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Phone Apps Aid Weight Loss by Promoting Attentive EatingPhone Apps Aid Weight Loss by Promoting Attentive Eating

Medscape Today Headlines — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:19:55 +0100

Paying attention to what they eat while they eat using a smartphone app may help people develop better long-term dietary habits. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

Phone App Aids Weight Loss by Promoting Attentive EatingPhone App Aids Weight Loss by Promoting Attentive Eating

Medscape Medical News Headlines — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:19:55 +0100

Paying attention to what they eat while they eat using a smartphone app may help people develop better long-term dietary habits. Medscape Medical News (Source: Medscape Medical News Headlines)

No Benefit Seen in Sharp Limits on Salt in Diet

NYT Health — Tue, 14 May 2013 15:01:17 +0100

Health experts for the government say there is no good reason for many Americans to keep sodium consumption below 2,300 milligrams a day, as national dietary guidelines advise. (Source: NYT Health)

Maybe It's Time To Swap Burgers For Bugs, Says U.N.

NPR Health and Science — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:58:00 +0100

A new report makes the case that insects may be essential to feeding a planet of 7 billion people. Why? They're nutritious, better for the environment than other protein sources and can generate jobs, according to the U.N.'s Food and Agriculture Organization.» E-Mail This » Add to Del.icio.us (Source: NPR Health and Science)

Video: Vegan firefighter on his "Beef With Meat"

Health News: CBSNews.com — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:16:14 +0100

Rip Esselstyn, a firefighter in Austin, Texas, convinced his firehouse to switch to a vegan diet. Esselstyn talks to the "CBS This Morning" co-hosts about his new book, "My Beef With Meat." (Source: Health News: CBSNews.com)

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Angelina Jolie's surgery to 'reduce breast cancer risk'

NHS News Feed — Tue, 14 May 2013 14:10:00 +0100

Writing in the New York Times, actress Angelina Jolie has announced that she has recently undergone a double mastectomy (where both breasts are surgically removed) followed by breast reconstruction surgery. She writes that this is because genetic testing revealed she had a 87% chance of developing breast cancer in later life, as well as a 50% risk of ovarian cancer. This means she took a decision to have ‘preventative surgery’. Jolie explained: "I decided to be proactive and to minimise the risk as much as I could. I made a decision to have a preventative double mastectomy. "Cancer is still a word that strikes fear into people’s hearts, producing a deep sense of powerlessness. But today it is possible to find out through a blood test whether you are highly susceptible to br...

VIDEO: Could you eat a meal of insects?

BBC News | Health | UK Edition — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:41:48 +0100

The United Nations Food and Agricultural Organisation wants to increase insect-farming and consumption to help boost nutrition and reduce pollution as the world's population steadily grows. (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)

Could a good mood make you eat more food?

NHS News Feed — Tue, 14 May 2013 10:10:00 +0100

Conclusion Overall, this small study provides very limited evidence to suggest emotional eaters eat more when feeling in a positive mood. There are several limitations to this study, some of which are noted by the researchers. These include the facts that: the laboratory setting may not be an appropriate setting to test emotional eating with different mood feelings. It is possible that students felt uncomfortable in this setting and limited their food intake as they were being watched the students were told they were partaking in an experiment of taste perceptions, so may have been inclined to eat more than they normally would have because of what they were told the study was looking at no hunger measurements were taken during the study and how hungry each student was could have gre...

Review Of Sugar-Sweetened Beverage Studies Supports Suggestion Of A 'Master Plan' Developed By This Industry To Instil Doubt In Their Adverse Effects

Health News from Medical News Today — Tue, 14 May 2013 07:00:00 +0100

A review of multiple other reviews investigating links between sugar-sweetened beverages and obesity supports the suggestion that there is a 'master plan' by the industry manufacturing these drinks to instil doubt in consumers as regards their adverse effects. The review is being presented at this year's European Congress on Obesity in Liverpool, UK, and is by Dr Philippe De Wals, Laval University, QuÃ©bec City, Canada, and colleagues. "The role of sugar-sweetened beverages (SSBs) on the increasing prevalence of obesity is a matter of great interest," says Professor de Wals... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Study Finds That Drinking Water Has Little Or No Effect On Resting Energy Expenditure

Health News from Medical News Today — Tue, 14 May 2013 07:00:00 +0100

A study presented at the European Congress on Obesity (ECO) in Liverpool has found that drinking distilled water has virtually no effect on resting energy expenditure, while mineral water has only a very small effect. The research is by Nathalie CharriÃ¨re and Professor Abdul Dulloo at the University of Fribourg, Switzerland, and colleagues... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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Independent And Small-Chain Restaurants Serving Extremely High Calorie Meals

Health News from Medical News Today — Tue, 14 May 2013 07:00:00 +0100

A new study published in the journal JAMA Internal Medicine found that the average meal from independent and small-chain restaurants contains more than half of a person's recommended daily calorie intake. On average, meals from such restaurants contained around three times the amount of energy that an adult should consume in a single meal. Many major restaurant chains across the U.S. seem to be trying to encourage obesity by serving meals that have calorie counts far exceeding the daily recommended amounts... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Magnesium: Is your coffee and biscuits habit robbing you of Nature's wonder nutrient?

the Mail online | Health — Tue, 14 May 2013 06:33:18 +0100

Many of us - particularly young people - aren’t getting enough magnesium, an important and valuable mineral that is essential to the body. (Source: the Mail online | Health)

ShopSmart 4 Health -- Protocol of a skills-based randomised controlled trial promoting fruit and vegetable consumption among socioeconomically disadvantaged women

BMC Public Health - Latest articles — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

This study will provide data to address the currently limited evidence base regarding the effectiveness and cost-effectiveness of skill-building intervention strategies aimed at increasing fruit and vegetable consumption among socioeconomically disadvantaged women, a target group at high risk of poor diets.Trial registration: Current Controlled Trials ISRCTN48771770 (Source: BMC Public Health - Latest articles)

Inhibitory effects of epigenetic modulators and differentiation inducers on human medulloblastoma cell lines

Journal of Experimental and Clinical Cancer Research — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusion: The observed significant decrease in metabolic activity by combinatorial treatment of MB cells with 5-aza-dC and resveratrol does not translate into long-term reproductive survival deficiency in vitro. Further studies in animal models are needed to clarify the resveratrol-mediated anticancer mechanisms in vivo. (Source: Journal of Experimental and Clinical Cancer Research)

Effects of lifestyle education program for type 2 diabetes patients in clinics: a cluster randomized controlled trial

BMC Public Health - Latest articles — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusions: The SILE program that was provided in primary care settings for patients with type 2 diabetes resulted in greater improvement in HbA1c levels than usual diabetes care and education.Trial registration: UMIN000004049 (Source: BMC Public Health - Latest articles)

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Studies support population-based efforts to lower excessive dietary sodium intakes

EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

(National Academy of Sciences) Recent studies that examine links between sodium consumption and health outcomes support recommendations to lower sodium intake from the very high levels some Americans consume now, but evidence from these studies does not support reduction in sodium intake to below 2,300 mg per day, says a new report from the Institute of Medicine. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)

Diurnal variation of phenylalanine and tyrosine concentrations in adult patients with phenylketonuria: subcutaneous microdialysis is no adequate tool for the determination of amino acid concentrations

Nutrition Journal — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusions: Slight diurnal variation of phenylalanine concentrations in serum implicates that a single blood sample does reliably reflect the metabolic control in this group of adult patients. Phenylalanine concentrations determined by subcutaneous microdialysis do not correlate with the patients' phenylalanine concentrations in serum/blood. (Source: Nutrition Journal)

Perceived neighborhood environment and physical activity in 11 countries: Do associations differ by country?

International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusion: There is evidence of generalizability for the associations of land use mix, and presence of sidewalks with physical activity. Associations of other neighborhood characteristics with physical activity tended to differ by country. Future studies should include objective measures of neighborhood environments, compare psychometric properties of reports across countries, and use better specified models to further understand the similarities and differences in associations across countries. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity)

Does the availability of snack foods in supermarkets vary internationally?

International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity — Tue, 14 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusion: Whilst between-country variations were observed, overall results indicate high levels of snack food and soft drinks displays within supermarkets across the eight countries. Exposure to snack foods is largely unavoidable within supermarkets, increasing the likelihood of purchases and particularly those made impulsively. (Source: International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity)

The battle of the bulge? It turns out men are winning (but only because they have more to lose)

the Mail online | Health — Tue, 14 May 2013 00:24:53 +0100

The largest study of its kind has found dieting men shed almost twice as much weight as their female counterparts over the same time period. (Source: the Mail online | Health)

Grilling Tips to Cut Colon Cancer Risk

Cancercompass News: Colorectal Cancer — Tue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 +0100

Use less red meat, marinate and precook indoors, nutrition expert advises (Source: Cancercompass News: Colorectal Cancer)

Should you cut out the carbs?

Daily Express - Health — Mon, 13 May 2013 23:01:00 +0100

DOCTORS and dietitians encourage us to eat carbohydrates as part of a healthy diet while various weight-loss gurus tell people to avoid them. While many of us are happy to eat bread and pasta, for others they’ve become a dietary demon and low-carb and no-carb diets remain firmly in fashion. (Source: Daily Express - Health)

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How to Eat Well and Influence People

Psychology Today Food and Diet Center — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:11:18 +0100

Food celebrity Mark Bittman lost weight and wrote a book about dieting for health. But his message speaks directly to people struggling with eating disorders: Make rules but don't be rigid; enjoy your food. read more (Source: Psychology Today Food and Diet Center)

Recipes for Health: Focaccia With Tomatoes and Rosemary — Recipes for Health

NYT Health — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:06:22 +0100

If you can get good tomatoes, this focaccia is a beautiful foretaste of summer. (Source: NYT Health)

Study Finds Inconsistent And Slow Reduction In Sodium Levels In Processed And Restaurant's Food

Health News from Medical News Today — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:00:00 +0100

JAMA Internal Medicine Study Highlights A study by Michael F. Jacobson, Ph.D., of the Center for Science in the Public Interest, Washington, D.C., and colleagues suggest voluntary reductions in sodium levels in processed and restaurant foods is inconsistent and slow. (Online First) The study measured the sodium content in selected processed foods and fast-food restaurant foods in 2005, 2008, and 2011. Between 2005 and 2011, the sodium content in 402 processed foods declined by approximately 3.5 percent, while the sodium content in 78 fast-food restaurant products increased by 2... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Research Letter Evaluates Calories, Fat, And Sodium Content In Restaurant Meals

Health News from Medical News Today — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:00:00 +0100

JAMA Internal Medicine Study Highlights A research letter by Mary R. L'Abbe, Ph.D., of the University of Toronto, Canada, and colleagues examined the nutritional profile of breakfast, lunch, and dinner meals from sit-down restaurants (SDR). (Online First) A total of 3,507 different variations of 685 meals, as well as 156 desserts from 19 SDRs were included in the study. Nutrients evaluated included calories, fat, saturated fat, and sodium; excess consumption of these nutrients is associated with obesity, hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, and cancer... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

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Typical Restaurant Meal Loaded with Fats, Salt, Calories

MedlinePlus Health News — Mon, 13 May 2013 20:00:00 +0100

Just one meal often provides most of the daily recommended amounts, encouraging obesity Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Dietary Sodium, Nutrition (Source: MedlinePlus Health News)

Spring Has Sprung. Why Not Revisit Some Of Those New Year's Resolutions?

HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians — Mon, 13 May 2013 18:56:15 +0100

(HealthCastle.com) How often have you set out to make a change for the better, only to find that you're back where you began? Then, only to start all over again - around and around you go, like the poor hamster on the wheel going nowhere. Studies show that most people give up on their New Year's Resolutions by about mid-February. As the saying goes, 'people don't plan to fail, but they fail to plan'. Now that we're well into spring, it's likely those who waited till the New Year to make change, have long ago lost steam. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)

The race against the female athlete triad

Thrive, Children's Hospital Boston — Mon, 13 May 2013 17:43:05 +0100

Laura on the track It’s a common belief among female runners: The lighter you are, the faster you are. It’s also believed that menstrual irregularities, or loss of periods, are a healthy part of competitive training. Neither is true. That’s precisely what Laura Duff, a senior at Colby College and an avid runner, wishes she knew when she was in high school. It was during the summer before Laura’s senior year of high school that she became more aware of how she looked. “I don’t know what switched,” she says, “I just became very aware, and started to restrict my eating and be more controlling.” “I wish I could tell my high school self that worrying about your body isn’t worth it” While part of her diet was intentional, another part was simply due to the stru...

Fifteen Healthy Fast Food Breakfast Ideas

HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians — Mon, 13 May 2013 17:19:41 +0100

(HealthCastle.com). Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. We’ve all heard this, and there is research to back this up. People who regularly eating breakfast tend to eat a diet with higher nutritional quality (they eat healthier foods). Adults who eat breakfast tend to have healthier weights and rate their health as better than those who do not eat breakfast. Breakfast also helps to prevent cravings and overeating later in the day and provides fuel for the day. A balanced breakfast consists of 3 parts: read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)

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Eating insects could help fight obesity, U.N. says

Reuters: Health — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:54:01 +0100

ROME (Reuters) - The thought of eating beetles, caterpillars and ants may give you the creeps, but the authors of a U.N. report published on Monday said the health benefits of consuming nutritious insects could help fight obesity. (Source: Reuters: Health)

Toward Improved Outcomes in HCV Mono- and CoinfectionToward Improved Outcomes in HCV Mono- and Coinfection

Medscape Today Headlines — Mon, 13 May 2013 15:30:38 +0100

Drs. Valerie Martel-Laferriere and Douglas Dieterich review key sessions from ICVH 2013 and consider how new research can lead to strategies for improving outcomes from HCV and HIV/HCV infection. Medscape HIV/AIDS (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

Recipes for Health: Whole-Wheat Focaccia

NYT Health — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:44:14 +0100

Easy flatbreads made with whole-wheat flour are a terrific vehicle for all kinds of vegetables and herbs. (Source: NYT Health)

Altering the Sugar but Not the Sweet

Psychology Today Food and Diet Center — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:28:11 +0100

Less sugar in yogurt won't improve kids' eating habits if the yogurt still tastes extremely sweet. What's next? Magically altering apples so they taste like Coke?read more (Source: Psychology Today Food and Diet Center)

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Managing Celiac Disease in Kids: It Takes a VillageManaging Celiac Disease in Kids: It Takes a Village

Medscape Today Headlines — Mon, 13 May 2013 14:14:00 +0100

Is diet elimination sufficient? CHOP Expert Commentary (Source: Medscape Today Headlines)

Shame, Cheat Meals and That New Weight Loss Solution

Psychology Today Addiction Center — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:53:54 +0100

Diets never really address what is really core to the weight gain, dieting, weight loss cycle: shame. For most people on the roller-coaster of dieting and weight gain, the diet they are really on is the shame diet. And they are bingeing and purging shame in a vicious cycle that no diet will ever adequately address. And there is only one approach that can fix that.read more (Source: Psychology Today Addiction Center)

Artificial Colors Banned in Some Countries Found in American Kraft Mac & Cheese

HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:01:03 +0100

(HealthCastle.com) You may recently have heard about people protesting Kraft's use of artificial colors in its Mac & Cheese noodles. Wondering why people are so upset – and whether you should be concerned? Let's take a look at what's really in those cheesy noodles, and how the U.S. version differs from the version sold in the UK. Yellow #5 and Yellow #6 First, a bit of background about the two artificial dyes that are the subject of the petition. read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)

UN urges world to eat more insects

BBC News | Health | UK Edition — Mon, 13 May 2013 13:00:37 +0100

Eating insects could help fight world hunger, improve nutrition and reduce pollution, according to a new UN report. (Source: BBC News | Health | UK Edition)

How I now know that unless we know what we don’t know we don’t know what we need to know

The Nutrition Society — Mon, 13 May 2013 11:07:52 +0100

What if we stopped doing experiments altogether, and started thinking? Previous articles have suggested that a systematic approach to building a computational model of a very well-known biochemical pathway rapidly led to the identification of some pretty hefty gaps in the literature. In this case the literature was the biochemistry of butyrate handling, but as another article suggested I had the same experience in a different area of nutrition. Given the sheer volume of papers published on my favourite biochemical entity, I don’t think that the reason for these gaps is lack of funding or lack of experimentation. Likewise I don’t think that there’s anything particular about this super-sub-specialism that causes gaps. I’ve paused several times recently and wondered if there is an ina...

Dieters at slimming groups lose FIVE TIMES more weight than those who go it alone

the Mail online | Health — Mon, 13 May 2013 09:11:28 +0100

Research by Baylor College of Medicine, in Texas, found that people who join Weight Watchers lose an average of 8.6lb in three months, while those on DIY diets lose just 1.8lb. (Source: the Mail online | Health)

Want to beat the bulge? Start with a much smaller breakfast as you won't eat more later in the day

the Mail online | Health — Mon, 13 May 2013 08:03:18 +0100

A study from the Medical Research Council’s nutrition centre in Cambridge found that people who eat a small breakfast do not compensate by eating more later in the day. (Source: the Mail online | Health)

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Do Healthier Fast Food Options Exist?

Health News from Medical News Today — Mon, 13 May 2013 08:00:00 +0100

Can you really go into a Subway, which calls itself the "healthy" fast food restaurant, and eat a healthy meal? UCLA researchers found that Subways may not be a much healthier alternative to McDonald's for teenagers and young adults. In their study, which was published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, the investigators found that when adolescents and young adults bought Subway meals they consumed more-or-less the same number of calories as those purchased at McDonald's. They added that meals at both restaurants probably contribute to the country's obesity epidemic... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Coumarin In Cinnamon Causes Liver Damage In Some People

Health News from Medical News Today — Mon, 13 May 2013 07:00:00 +0100

Sensitive people who consume cinnamon-flavored foods, drinks and food supplements may have a higher risk of liver damage, researchers from the University of Mississippi, USA, and King Saud University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, report in the Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry. Cinnamon is one of the most important flavoring agents in foods and drinks, team leader Ikhlas Khan explained. It is the second most popular spice, next to black pepper, in the United States and Europe. Ceylon cinnamon, also known as "true cinnamon" (cinnamon verum) is very expensive... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Good Diet Helps People Manage Celiac Disease

MedicineNet Crohn's Disease General — Mon, 13 May 2013 07:00:00 +0100

Title: Good Diet Helps People Manage Celiac DiseaseCategory: Health NewsCreated: 5/10/2013 2:35:00 PMLast Editorial Review: 5/13/2013 12:00:00 AM (Source: MedicineNet Crohn's Disease General)

The slimming stalwart that punches above its weight

Telegraph Health — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:30:07 +0100

A study has found that WeightWatchers is about five times more effective than dieting alone, says Cherrill Hicks (Source: Telegraph Health)

Are toxic chemicals making you fat?

Psychology Today Food and Diet Center — Mon, 13 May 2013 06:16:23 +0100

We can see the external cues in our environment prompting us to eat more than we need. What's less obvious is the non-natural chemicals in the environment that may make it easier to gain weight and harder to lose it. read more (Source: Psychology Today Food and Diet Center)

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Pharmacological management of obese child

Archives of Disease in Childhood - Education and Practice — Mon, 13 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Childhood overweight and obesity are increasingly common management problems for clinicians. This review focuses on the pharmacological management of obesity in children. It considers historical treatments, the options currently available (principally orlistat and metformin) and some potential future therapeutic interventions. The short term psychological effect of obesity and longer term health impact are discussed. The clinical settings in which drug treatment may be appropriate, the importance of lifestyle interventions, and the evidence and clinical guidance that underpin their use are discussed. (Source: Archives of Disease in Childhood - Education and Practice)

A Clinician's Guide to the ABCs of Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: The Johns Hopkins Ciccarone Center for the Prevention of Heart Disease and American College of Cardiology Cardiosource Approach to the Million Hearts Initiative

Clinical Cardiology — Mon, 13 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Abstract Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death in the United States and worldwide. Fortunately, it is often preventable with early adoption of lifestyle modification, prevention of risk factor onset, and aggressive treatment of existing risk factors. The Million Hearts Initiative is an effort by the Centers for Disease Control that aims to prevent 1 million myocardial infarctions and strokes over the next 5 years. As part of this initiative, we present a simply organized “ABCDE” approach for guiding a consistent comprehensive approach to managing cardiovascular risk in daily clinical practice. ABCDE stands for assessment of risk, antiplatelet therapy, blood pressure management, cholesterol management, cigarette/tobacco cessation, diet and weight man...

Salt levels in food still dangerously high

EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science — Mon, 13 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

(Northwestern University) The dangerously high salt levels in processed food and fast food remain unchanged, despite numerous calls from health agencies for the food industry to voluntarily reduce sodium. Excess sodium in the diet is a major cause of high blood pressure and prematurely kills up to 150,000 people in the US each year. The government must regulate sodium, the study says. (Source: EurekAlert! - Social and Behavioral Science)

Breakthrough in how pancreatic cancer cells ingest nutrients points to new drug target

EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health — Mon, 13 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

(NYU Langone Medical Center / New York University School of Medicine) In a landmark cancer study published online in Nature, researchers at NYU School of Medicine have unraveled a longstanding mystery about how pancreatic tumor cells feed themselves, opening up new therapeutic possibilities for a notoriously lethal disease with few treatment options. Pancreatic cancer kills nearly 38,000 Americans annually, making it a leading cause of cancer death. The life expectancy for most people diagnosed with it is less than a year. (Source: EurekAlert! - Medicine and Health)

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Thymoquinone attenuates tumor growth in ApcMin mice by interference with Wnt-signaling

Molecular Cancer — Mon, 13 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusions: In summary, TQ interferes with polyp progression in ApcMin mice through induction of tumor-cell specific apoptosis and by modulating Wnt signaling through activation of GSK-3beta. Nigella sativa oil (or TQ) might be useful as nutritional supplement to complement surgery and chemoprevention in FAP. (Source: Molecular Cancer)

A randomized crossover study to assess the effect of an oat‐rich diet on glycaemic control, plasma lipids and postprandial glycaemia, inflammation and oxidative stress in Type 2 diabetes

Diabetic Medicine — Mon, 13 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

ConclusionThe oat‐enriched diet had a modest impact on lipid lowering, but did not impact on oxidative stress or inflammation in these volunteers with Type 2 diabetes.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. (Source: Diabetic Medicine)

Low-resistivity, high-transmittance Ga:ZnO films prepared through metalorganic chemical vapor deposition using an inexpensive solution of diethylzinc in n-hexane as the Zn precursor

Applied Physics Letters — Mon, 13 May 2013 00:11:34 +0100

In this study, we prepared Ga-doped ZnO (GZO) films with qualified opto-electric properties through chemical vapor deposition of an inexpensive solution of diethylzinc in n-hexane (ca. 17 wt. %). The GZO films exhibited low resistivity (3.61 x 10 Omega cm) and high transmittance (85%) in the visib ... [Appl. Phys. Lett. 102, 181912 (2013)] published Fri May 10, 2013. (Source: Applied Physics Letters)

Study: Top Mother's Day Gift Mom Can Give Herself - Kindness

Psychology Today Food and Diet Center — Sun, 12 May 2013 22:18:42 +0100

I love studies that show a moderate, brief walk offers the same health benefits as a lung-clutching run. Or that yelling at your kids isn't damaging if you apologize. So you can imagine my joy at reading that a mom's self-compassion can make her LOSE WEIGHT!!!read more (Source: Psychology Today Food and Diet Center)

Extensively hydrolyzed protein formula reduces acid gastro-esophageal reflux in symptomatic preterm infants

Early Human Development — Sun, 12 May 2013 18:10:44 +0100

Abstract: Background: Gastro-esophageal reflux (GER) is diagnosed frequently in preterm infants. Pharmacological treatment of GER has some potential side effects. Conservative treatment of GER should be the first-line approach and should include body positioning and diet modifications.Formula-fed preterm infants experience frequently symptoms of feeding intolerance. Hydrolyzed protein formula (HPF) is often used in these infants due to their effects on gastrointestinal motility.Aims: To investigate the role of an extensively HPF (eHPF) on GER indexes in formula-fed preterm infants with symptoms of both GER and feeding intolerance.Study design: Randomized crossover trialSubjects: Preterm infants (gestational age ≤33weeks) with symptoms of feeding intolerance (large gastric residuals, abdo...

The behavior and origin of the excess wing in DEET (N,N-diethyl-3-methylbenzamide)

RSC - Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys. latest articles — Sun, 12 May 2013 08:10:41 +0100

Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys., 2013, Advance ArticleDOI: 10.1039/C3CP50975C, PaperS. Hensel-Bielowka, J. R. Sangoro, Z. Wojnarowska, L. Hawelek, M. PaluchExperimental and theoretical methods were used to reveal the origin of secondary relaxations in N,N-diethyl-3-methylbenzamide.To cite this article before page numbers are assigned, use the DOI form of citation above.The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry (Source: RSC - Phys. Chem. Chem. Phys. latest articles)

Bromoperoxidases mimics as catalysts for oxidative bromination - Synthesis, Structures and Properties of the diversified oxidation state of vanadium (III, IV and V) complexes with pincer N-heterocycle ligands

RSC - CrystEngComm latest articles — Sun, 12 May 2013 08:10:33 +0100

CrystEngComm, 2013, Accepted ManuscriptDOI: 10.1039/C3CE40410B, PaperChen Chen, Qiao Sun, Dongxue Ren, Rui Zhang, Fengying Bai, Yongheng Xing, Zhan ShiNovel oxovanadium complexes (VO)2(bpz*T-O) (1), VO(bpz*eaT)(SCN)2 (2), V2(bpz*eaT)2([small mu ]2-C2O4)(C2O4)2 (3), [VO(SO4)(bpz*P)(H2O)].H2O (4) and VO(SO4)(bpz*P-Me)(H2O) (5) (bpz*T-O: 4,6-bis(3,5-dimethylpyrazol-1-yl)-1,3,5-triazin-2-olate, bpz*eaT: 2,4-bis(3,5-dimethyl-1H-pyrazol-1-yl)-6-diethylamino-1,3,5-triazine, bpz*P: 2,6-bis(5-methyl-pyrazol-3-yl)pyridine, bpz*P-Me: 2,6-bis(1,5-dimethyl-pyrazol-3-yl)pyridine), were synthesized by the reaction of V2(SO4)3/VOSO4/VO(acac)2 and...The content of this RSS Feed (c) The Royal Society of Chemistry (Source: RSC - CrystEngComm latest articles)

Dietary Nicotine In Peppers May Reduce Risk Of Developing Parkinson's Disease

Health News from Medical News Today — Sun, 12 May 2013 07:00:00 +0100

New research reveals that Solanaceae - a flowering plant family with some species producing foods that are edible sources of nicotine - may provide a protective effect against Parkinson's disease. The study appearing in Annals of Neurology, a journal of the American Neurological Association and Child Neurology Society, suggests that eating foods that contain even a small amount of nicotine, such as peppers and tomatoes, may reduce risk of developing Parkinson's. Parkinson's disease is a movement disorder caused by a loss of brain cells that produce dopamine... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Inhibition of JMJD1A Improves Antiangiogenesis

Cancer Research — Sun, 12 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Antiangiogenic strategies can be effective for cancer therapy, but like all therapies resistance poses a major clinical challenge. Hypoxia and nutrient starvation select for aggressive qualities that may render tumors resistant to antiangiogenic attack. Here, we show that hypoxia and nutrient starvation cooperate to drive tumor aggressiveness through epigenetic regulation of the histone demethylase JMJD1A (JHDM2A; KDM3A). In cancer cells rendered resistant to long-term hypoxia and nutrient starvation, we documented a stimulation of AKT phosphorylation, cell morphologic changes, cell migration, invasion, and anchorage-independent growth in culture. These qualities associated in vivo with increased angiogenesis and infiltration of macrophages into tumor tissues. Through expression microarray...

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Impact of intestinal electrical stimulation on nutrient‐induced GLP‐1 secretion in vivo

Neurogastroenterology and Motility — Sun, 12 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Abstract BackgroundIncreases in L‐cell release of GLP‐1 are proposed to serve as a negative feedback signal for postprandial changes in gastric emptying and/or motility. Previous ex vivo data suggests that direct electrical stimulation (E‐stim) of ileal segments stimulates secretion of GLP‐1. This suggests potential feed‐forward increases in GLP‐1 driven by intestinal neuronal and/or motor activity. MethodsTo determine if E‐stim could increase GLP‐1 levels in an in vivo setting, we administered E‐stim and nutrients to male Long‐ Evans rats (300–350 g) under general anesthesia. Key ResultsNutrient infusion into the duodenum or ileum significantly increased plasma GLP‐1 levels, but E‐stim applied to these locations did not (P < 0.05). However, the combination of ...

Enteral nutritional therapy in septic patients in the intensive care unit: compliance with nutritional guidelines for critically ill patients

Revista Brasileira de Terapia Intensiva — Sun, 12 May 2013 02:11:03 +0100

CONCLUSION: Although the number of septic patients under early enteral nutrition was significant, caloric and protein goals at day 3 of intensive care unit stay were met by only half of them, a percentage that decreased at day 7. (Source: Revista Brasileira de Terapia Intensiva)

Protein requirements, morbidity and mortality in critically ill patients: fundamentals and applications

Revista Brasileira de Terapia Intensiva — Sun, 12 May 2013 02:11:03 +0100

Evidências recentes sugerem que o balanço proteico negativo secundário à doença grave se associa ao aumento de morbidade. A perda da proteína corporal total é inevitável nesse cenário, mesmo com uma abordagem nutricional agressiva, e resulta, principalmente, do catabolismo da fibra muscular esquelética. O principal mecanismo bioquímico e metabólico envolvido nesse processo é o sistema ubiquitina-proteassoma, que, paradoxalmente, consome a adenosina trifosfatocomo fonte energética e motriz. É possível que a neutralidade do balanço proteico nessas instâncias clínicas, seja tão importante na melhora dos desfechos quanto atingir a meta calórica estimada ou medida pela calorimetria indireta. Estudos recentes apontam a utilização de concentrações mais elevadas de proteí...

Marchiafava-Bignami disease: a rare entity with a poor outcome

Revista Brasileira de Terapia Intensiva — Sun, 12 May 2013 02:11:03 +0100

A doença de Marchiafava-Bignami é uma entidade rara, caracterizada por uma degeneração primária do corpo caloso, associada com o consumo crônico do etanol. A doença pode, ocasionalmente, ocorrer em pacientes não etilistas cronicamente desnutridos. Uma deficiência de vitaminas do complexo B é considerada como a hipótese etiopatogênica principal, uma vez que muitos pacientes obtiveram uma melhora após a administração desses compostos. Algumas vezes, entretanto, tal resposta terapêutica não foi observada. O diagnóstico definitivo da doença de Marchiafava-Bignami pode ser problemático e depende das características de estudos de neuroimagem, especialmente a ressonância magnética. Seu tratamento, dessa forma, é ainda controverso, com resultados variáveis. Como estão imp...

Suffering on statins? Stop taking them now: Cholesterol-busting medicines may be causing more harm that good, heart specialist warns

the Mail online | Health — Sat, 11 May 2013 21:00:59 +0100

Statins may be harmful to one in five patients, cardiologist ASEEM MALHOTRA warns, and for many it is possible to control cholesterol through diet alone. (Source: the Mail online | Health)

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Anyone for a glass of POND SCUM? They don't look appetising, but health drinks full of everything from algae to kale are THE fashionable way to get your nutrients

the Mail online | Health — Sat, 11 May 2013 21:00:54 +0100

Ever since the wheatgrass shot became a health-food phenomenon, there has been an avalanche of green sludges promising astonishing benefits. (Source: the Mail online | Health)

Disentangling neighborhood contextual associations with child body mass index, diet, and physical activity: The role of built, socioeconomic, and social environments - Carroll-Scott A, Gilstad-Hayden K, Rosenthal L, Peters SM, McCaslin C, Joyce R, Ickovics JR.

SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated) — Sat, 11 May 2013 19:11:04 +0100

Obesity prevalence among US children and adolescents has tripled in the past three decades. Consequently, dramatic increases in chronic disease incidence are expected, particularly among populations already experiencing health disparities. Recent evidence ... (Source: SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated))

Mediterranean diet and depressive symptoms among older adults over time - Skarupski KA, Tangney CC, Li H, Evans DA, Morris MC.

SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated) — Sat, 11 May 2013 19:11:04 +0100

Objective: To examine whether adherence to a Mediterranean-based dietary pattern is predictive of depressive symptoms among older adults. Design: Generalized estimating equation models were used to test the association between a Mediterranean-based dietary... (Source: SafetyLit: All (Unduplicated))

Drumroll: An Academic Journal For Porn Fans

Psychology Today Sex Center — Sat, 11 May 2013 17:08:37 +0100

If there were ever a human phenomenon in need of serious objective investigation, Internet porn use is surely it. However, the board of the "Porn Studies Journal" appears to lack the detachment and expertise necessary to fulfill this critical role.read more (Source: Psychology Today Sex Center)

Grilling Tips to Cut Colon Cancer Risk

The Doctors Lounge - Oncology — Sat, 11 May 2013 14:00:00 +0100

Use less red meat, marinate and precook indoors, nutrition expert advises (Source: The Doctors Lounge - Oncology)

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hCGTreatments / Diet Doc hCG Diets & Weight Loss Plans Announces...

PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals — Sat, 11 May 2013 07:10:17 +0100

Diet Doc’s prescription hCG weight loss plans are now more effective than ever, producing medically supervised weight reduction averaging over one pound per day for most patients.(PRWeb May 10, 2013)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/hcg-weight-loss/weight-loss-plans/prweb10719456.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)

hCGTreatments/Diet Doc hCG Diets & Weight Loss Plans Announce New...

PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals — Sat, 11 May 2013 07:10:17 +0100

Diet Doc's specially trained nutritionists design customized diet plans unique to each patient that trigger the body to burn trapped belly fat, helping to prevent dementia and leading to sharpened...(PRWeb May 10, 2013)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/fast-weight-loss/diet-plan/prweb10720101.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)

hCGTreatments / Diet Doc hCG Diets & Weight Loss Plans Teaches...

PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals — Sat, 11 May 2013 07:10:17 +0100

While analysts work on developing legal relief for obese Americans, Diet Doc’s hCG diets offer immediate relief from weight-based discrimination by educating patients on how to lose weight,...(PRWeb May 09, 2013)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/how-to-lose-weight/hcg-diets/prweb10714783.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)

Nutricap Labs Continues Its Award-Winning Tradition, Named Finalist in...

PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals — Sat, 11 May 2013 07:10:17 +0100

Gold, silver and bronze honors are scheduled to be announced at the 11th Annual American Business Awards banquets in Chicago and San Francisco later this year.(PRWeb May 09, 2013)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/2013/5/prweb10714995.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)

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hCGTreatments / Diet Doc hCG Diets & Weight Loss Plans Offers New...

PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals — Sat, 11 May 2013 07:10:17 +0100

The decision to lose weight, and attempt to keep it off forever is not a simple decision; it is a lifestyle change requiring support. Diet Doc now offers unlimited support, guidance, and encouragement...(PRWeb May 09, 2013)Read the full story at http://www.prweb.com/releases/fast-weight-loss/prescription-hcg/prweb10715746.htm (Source: PRWeb: Medical Pharmaceuticals)

Children With Heart Defects May Benefit From Carnitine Supplement

Health News from Medical News Today — Sat, 11 May 2013 07:00:00 +0100

A common nutritional supplement may be part of the magic in improving the survival rates of babies born with heart defects, researchers report. Carnitine, a compound that helps transport fat inside the cell powerhouse where it can be used for energy production, is currently used for purposes ranging from weight loss to chest pain. New research shows it appears to normalize the blood vessel dysfunction that can accompany congenital heart defects and linger even after corrective surgery, said Dr. Stephen M... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Soy And Tomato Combination May Help Prevent Prostate Cancer

Health News from Medical News Today — Sat, 11 May 2013 07:00:00 +0100

Soy and tomato foods are probably better at preventing prostate cancer when eaten in combination than alone, researchers from the University of Illinois reported this week. John Erdman, professor of food science and nutrition, and colleagues used genetically engineered laboratory mice for their study. They were engineered to develop a fast-progressing aggressive form of prostate cancer. Half the mice that were give tomato and soy had no cancerous lesions in their prostates at the end of the study, compared to ALL the mice in the control group... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Bone mineral density in Nigerian children after discontinuation of calcium supplementation

Bone — Sat, 11 May 2013 04:10:59 +0100

Abstract: Background: Nigerian toddlers with low dietary calcium intakes increased forearm bone mineral density (BMD) after 18months of calcium supplementation compared with placebo. However, it is not known if this bone mineral accretion is sustained after calcium supplement withdrawal. We therefore investigated the influence of prior calcium supplementation on forearm BMD 12months after withdrawal of the supplement.Methods: Nigerian toddlers aged 12–18months from three urban communities were enrolled in a controlled trial of calcium supplementation. Two communities received daily calcium supplements, one as calcium carbonate (400mg), and the other as ground fish (529±109mg), for a duration of 18months, and all three communities received vitamin A (2500IU daily) as placebo. Forearm BMD...

Making schools healthy among Burmese migrants in Thailand

Health Promotion International — Sat, 11 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

In Thailand, a health-promoting school (HPS) program is in place nationwide. However, this policy has not covered Burmese migrant schools. Therefore, to ensure the feasibility of the implementation of a HPS program, we conducted evaluations and an intervention on school health in migrant schools in Thailand. We included 44 primary-level schools in the Tak province in 2008. We were able to evaluate the results of the intervention in 43 of 44 schools in the subsequent year. For measurement, we used a comprehensive school-health checklist with five components: ‘personal health and life skills’, ‘healthy school environment’, ‘health and nutrition services’, ‘common disease control and prevention’, ‘school and community partnership’. T...

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N,N-Diethyl-2-hydroxyethanaminium 5-(2,4-dinitrophenyl)barbiturate sesquihydrate

Acta Crystallographica Section E — Sat, 11 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

In the title hydrated molecular salt, C6H16NO+·C10H5N4O7−·1.5H2O [systematic name: N,N-diethyl-2-hydroxyethanaminium 5-(2,4-dinitrophenyl)-2,6-dioxo-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyrimidin-4-olate sesquihydrate], the dihedral angle between the six-membered rings in the anion is 37.66 (11)°. The nitro groups ortho and para to the ring junction are rotated from their attached ring by 40.8 (3) and 23.5 (3)°, respectively. The ethanol group is disordered over two of the `arms' of the cation in a statistical ratio. In the crystal, [010] chains of anions occur, linked by N—H...O and O—H...O hydrogen bonds, which generate R22(8) loops. Further N—H...O and O—H...O hydrogen bonds link the components into a three-dimensional network. One of the water O atoms lies near an inversion centre and...

Colour‐variable birds have broader ranges, wider niches and are less likely to be threatened

Journal of Evolutionary Biology — Sat, 11 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Abstract Coloration fulfils a variety of adaptive functions in animals. Colour variability, both between and within species, can be caused by different colours being favoured for different functions and in different environments. Thus, species with highly variable coloration may have greater potential to persist in new and changing environments. As a consequence, such colour‐variable species may be more able to adapt, colonize new areas and niches, occupy larger ranges, speciate more readily and in general be less vulnerable to environmental change and extinction. These predictions have been supported by comparative analyses on amphibians and reptiles. However, as coloration in ectotherms plays a key role in thermoregulation, it is unclear whether these results can be generalized to endo...

Thirty days of resveratrol supplementation does not affect postprandial incretin hormone responses, but suppresses postprandial glucagon in obese subjects

Diabetic Medicine — Sat, 11 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

ConclusionsOur data suggest that 30 days of resveratrol supplementation does not affect fasting or postprandial incretin hormone plasma levels in obese humans, but suppresses postprandial glucagon responses.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. (Source: Diabetic Medicine)

Reducing the cost of dietary assessment: Self‐Completed Recall and Analysis of Nutrition for use with children (SCRAN24)

Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics — Sat, 11 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusionsscran24 was very well received by young people and was relatively quick to complete. The accuracy and precision was close to that of similar computer‐based systems currently used in dietary studies. (Source: Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics)

Year 7 dietary intake: a comparison of two schools with middle–high socio‐economic status

Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics — Sat, 11 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

ConclusionsThe present study identified that, although pupils from MSESS consume a significantly higher intake of energy and macronutrient compared to a nearby HSESS, the percentage of energy contribution of saturated fat and sugar is above government recommendations for pupils from both schools. Additionally, the majority of pupils from both schools substantially over‐rated their diet quality compared to a HEI. (Source: Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics)

Students entering internship show readiness in the nutrition care process

Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics — Sat, 11 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

ConclusionsThis distance internship attracts students from all over the USA, and so the findings of the present study shed light on current undergraduate preparation in the NCP. (Source: Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics)

Lean red meat consumption and lipid profiles in adolescent girls

Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics — Sat, 11 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

ConclusionsThese analyses suggest that lean red meat may be included in a healthy adolescent diet without unfavourable effects on lipid values. (Source: Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics)

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Food frequency questionnaires: Small associations and large errors

Nutrition — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:11:21 +0100

The article Validity of the Willett Food Frequency Questionnaire in Assessing the Iron Intake of French-Canadian Pregnant Women by Baddour et al. highlights significant issues with food frequency questionnaires (FFQ), a data collection tool widely used in large cohort studies to answer questions regarding diet and development of chronic disease. This in turn raises questions about the role that nutrition epidemiology plays in determining diet–disease relationships and shaping policies that communicate these relationships to the public. (Source: Nutrition)

Nutrition — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:11:21 +0100

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15th JMK Nestle Nutrition Awards

Nutrition — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:11:21 +0100

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Short-term folinic acid supplementation improves vascular reactivity in HIV-infected individuals: A randomized trial

Nutrition — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:11:20 +0100

Conclusions: Short-term folinic acid supplementation improved vascular reactivity in HIV-infected individuals enrolled in the studied. As folate supplementation is safe and relatively inexpensive, long-term clinical trials should be conducted. (Source: Nutrition)

Graham Lancelot Hill, M.D., Ch.M., F.R.C.S., F.R.A.C.S., F.A.C.S. (1939–2013)

Nutrition — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:11:19 +0100

Surgeon-Scientist Graham Lancelot Hill died in New Zealand after a prolonged illness in March 2013. (Source: Nutrition)

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Clinical Nutrition — Sat, 11 May 2013 01:11:10 +0100

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#GoUnDiet Party: Finding the Good Packaged Foods 2013

HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians — Sat, 11 May 2013 00:49:56 +0100

(HealthCastle.com) Not all packaged foods are created equal. Sometimes, packaging will try to make products more healthy than they really are. Join us for a fun #GoUnDiet party and share with us your tips on finding good packaged foods. Tell us which packaged foods deserve a place in your pantry. #GoUnDiet Twitter Party Party Topic: Finding the Good Packaged Foods read more (Source: HealthCastle.com Nutrition Tips - written by Registered Dietitians)

Dannon Cuts Sugar, Carefully, in Children’s Yogurt

NYT — Sat, 11 May 2013 00:02:24 +0100

Dannon cut the sugar in its Danimals Smoothies for children, but it did so with the utmost care to make sure the children didn’t notice. (Source: NYT)

Video: How to give your pet the healthiest diet

Health News: CBSNews.com — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:59:28 +0100

More than half of U.S. dogs and cats are overweight or obese, but vets say there are many ways to make sure your pet gets the healthiest, most nutritious diet. Adriana Diaz reports. (Source: Health News: CBSNews.com)

Beamonstar Products Issues Voluntary Nationwide Recall of SexVoltz, Velextra, & Amerect Marketed as a Dietary Supplement, Due to Undeclared Active Ingredients- Expanded to Include SexVoltz 12 Capsules Bottle, SKU 626570615316.

Food and Drug Administration — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:53:00 +0100

Queen Creek, AZ, BeaMonstar Products is voluntarily recalling all of SexVoltz brand SKU’s 626570609490, 827912089028, 626570617877, 626570615316, 626570615316 Velextra brand SKU’s 626570613855, 626570619055, 626570617860, 626570617563 Amerect SKU’s 626570619031, 626570619628 capsules to the consumer level. Laboratory analysis conducted by the FDA on SexVoltz and Velextra has determined these products contain undeclared tadalafil. Amerect is voluntarily recalled because it has the potential to contain undeclared tadalafil. Tadalafil are FDA-Approved drugs used to treat male erectile dysfunction (ED), making the products unapproved new drugs. (Source: Food and Drug Administration)

Yet Another Reason to Avoid Fatty Foods: Fatigue

MedlinePlus Health News — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:00:00 +0100

Daytime drowsiness, alertness influenced by diet, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Dietary Fats, Fatigue (Source: MedlinePlus Health News)

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Inpatient treatment for eating disorders: the experience of a specialized service

Jornal Brasileiro de Psiquiatria — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:55:51 +0100

CONCLUSION: Inpatient treatment was a therapeutic modality required for treatment of these patients and their frequency was significant, but decreased over time. This result can be explained by the trend of deinstitutionalization from the psychiatric reform, earlier diagnosis and treatment and the experience gained by service professionals over the years. (Source: Jornal Brasileiro de Psiquiatria)

Prevalence and factors associated with commom mental disorders in medical and multiprofessional health residents

Jornal Brasileiro de Psiquiatria — Fri, 10 May 2013 18:55:51 +0100

CONCLUSION: These findings indicate the high magnitude of CMD in this population, especially medical residents and serve to educators and managers of health services in order to define strategies to prevent and recover the mental health and the quality of life of the residents. (Source: Jornal Brasileiro de Psiquiatria)

Hot Off the Press: Sane Eating News

Psychology Today Food and Diet Center — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:48:22 +0100

Can the media possibly bring us more on diet and weight? Yes, it seems so....though recent offerings seem especially helpful to those trying to eat more sanely, whether for weight loss or beating food addiction.read more (Source: Psychology Today Food and Diet Center)

Richard Besser's New Book Tackles Confusing Health Questions

U.S. News - Health — Fri, 10 May 2013 13:00:00 +0100

In “Tell Me the Truth, Doctor,” ABC News’ Besser examines diet, exercise and health care. (Source: U.S. News - Health)

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Health Tip: Don't Overcook Veggies

MedlinePlus Health News — Fri, 10 May 2013 11:00:00 +0100

You may lose key nutrientsSource: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Nutrition (Source: MedlinePlus Health News)

Pollution may increase diabetes risk

NHS News Feed — Fri, 10 May 2013 09:49:00 +0100

Conclusion This German study looked at the relationship between air pollution and proximity to the nearest road at the child’s birth address, and the child’s insulin resistance when they were aged 10. Though links were found between increasing levels of nitrogen dioxide and levels of particles less than 10 micrometres in diameter and increasing insulin levels at age 10, there are important limitations to bear in mind: Though the researchers have attempted to adjust for many potential confounders, it is difficult to conclude that the air pollution at the birth address has directly caused the child’s insulin resistance at age 10, when there may be many other genetic, environmental and health-related factors involved. The confidence intervals around the increase in insulin resista...

Day Care Snacks Lacking In Nutritional Value

Health News from Medical News Today — Fri, 10 May 2013 09:00:00 +0100

Study indicates snacking is a "missed opportunity" From animal crackers to gummy fruit snacks and calorie-laden juice drinks, kids in child care are not getting the nutrition they need from daily snacks, according to a new study from Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center published online in the journal Childhood Obesity. The study - the first of its kind to compare meals to snacks - shows that despite efforts to improve the diets of children in child care settings, meals - and particularly snacks - still lack nutritional quality... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Carnitine Supplement May Improve Survival Rates Of Children With Heart Defects

Health News from Medical News Today — Fri, 10 May 2013 09:00:00 +0100

Dental caries and chemical analyses in reconstruction of diet, health and hygienic behaviour in the Middle Euphrates valley (Syria)

Archives of Oral Biology — Fri, 10 May 2013 08:15:36 +0100

Discussion: These data suggest a similar socio-economic status during the Late Roman and Islamic periods. The diet of the population living in the Late Roman and Islamic periods contained a larger number of products containing strontium than calcium. In the modern population these proportions have been reversed. (Source: Archives of Oral Biology)

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Ascorbic acid and its pro-oxidant activity as a therapy for tumours of oral cavity – A systematic review

Archives of Oral Biology — Fri, 10 May 2013 08:15:34 +0100

Conclusion: The results of our systematic review show that the pro-oxidant activity of pharmacologic ascorbic acid is a part of its dose-dependent bimodal activity and is a result of the proposed Fenton mechanism. In vitro, animal and ex vivo studies of pharmacologic ascorbic acid (AA) have yielded meritorious results proving vitamin C as an effective cytotoxic agent against oral neoplastic cells with potentially no harming effects on normal cells. However, a shortage of clinical trials and in vivo human studies pertaining to evaluation of anti-tumour activity of vitamin C in tumours of oral cavity remains a lacuna in concluding ascorbic acid as a beneficial therapeutic option in treatment of oral neoplasms. (Source: Archives of Oral Biology)

Diet Linked With Daytime Sleepiness And Alertness In Healthy Adults

Health News from Medical News Today — Fri, 10 May 2013 07:00:00 +0100

A new study suggests that your level of sleepiness or alertness during the day may be related to the type of food that you eat. Results show that higher fat consumption was associated with increased objective daytime sleepiness, while higher carbohydrate intake was associated with increased alertness. There was no relationship between protein consumption and sleepiness or alertness. These findings were independent of the subjects' gender, age, and body mass index as well as the total amount of sleep they were getting and their total caloric intake... (Source: Health News from Medical News Today)

Black Students Drink More Soda When Available at School

Health Behavior News Service — Fri, 10 May 2013 05:45:00 +0100

05/09/2013, American Journal of Preventive Medicine, The availability of sugar-sweetened or diet soda in schools does not appear to be related to students' overall consumption, except for African-American students, who drink more soda when it's available at school, finds a study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine. (Source: Health Behavior News Service)

Upcoming UN forum highlights vital contribution of forests to food security and nutrition

UN News Centre - Health, Poverty, Food Security — Fri, 10 May 2013 05:00:00 +0100

The crops, animals and trees found in forests can play a crucial role in improving food security and nutrition around the world, according to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), which is hosting a gathering on the issue in Rome next week. (Source: UN News Centre - Health, Poverty, Food Security)

Pre‐diabetes in adults 45 years and over in Ireland: the Survey of Lifestyle, Attitudes and Nutrition in Ireland 2007

Diabetic Medicine — Fri, 10 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

ConclusionsThe high levels of pre‐diabetes detected in this study are worrying. Population level interventions to address diet and lifestyle factors are needed urgently to prevent progression to diabetes in high‐risk individuals.This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved. (Source: Diabetic Medicine)

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Feeding choice has a gender‐associated effect on infant growth

Pediatrics International — Fri, 10 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

ConclusionsInfant feeding choice had a gender‐associated effect on growth during infancy. When evaluating infant growth, we should not only consider birth weight and mother's pre‐pregnancy weight, but also infant feeding choice and gender. (Source: Pediatrics International)

Acculturation and obesity among migrant populations in high income countries -- a systematic review

BMC Public Health - Latest articles — Fri, 10 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Conclusion: Despite the small number of studies, a number of potential explanatory hypotheses were developed for these emerging patterns. The 'Healthy Migrant Effect' may diminish with greater acculturation as the host culture potentially promotes more unhealthy weight gain than heritage cultures. This appears particularly so for men and a rapid form of nutrition transition represents a likely contributor. The inconsistent results observed for women may be due to the interplay of cultural influences on body image, food choices and physical activity. That is, the Western ideal of a slim female body and higher values placed on physical activity and fitness may counteract the obesogenic food environment for female migrants. (Source: BMC Public Health - Latest articles)

Genome of the long-living sacred lotus (Nelumbo nucifera Gaertn.)

BioMed Central — Fri, 10 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

The genome of the long-living, slowly evolving sacred lotus reveals the genetic mechanisms underlying its adaptation to limited nutrient availability (Source: BioMed Central)

Fiber in Whole Foods: A Closer Look

Home Health Care Management — Fri, 10 May 2013 04:00:00 +0100

Fiber has more health benefits than treating or preventing constipation or hemorrhoids. But most individuals do not include foods with adequate amounts of fiber to their diet. Perhaps low consumption of fiber is due to poor food choices or because one is not aware of the food high in fiber content. In this issue the facts about fiber are discussed including a list of commonly consumed foods and their fiber content. (Source: Home Health Care Management)