MedWorm provides a medical RSS filtering service. Over 6000 RSS medical sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest medical blog items that have been tagged with 'fiber'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:50:58 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4945315&cid=t_101027_180_f&fid=38612&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fpickthebrain%2FLYVv%2F%7E3%2FvOrIjDpw9eo%2F You’ve probably heard that certain foods can help your memory improve, and will allow you to think with better clarity. “But what foods are actually considered brain foods?” you may ask. Believe it or not, there are a copious amount of foods that protect your brain, improving how good it’ll work, and can even generate new brain cells. Yes, you read it right… new brain cells! You can still generate new brain cells–even when you’re an adult. A common myth recently espoused that brain cells quit occurring once you’ve reached adulthood, but reputable and prolific new research has debunked this myth. Regardless of how old you are, you can make new brain cells. Keep in mind that all cells need nutrients to continue their growth. This means your brain needs foo... PickTheBrain | Motivation and Self Improvement blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4945315 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 05:42:20 +0100 4945315 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4265987&cid=t_101027_117_f&fid=38856&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.timemastermd.com%2F%3Fp%3D1632 If your jeans brand is “Wide Load” perhaps you might consider a exercise, diet and supplement program.  But, if you don’t exercise, you won’t be burning off that bodacious bootie, you will just be burning bucks. The problem is it is hard to find something to help reduce those unwanted pounds.  Two recent Swedish studies have shown 9 popular weight loss supplements were no more effective than the fake supplements they were compared with.  There are scores of slimming supplements out there claiming weight-loss effects through all sorts of mechanisms of action. Ads for ”fat magnets, mobilizers and dissolvers, as well as appetite tamers, metabolism boosters, carb blockers” are everywhere.   Researchers tested selected plant extracts and found them ... Timemaster MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4265987 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 21:56:02 +0100 4265987 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4106095&cid=t_101027_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F10%2F26%2Ffill-up-on-fiber-and-feel-fuller-for-longer%2F If you have found yourself eating what feels like a good amount of food, but struggle with staying “full,” there could be a chance you aren’t getting enough fiber. Fiber not only functions as a way to fill you up and make you feel fuller for longer, but it also has many amazing health benefits including: improving gastrointestinal health and function improving glucose tolerance and insulin response decreasing LDL and cardiovascular disease risk factors reducing the risk of some cancers. Two Types of Fiber Soluble and insoluble fiber are two types of fiber that you can consume, each with different functions in the body. Insoluble fiber helps move bulk through the intestines and promotes better digestive health. It is also linked to reducing the risk of colon cancer. You ... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4106095 Tue, 26 Oct 2010 10:53:23 +0100 4106095 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4086232&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fi-survived-my-first-colonoscopy-at-age-27%2F photo: Thinkstock When my gastroenterologist recommended that I undergo a colonoscopy, the first thing I asked was how common it was for women like me — 27 years old and otherwise healthy — to have such an invasive procedure. She assured me that it was, in fact, very common, but it’s not something that any of my friends have ever experienced. But maybe it’s just not something that comes up in everyday conversation. Of course my doctor was going to assure me that it was a commonplace; after all, colonoscopies are a dime a dozen to a gastroenterologist, and it’s the most effective way to find out what’s really going on down there. I had ended up in the gastroenterologist’s office in the first place because I had noticed some weirdness going on with t... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4086232 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 19:30:07 +0100 4086232 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3961845&cid=t_101027_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F09%2F12%2Fprozac-and-potatoes%2F In her national bestseller “Potatoes Not Prozac,” Kathleen DesMaisons offers a seven-step dietary plan for sugar-sensitive people like me. I’ve tried to implement her suggestions into my diet because, as a recovering drunk and depressive, sugar can throw me into an emotional mess that gets downright ugly. A diet rich in fiber and protein is crucial to my mental health — but for me, it’s Prozac AND potatoes. Here’s what DesMaisons proposes: Keep a food journal. The journal keeps you in relationship to your body. It reminds you of the connection between what you eat and how you feel. Maintain your blood sugar level. Stay steady and clear. Always have breakfast. Eat three meals a day at regular intervals. Eat brown things (whole grains, beans, potatoes, a... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3961845 Sun, 12 Sep 2010 14:32:51 +0100 3961845 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3929473&cid=t_101027_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F09%2F03%2Fdo-packaged-foods-need-a-fiber-boost%2F Dietitians have been trying to get people to eat more fiber for a long time. It is recommended that we get 25-30 grams per day. Dietary fiber is found in foods like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and beans. Fiber helps with lowering cholesterol, stabilizing blood sugar, and promote digestive regularity. Also, when you eat fiber, you are more full and satisfied. You tend to eat fewer calories and maintain a healthy weight. Despite these benefits, many people don’t eat enough of these foods. In fact, 70 percent of Americans do not meet recommendations for fruit and vegetable intake. There’s a good chance they may not be getting enough fiber either. This is why one of the reasons companies are adding fiber to food products. The fiber that is popping up in our toaster pastries, yogurt... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3929473 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:40:51 +0100 3929473 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3757834&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Ffeeling-full-10-ways-to-fight-the-bloat%2F photo: Thinkstock Bloating doesn’t just make us feel awkward about our bodies, it can also be physically uncomfortable. But we can try these tips to avoid bloating — we’d be willing to try anything to get rid of that tight-pants, always-full feeling. And share your own ways to fight the bloat in the comments section, below. Avoid salt. It makes you retain water and bloat up. Drink lots of water. If you’re hydrated, you’re body will avoid storing up lots of water. Ditch the straw. Drinking through a straw increases the amount of air you swallow, which would make you bloated. Don’t eat gassy foods. Carbonated drinks, lentils, wheat bran, and artichokes make you gassy (which can be more uncomfortable than bloating alone). Grab fiber. Eating fiber helps everyth... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3757834 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 20:40:17 +0100 3757834 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3742310&cid=t_101027_111_f&fid=39123&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Fnursingcomments%2Ftdtc%2F%7E3%2FbjGJW_4b92Y%2F           Diverticulosis is a condition which affects your large intestine, more commonly referred to as the colon.  Nutrition is digested and food is absorbed in the 20 feet of your small intestine – the long, thin portion of the bowel that begins at the stomach and ends in the right, lower abdomen.  Following digestion, the liquid waste enters the 5 feet of the large intestine (colon) which ends in the rectum.  Just above the rectum, there is an s-shaped portion of the colon called the sigmoid colon, and this is where diverticulosis usually occurs.  A colon affected by diverticulosis has weak spots in the walls and these weak spots allow the development of outpouches.  These hollow pouches on the colon are about the size of a large pea and are referred to as diverticula.�... Nursing Comments blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3742310 Sat, 10 Jul 2010 21:05:27 +0100 3742310 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3567891&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fhow-to-lower-your-cholesterol%2F2010.05.15 Your doctor has just informed you that you have “hyperlipidemia” – or high cholesterol. She’s mentioning lipid-lowering drugs (statins), but you said you want to try some things on your own first. She agrees and will recheck your blood levels in three months. What are you going to do? The advice is all over the map and your Google searches come up with various supplements and diets that are confusing and overwhelming. Here are some specific recommendations, based on evidence, that can help you lower your cholesterol. (more…) *This blog post was originally published at EverythingHealth* (Source: Better Health) Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3567891 Sat, 15 May 2010 18:00:00 +0100 3567891 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3508152&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fvans-natural-waffles-giveaway-exclusively-for-blisstree-readers%2F Welcome to our 4th reader giveaway! (And trust us, it won’t be our last.) Eat this up: Van’s new Lite Waffles – made with wholesome, natural ingredients like whole wheat flour, honey, oats, barley, and millet – have just 70 calories and one gram of fat per waffle. And each serving (two waffles per serving) has six grams of fiber! They’re a delicious snack that flatters your figure and tickles your taste buds. Blisstree loves Van’s waffles, so we’re partnering with them, and for this week’s reader giveaway… Four lucky Blisstree readers* will each win: • 5 Free Boxes of Van’s Waffles! (5 coupons redeemable for any Van’s products) Entering our exclusive Van’s waffles giveaway couldn’t be easier. Just tell us by 6 p.m. ... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3508152 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 21:44:01 +0100 3508152 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3472003&cid=t_101027_136_f&fid=36032&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.everydayhealth.com%2Fblog%2Flife-with-breast-cancer%2Ffiber-does-good-things-for-my-family%2F Fiber is big news in nutrition. Every time I look into eating better and ways to improve my health or lose weight, I find another article on fiber — and I’ve gotten a lot of great information right here on EverydayHealth.com. Lately I have been looking into claims that increasing fiber in your diet can reduce the risk of colon cancer and even other cancers, including breast cancer. I can’t confirm these claims with what I have learned so far, but I can’t imagine that it would hurt. The one thing that I can tell you for sure is that fiber has done great things for my family. My boys have grown up with whole-wheat bread in our house, and in the past few years, I have bought only cereal, crackers, and baked goods made from 100% whole-wheat flour. My husband got on the fiber b... Life with Breast Cancer blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3472003 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 17:34:23 +0100 3472003 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3335587&cid=t_101027_167_f&fid=38576&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.drbriffa.com%2Fblog%2F2010%2F03%2F04%2Frye-bread-helps-relieve-constipation-and-other-tips-for-bowel-regularity%2F I eat a relatively low-carb diet, and as a result, eat very little bread indeed. I literally cannot remember the last time I ate a sandwich, for instance. And when I do eat bread, I tend to opt for a thin slice or two of dark rye bread. I prefer rye to wheat bread partly [...] (Source: Dr John Biffa's Blog) Dr John Biffa's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3335587 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 20:52:32 +0100 3335587 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3101046&cid=t_101027_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2F1yJlxDoJUR0%2Fim-hungry-and-first-uh-oh-of-alzheimers.html I'm hungry....me too...and the first UH OH of the day.............Bob DeMarco Alzheimer's Reading Room Editor We are off to a very good start today. My mother didn't say -- I'm hungry -- until 10:03 AM. Previously I wrote these articles: I'm Hungry, I'm Starving Thyroid and Alzheimer's How We Beat Alzheimer's Incontinence -- The Solution Communicating in Alzheimer's World I'll tie those articles together by describing our morning. 7:30 AM I wake my mother up to give her her medication. One thing I have to do is give her the Thyroid medication. I need to do this early because you are not supposed to eat anything for one hour after you take the medication. If you want the medication to work effectively you should follow this rule. Once I give her the medications, I get her up to take... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3101046 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 20:24:39 +0100 3101046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2453279&cid=t_101027_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F06%2Frecipe-simple-healthy-barley-salad.html This morning I made a barley salad that we will have as our carbohydrate side dish at dinner tonight. It's so easy to make. I used dried barley that has been in our freezer for..oh my..it could be a few years. I store all my dried grains and beans in the freezer where they last indefinitely.The instructions on the package suggested cooking the barley for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, I checked the barley about 45 minutes into the simmering process, and was happy with the size and consistency, so stopped the boil and flushed the barley with cold water right away removing excess starch and stopping the cooking process. Barley will swell to quite a large size if you cook long enough, I like mine chewy and not over-cooked.Here's what you need:1/2 1b. dried barley (1/2 a 1 lb. bag)WaterFew Tablespoons of O... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2453279 Wed, 03 Jun 2009 16:41:00 +0100 2453279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2342066&cid=t_101027_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F04%2Fbasis-for-healthy-cookie-recipe.html When I was growing up, and in my pre-teen (tween as they call it now) and teen years, my bedroom was upstairs. At the bottom of the stairs was our family kitchen, and when I reached the bottom of the stairs, straight ahead was the cabinet where the cookies were kept. I was never one to eat much for breakfast before I walked to school, but whenever there were cookies in the cabinet, I'd reach in and grab a few instead. I guess that wouldn't have been too bad if the cookies had been healthy, but somehow I survived :-) and have moved on to healthier things.Here are some ideas for making cookies that you don't have to feel guilty about eating. Avoid using prepared cookie dough in the store. It is loaded with preservatives even if the cookies are sugar free. Who needs preservatives when your h... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2342066 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 04:15:00 +0100 2342066 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2211097&cid=t_101027_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FGbZe_3Ed_1M%2F I along with millions of people, I know how hard it is to change your eating habits. With so many people having diabetes and heart disease because of obesity I took this as my wake up call. I went on line and found an article from Mayo Clinic that is very informative, that I would like to share. In the article there are seven steps to follow as a guide to better health; you will also find menus to help get you started. There are suggested foods to eat and foods you need to limit. To lower your cholesterol and risk of coronary artery disease you need to limit saturated and trans fats. These fats increase the risk of plaque buildup in your arteries called atherosclerosis, which is the cause of heart attack and stroke. When choosing foods high in protein make sure they are low in fat, such as... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2211097 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 23:48:20 +0100 2211097 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2142023&cid=t_101027_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F01%2Fcelebrating-wholesome-oats.html Last year I discovered that January is National Oatmeal month! My husband LOVES Oatmeal, but we never knew there was a special month set aside to recognize this healthy grain. According to the Quacker Oatmeal website, it is because Oatmeal is consumed more in January than any other month. It's no wonder...it's so cold outside in many parts of the country, and starting the day with a hot bowl of stick-to-the-ribs oatmeal is a soothing treat...not to mention it's health benefits, including aiding in the lowering of cholestorol. I do have some information about the health benefits of Oats at my website, stop by for some great information.Site Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2142023 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 00:54:00 +0100 2142023 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2021901&cid=t_101027_129_f&fid=36013&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.myibsstory.com%2Fpeppermint-oil-fiber-ibs%2F In this study, a total of 591 patients in 12 studies were subjected to treatment with fiber, twenty two studies (1778 patients) compared antispasmodics with placebo, and 392 patients (four trials) had been investigated for the effects of peppermint oil versus placebo. The results showed that all three agents were more effective than placebo in improving the symptoms in IBS patients, however peppermint oil appeared to be the most effective therapy. In terms of actual numbers, the fiber patients had 48% improved compared to 43% on placebo or low fiber diet; antispasmodic trials showed 61% of patients improved compared to 43% on placebo; while 74% treated with peppermint oil no longer had persistent symptoms compared to 35% in the placebo groups. From this research, it is clear that pepperm... My Irritable Bowel Syndrome Story blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2021901 Tue, 09 Dec 2008 02:34:51 +0100 2021901 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1975919&cid=t_101027_117_f&fid=36026&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.healthtalk.com%2Fzimney%2Fnatural-remedies-for-irritable-bowel-syndrome-ibs%2F It’s not often that I recommend natural remedies because there’s rarely any scientific evidence that they work better than a placebo. But when there’s data supporting their use I’m all for it. Such is now the case in the treatment of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) as shown by a review of research recently published in the British Medical Journal. Turns out that two of the best treatments for IBS, peppermint oil and fiber, are old-fashioned, inexpensive and widely available over-the-counter (OTC). And I don’t mean that these are just two of the best natural remedies or two of the best OTC remedies, they are two of the best remedies period. The research review found three IBS treatments to be consistently better than placebo. In addition to peppermint oil and fi... Dr. Z's Medical Report blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1975919 Tue, 18 Nov 2008 19:01:55 +0100 1975919 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1906251&cid=t_101027_117_f&fid=36026&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.healthtalk.com%2Fzimney%2Fthe-morning-banana-diet-a-scambuster-report%2F The latest fad weight loss scheme is something called the Morning Banana Diet (MBD), which started in Japan and swept across the country like an unrelenting tsunami. It’s so popular there that bananas literally fly off the shelves as fast as they can be stocked. But you should be forewarned, Japan is known for its fad diets and there have been many others before this one that also were so big they caused product shortages. And, of course, like all fad diets, this one will likely lead to some weight loss in the short run but will fail in the long run, which is why they are always replaced by the next crazy idea. But this one actually has a hidden nugget of gold called resistant starch that I’ll explain a little later. So what is the Morning Banana Diet? Like all fad diets, ther... Dr. Z's Medical Report blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1906251 Thu, 23 Oct 2008 23:43:20 +0100 1906251 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1672161&cid=t_101027_107_f&fid=36585&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FHighlightHEALTH%2F%7E3%2F351674497%2F This article was published on Highlight HEALTH. Other Articles You May LikeIncreased Coffee Consumption Associated with Lower Risk of Liver CancerDid You Eat Your Fruits and Vegetables Today?More Education Decreases the Risk of Death Remembering Lunch Can Help Reduce the Desire to SnackTired? You May Not Be Getting Enough Sleep (Source: Highlight HEALTH) Highlight HEALTH blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1672161 Fri, 01 Aug 2008 04:19:42 +0100 1672161 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1652393&cid=t_101027_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F344781974%2F Charlie was supposed to go the dentist yesterday morning but I had to reschedule his appointment to August as I was at the BlogHer conference. And I’ll confess, I felt a sense of (guilty?) relief at knowing that Charlie’s next date with the dentist chair would be postponed a bit more. We’ve been slack about practicing for the dentist with him lying on the bed, keeping his hands in his lap and his mouth open. Charlie will be starting a dental program at school and I expect that will help, and then I read about a new technology that uses a tiny optical fiber to detect tooth decay as soon as it starts. As the July 23rd Science Daily noted, x-rays and visual observation are currently how tooth decay is detected; the decay has advanced to the point that drilling is needed to r... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1652393 Thu, 24 Jul 2008 16:57:10 +0100 1652393 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1242441&cid=t_101027_129_f&fid=36035&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblog.healthtalk.com%2Fchronic-pain%2Flife-with-chronic-pain%2Fpractical-can-be-delicious-on-the-anti-inflammatory-diet%2F When it comes right down to living, it is one thing to read or hear advice but it is another thing to apply it to our everyday lives. When our hunger pangs “hit the road” it’s just so much easier to revert to eating the way we were brought up. Change is difficult, especially if you’re in pain, depressed and are dealing with a whole “plateful” of problems already. Today I would like to share a few easy, practical ideas for a healthy diet for those of us who suffer from autoimmune disease which may cause inflammation in joints, skin and major organs. We all need to be practical about the real world we live in. Some of us are the family cooks and have to please spouses and/or children. There are no specific recipes which will eliminate arthritis, just some basic rules or guideline... Life with Chronic Pain blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1242441 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 21:46:27 +0100 1242441 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=867405&cid=t_101027_134_f&fid=36049&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FDiabetesNotes%2F%7E3%2F155602546%2F Once again, I am going to say, “don’t shoot the messenger”. Before anyone gets all in a tizzy, take the time to really read through what the research is claiming in its entirety. Yes, they are suggesting that certain breakfast breads are effective in controlling blood sugars through the dinner hour, but they are in no way suggesting that you shove 5 pieces of white toast in your mouth and call it a morning. “It is known that a carbohydrate-rich breakfast with low GI can moderate increases in blood sugar after lunch. But my results show that low GI in combination with the right amount of so-called indigestible carbohydrates, that is, dietary fiber and resistant starch, can keep the blood-sugar level low for up to ten hours, which means until after dinner,” says... Diabetes Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=867405 Wed, 12 Sep 2007 18:25:18 +0100 867405 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=835443&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F31%2Fvegetable-fiber-a-first-rate-diabetes-defense%2F Filed under: Type 2, Diet, Research, Daily NewsWe could all benefit from added fiber in our diets. However, it seems the type of fiber consumed is important too. A new study concludes that vegetable fiber is a good defence against type 2 diabetes. The study comes courtesy of researchers at the University of Sydney, Australia, who found that adults eating five grams of vegetable fiber daily were 24 percent less likely than other adults to develop the disease. People over the age of seventy enjoyed a thirty-one percent risk reduction.The study tracked the eating habits of more than two thousand people over a ten year period. Wow. The researchers also reported that those whose diets contained fiber from mainly cereal or fruit sources did not fare so well - they had a higher risk for type 2 di... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=835443 Fri, 31 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 835443 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=824673&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F27%2Ffiber%2F Filed under: Diet, NutritionLet's face it, fiber isn't exactly the most interesting part of your diet. Rarely do we talk about it, and even more rarely do we take it into account when planning our meals. Generally speaking, the only people who tend to pay attention to fiber are the people who are in greater need of a diet rich in it. And, again, those people don't exactly like to talk about that, either. As a result, fiber sort of remains the unspoken and oft misunderstood part of our diet. But, make no mistake, it is an extremely important part. Here's why. More or less, fiber is the mostly carbohydrate constituent of plants that the human body can't digest. There are two primary types of fiber: soluble and insoluble. The latter passes from one end of the digestive tract to the other virt... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=824673 Mon, 27 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 824673 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=819527&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F23%2Fdrink-safely%2F Filed under: Diet, ObesityRemember when everyone thought that fruit smoothies were healthy? To be fair, it's not that they were unhealthy (they did have real fruit in them, which is a good start), they just weren't as healthy as people tended to believe. The reason why was the extremely high number of calories and carbohydrates they contained. So, smoothies became a little less popular -- replaced, by some, by trendy coffee drinks from Starbucks and Seattle's Best. Buuuuut....people soon realized that those drinks had just as much sugar and calories as the smoothies, not to mention a whole lot more fat, too. From there, it seemed like everyone just decided to stick to bottled water. Like comedian George Carlin aptly pointed out in one of his bits, it was like all of a sudden everyone beca... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=819527 Thu, 23 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 819527 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=795104&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F13%2Fthe-best-fuel-for-your-workouts%2F Filed under: Diet, ExerciseIf you've just established a fitness routine, you might be wondering what you should be eating to fuel your workout. Should you have carbs for quick energy? Protein for endurance?Nothing? Forbes has the following suggestions: Start your day out with a light breakfast that low in fat and high in fibre with a bit of protein. Some bran flakes with fruit and fat-free milk is perfect. A smoothie is a great energizer for a cardio workout. Just make sure it doesn't have any refined sugars. Have a bit of protein mixed with carbs before lifting weights -- like peanut butter, almonds or string cheese An energy bar is a good on-the-go snack if you have no other options. Make sure it has less than 200 calories and more than 5 g of fiber A perfect pre-workout lunch... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=795104 Mon, 13 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 795104 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=783904&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F07%2Fcnn-names-heart-healthy-foods%2F Filed under: Diet, Prevention, NutritionNutrition can play a big part in your overall health, and that includes preventing heart disease. But the guidelines change frequently as research uncovers new clues as to how and why cardiovascular disease develops, so it can often be confusing deciding what and how much of certain nutrients you need. CNN hopes to shed some light on the subject with this article about foods that keep your ticker in top shape. They include: soluble fiber unsaturated fats omega-3 fatty acids alcohol soy While the first three won't surprise regular Cardio Blog readers, the last two may. One or two alcoholic drinks a day may help your heart, but going overboard won't, and experts say that if you don't drink, you don't really need to start and that other life... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=783904 Tue, 07 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 783904 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=733647&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F13%2Fsome-natural-solutions-for-high-blod-pressure%2F Filed under: Alternative therapies, Women Heart Health, Men Heart Health, Aging Heart HealthSometimes medication is necessary in order to get your blood pressure under control, but if you haven't reached that critical stage yet, there are some natural remedies that you can use to lower your blood pressure. So if you're serious about getting heart healthy, try these solutions from eDiets: Exercise: 30 minutes a day is all it takes ... so how about a walk this evening? Quit Smoking: Qutting's not easy, but it will make a world of difference Lower Salt Intake: Use a low-sodium salt alternative, or try cutting it out altogether Get More Fiber: Increasing your fibre intake doesn't have to mean eating cardboard-like cereal. Ask your doctor how to get more fibre Eat Dark Chocolate: Don... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=733647 Fri, 13 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 733647 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=707363&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F01%2Frecipe-for-healthy-living-roasted-brussel-sprouts%2F Filed under: Colon and Rectal Cancer, Prevention, All Cancers, Nutrition, Cancer prevention foods, Vitamins and nutrients, Recipe Healthy LivingBrussel sprouts contain good amounts of vitamin A, vitamin C, folic acid and dietary fiber. Moreover, they are believed to protect against colon cancer, due to their containing sinigrin. They contain three types of phyto's, all shown to have either protective qualities against cancer, or enzyme producing qualities that have been shown during research to fight cancer cells in different ways.When boiling foods they tend to lose some of the vitamins and nutrients into the water. So here is a roasted brussel sprout recipe that is very easy to prepare and the brussel sprouts keep their natural nutty flavor.Vicki's Roasted Brussel Sprouts1 lb Brussels sp... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=707363 Sun, 01 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 707363 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=644933&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F30%2Fcolorectal-cancer-risk-and-fiber-intake%2F Filed under: Colon and Rectal Cancer, Diets, Cancer prevention foodsEven though there has been much hype in recent years about the connection between dietary fiber intake to decrease the risk of colorectal cancer, results of a large study does not support such a link. The findings were reported in the May issue of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. The conclusion came after analyzing more that 291,000 men and 197,000 women ages 50 to 71 years. "Our study did not show any association between how much dietary fiber you eat and your risk of colorectal cancer" said the lead author of the study. However, the lead author did say that he found consumption of whole grain foods may lower the risk of developing the disease. Read | Permalink | Email this | Li... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=644933 Wed, 30 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 644933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=637981&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F24%2Ffdas-labelman-says-make-your-calories-count%2F Filed under: Prevention, Diets, Nutrition, Vitamins and nutrients, ServicesThe Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is making it easier for consumers to read food labels. With a quick stop at a website called Make Your Calories Count, we can all learn how to better decipher and truly understand the numbers we find printed on the back of food items. The FDA interactive site, featuring a cartoon character called Labelman, provides consumers with information related to healthful diets and calorie management. There are exercises, quizzes, and a training module available for download and printing. The program, which presents two nutrients that should be limited (saturated fat and sodium) and two that should be consumed in adequate amounts (fiber and calcium), may be just the resource we need in o... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=637981 Thu, 24 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 637981 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=623473&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F19%2Fcolorful-cancer-prevention%2F Filed under: Prevention, All Cancers, DietsThe brighter the fruits and veggies, the better they are at fighting cancer. It's the phytochemical compounds -- these give produce its color -- that help the immune system block cancer-causing substances from cycling through our bodies.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Produce for Better Health Foundation say we should eat nine to 11 servings of vegetables and fruits daily. Taking supplements is not enough -- we need the complex interplay of vitamins, minerals, and fiber.These are the colors we should include in our diet each day:Greens: Try artichokes, asparagus, peas, watercress, spinach, zucchini, kale, collard greens, turnip greens, romaine lettuce, and kiwi fruit.Blues & Purples: Grab some eggplant, purple onio... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=623473 Sat, 19 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 623473 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=612014&cid=t_101027_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F16%2Ffiber-may-fight-diabetes%2F Filed under: Type 2, Adult Onset, Diet, Lifestyle, Research, Products, SupportThe results of a new study show that those who consumed more fiber were less likely to develop type 2 diabetes than those who ate less fiber. The researchers note that consuming fiber may help with the body's ability to handle blood sugar. The pooled results of several studies showed that people who ate the most cereal fiber had a 33% lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes than those who ate the least. A study conducted at Harvard confirmed foods including whole grain breads, high-fiber cereals, yogurt, beans and peanut butter lessened the probability of developing diabetes by 28%. The miraculous benefits of fiber keeping adding up. Whether your motive is to reduce your risk of diabetes, lower cholesterol, ha... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=612014 Wed, 16 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 612014 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=540270&cid=t_101027_117_f&fid=34612&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thedoctorweighsin.com%2Fjournal%2F2007%2F4%2F12%2Fthis-and-that.html There are a bunch of little things I have wanted to share…but they are all pretty brief, really not enough to justify a “whole post.” So, I am now inaugurating a new, occasional TDWI post (you get to do that when you are “in charge”). This post will give me a chance to capture some great, but brief, unrelated ditties, for your reading pleasure. Many of these postlets have been sent to TDWI by readers who will be credited for enriching our collective reading experience.These posts will be called “This and That” or T&T, for short.Here is the first TDWI T&T post (enjoy):· Email from Skip McGinty: Why Ellen DeGeneris says she can’t quite get around to exercise: “I gotta work out. I keep saying it all the time. I keep saying ... The Doctor Weighs In blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=540270 Fri, 13 Apr 2007 03:55:00 +0100 540270 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=472067&cid=t_101027_123_f&fid=34781&url=http%3A%2F%2Fkidsdocmeg.blogspot.com%2F2007%2F02%2Fmy-new-best-friendand-worst-enemy.html Warning. If you don't want to read about my bowel patterns, you just might want to skip this post.Ok, so on the ww message boards, some of the women were talking about these new Fiber One cereal bars. Nine grams of fiber per bar people! Two weight watchers points! Chocolate!Ok, so the chocolate part hooked me. I bought a box last week. Ate one for breakfast. Thought, ye-ha, lots of fiber. Good stuff. Since this healthy eating stuff, well, let's just say that I'm not exactly regular anymore. I got through half the day just fine. My afternoon started at work, and I realized that I was really really really really feeling bloated. And had the worst gas cramps of my life. So. Fiber One bars. They work well. Really well. However, they need to come with the following warning label:Warning, this p... The World According to Megan blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=472067 Mon, 19 Feb 2007 23:57:00 +0100 472067