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 'fruit'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 01:51:24 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4853252&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F05%2F22%2Fthe-obamas-dont-diet-and-neither-should-you-its-a-lifestyle%2F My heart is full at this very moment. It’s not often that positive messages about healthy living get out there. It’s RARE that the word “DIET” is out there in a negative or neutral context. But that’s exactly what happens in this video with Sam Kass, White House Chef when he said “we don’t diet – it’s a lifestyle”. THANK YOU! It is so important for the public to hear dieting in a negative context. People equate healthy living to dieting. That is not the case. Changing your behaviors to eat more nutritious may feel like “dieting” because it is so new, but when you eat healthy, nourishing foods your body will naturally lose weight if you need to. People also equate “not dieting” to eating without any boundar... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4853252 Sun, 22 May 2011 02:23:38 +0100 4853252 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4693333&cid=t_101592_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2011%2F04%2F08%2Fthe-forbidden-fruit-in-relationships%2F A long-term, stable romantic relationship with a committed, caring partner has many psychological benefits, which we know from the oodles of psychological research published about them. So it’s a good thing to try and protect one’s relationship from external influences. One of the most difficult to recover from and damaging influences is cheating. If cheating will harm a relationship (and cheating appears to be one of the primary reasons cited in many, if not most, relationship breakups), what can be done to minimize it? After all, isn’t it human nature — and the nature of temptation — to constantly look for desirable alternatives? One of the ways people look to protect their long-term relationship is to simply remain inattentive to those alternatives. Researc... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4693333 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 17:30:13 +0100 4693333 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4245414&cid=t_101592_117_f&fid=38856&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.timemastermd.com%2F%3Fp%3D1586 Claudia Schiffer The bodacious German supermodel eats salad and steamed vegetables for dinner and eats only fruits before the afternoon. While on locations, she prefers to eat black grapes and drinks tomato juice and herbal tea.  Maybe the tomatoes are partially responsible for her amazing looks? Lycopene, which is what makes tomatoes red, is nature’s most powerful antioxidant; studies have shown that increased lycopene consumption can lead to decreased risks of heart disease as well as certain types of cancers, including breast, prostate, and colorectal and may also lower the amount of LDL or “bad” cholesterol.  No word on whether it makes your hair blond, curly, and sexy. Tomato juice can, however,  significantly increase the presence of cell-protecting antioxidants that help ... Timemaster MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4245414 Thu, 09 Dec 2010 05:13:12 +0100 4245414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4190305&cid=t_101592_117_f&fid=38856&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.timemastermd.com%2F%3Fp%3D876 WHERE’S THE BEEF? Erection Failure Is a Disaster! But, there are some natural ways to help prevent this conversation, and perhaps might allow a guy to use those handy blue Viagra Pills only as backup.  A recent study suggests that pomegranate juice might be a healthy way to improve erectile dysfunction. The purple-reddish colored fruit has more anti-oxidants than red wine, green tea or blueberries, and is thought to have excellent anti-aging properties, with benefits for everything from wrinkle- free glowing skin to better heart and circulatory health. Nearly half of  men (47%) who drank a glass of pomegranate juice a day reported they got better erections and had better sex.  Drinking concentrated POM liquid decreases a chemical reactant in the blood called carbonyl malondi... Timemaster MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4190305 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 22:12:22 +0100 4190305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4183582&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F11%2F19%2Famerica-fails-in-eating-fruits-and-vegetables%2F By: Elizabeth Jarrard The National Fruit and Vegetable Alliance (NFVA) recently released a report that showed in an average day, only 6 percent of individuals consume the recommended amount of vegetables and 8 percent the recommended amount of fruit. The US’s report card didn’t look to great, and even received a couple Fs. The societal cost of NOT eating fruits and vegetables: $56.2 billion (grew 9% each year over last 5 years), growing health care cost of treating diet-related diseases To put this in perspective, eight of the states with the lowest fruit and vegetable consumption are also in the top 10 states with the highest obesity rates.  William Dietz, M.D., Ph.D., director of CDC’s Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity said, “A diet high in fruits and... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4183582 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 19:14:16 +0100 4183582 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4031248&cid=t_101592_88_f&fid=38129&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2Flifeinthefastlane%2FWZHV%2F%7E3%2FLBVhXaIyf_M%2F With all the excitement building around the Utopian Waiting Room Conference in Molvania in the earlymost part of 2011, we thought it would be fun to share some of the traditional Molvanian recipes for our fondling members to try their hand at. First up is a nice simple recipe sent in by one of the Sir Huberts former mistresses: the MOLVANIAN CAKE OF FRUIT RECIPE (Source: Life in the Fast Lane) Life in the Fast Lane blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4031248 Mon, 04 Oct 2010 14:34:25 +0100 4031248 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4023151&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F10%2F01%2Ffruit-juice-health-or-hype%2F Every time we turn on the TV, listen to the radio, drive down the road, we are bombarded with advertising from food marketers proclaiming that their product is the secret to weight loss, longevity, and pleasure. With over 200 food choices to make every day it is difficult to sort through claims produced by food manufacturers to make the best choice for your health. Today we’ll tackle the issue of fruit juices: health or hype As part of its ongoing efforts to uncover over-hyped health claims in food advertising, the Federal Trade Commission has issued an administrative complaint charging the makers of POM Wonderful 100% Pomegranate Juice with making false and unsubstantiated claims that their products will prevent or treat heart disease, prostate cancer, and erectile dysfunction. David Vl... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4023151 Fri, 01 Oct 2010 08:29:13 +0100 4023151 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4003103&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2010%2F09%2Fsalads-at-wendys-have-changed.html No more Taco Salad, one of my favorites, or Mandarin Chicken Salad, my second favorite, now Wendy's has a new selection of salads...but they are quite good...and by the way, I'm not being paid anything to tell you that...it's just true!It makes me happy to see that so many "fast food" eateries now have salad selections...not just burgers like the one pictured to the left, and at least at present, Wendy's is my favorite...today after church we went out to lunch as usual and I enjoyed the new salad with a chicken breast, dried cranberries, sliced green apples and some feta and/or blue cheese. You are given a packet of Walnuts to top it with and some delicious Pomegranate dressing. Here's the link to Wendy's new salads.Thankfully, they still have their delicious Chili...but today, salad was j... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4003103 Mon, 27 Sep 2010 03:34:00 +0100 4003103 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3907604&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=39187&url=http%3A%2F%2Fgetbetterhealth.com%2Fcan-the-expiration-date-of-harvested-organs-be-extended%2F2010.08.26 Currently, once a donated organ has been harvested it only has a few hours on ice before it “expires.” Lengthening this time period would be an incredible breakthrough that would allow patients in a wider area to potentially receive a transplant and also it would reduce some of the insanity surrounding the time pressures of organ transplantation. One proposed method of extending an organ’s shelf life is to alter the internal cell biology to allow cells to live longer at lower temperatures. The State University of New Jersey Rutgers-Camden just received a $385,419 grant from the NIH to study an enzyme system, AMP phosphatase, and how it can potentially create cold-tolerant Drosophila. The enzyme was originally identified in ice worms as the key enzyme that allows them to s... Better Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3907604 Thu, 26 Aug 2010 12:00:26 +0100 3907604 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3772208&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2F6-things-you-didnt-know-you-could-do-with-your-placenta%2F We’ve already told you about all the fun things you didn’t know you could do with your uterus. But if you’re bored with those, and even if you’re moving on to that next stage in life, your time for fun hasn’t run out. If you’re about to become a Mom, you can say hello to placenta fun. In the olden days, our grandmothers only had one option when it came to their placentas: Push them out and get rid of ‘em. But today’s new moms have a plethora of placenta options. You can eat them, of course, but it turns out there are a number of other ways to take advantage of their nutritional (and decorative) benefits. Check out all the things you didn’t know you could do with your placenta, below*: 1. Make a placenta pizza or a placentaccino – If y... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3772208 Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:01:38 +0100 3772208 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3761477&cid=t_101592_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2010%2F07%2F16%2Fbest-of-our-blogs-july-16-2010%2F Summer is supposed to be about taking a dip in the pool, strolling alongside a lake, getting lost in a book, kicking off your shoes and soaking up the rays. Do you remember summers as a child? What happened to those carefree days? Seems like we’re all rushing around in a hurry and getting swept up in the hustle and bustle of day to day living. Even when we know what’s good for us, we still get wrapped up in doing versus having fun. I hold those summery memories like picking passion fruit, catching crayfish, and swimming with my cousins, close to me. And wonder why I don’t do more of it. I’m reminded of my first year as a graduate student. I took a course on stress management and was blissfully happy when I learned the entire quarter would be about relaxing and med... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3761477 Fri, 16 Jul 2010 13:05:39 +0100 3761477 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3710824&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F06%2F29%2Ffruit2o-docks-at-boston-harborfest-to-get-pledges-for-healthy-living%2F Hey Beantown residents… Are you without plans for the fourth of July? Boston Harborfest (www.bostonharborfest.com) in the Boston, Massachusetts City Hall Plaza could be just what you’re looking for! Running from the 2nd of July to the 5th, the event is free with over 200 events and Fruit2o will be there too. Between historical reenactments, tours, concerts, and Chowderfest, stop by the Fruit2o booth to sample some of the new Fruit2o Essentials flavors and make a pledge to be healthier with “small changes”. You may have heard me talk about making small behavior changes before on my interview with Fox 5 in D.C. and other interviews throughout the summer in my work with Fruit 2o. A small change is the best jump start to living healthier. Small changes can be anything fro... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3710824 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 14:48:48 +0100 3710824 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3676633&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2F10-things-we-want-to-do-this-weekend-5%2F We had a busy week, and now we’re ready to have a jam-packed weekend. Check out 10 things we want to do over the next few days: Bake a cake. What better way to celebrate the weekend than a perfectly summery cake. Make our bathrooms greener. No, we don’t mean the paint color. We’re getting excited about our new fancy low-flow showerheads. We might even start singing. Eat our fruit frozen. We’ll try anything to beat the heat. A smoothie and some frozen grapes for a Saturday afternoon snack sound amazing. Take a break from meat. Our weekend will be filled with leisurely meals crammed with vegetables and whole grains – we got enough meat and dairy this week. Tweet. The world must know every exciting thing we’re doing this weekend. And now that we can have... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3676633 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 21:50:49 +0100 3676633 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3662864&cid=t_101592_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2F3zUWFIJGmCc%2Fwhy-you-should-eat-fruit.php Mom, do I have to eat all of my fruit? What if I told you that you could never eat another piece of fruit for the rest of your life and still get all the nutrients required for healthy living? Your kids will be sending me their allowances if they’re old enough to read this because guess what... its true!  Don’t believe me?  Well read on to find out exactly how. Although the above claim may very well be true in the scientific world, putting those words to practice is a much harder feat than understanding the exact science behind it. For many people, eating a balanced diet rich in fruits and vegetables is nowhere near a reality. There are so many reasons and excuses people come up with to avoid eating the nutrient powerhouses that are fruits and vegetables. Of these excuses,... Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3662864 Mon, 14 Jun 2010 12:00:00 +0100 3662864 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3625797&cid=t_101592_160_f&fid=36189&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skinmdblog.com%2F143%2Fskin-peels-with-citric-malic-lactic-hydroxy-and-glycolic-acids%2F Skin peels are offered by spas, dermatologists and cosmetic surgeons.  A mild chemical peel can be purchased over the counter.  Here’s a look at the different ingredients and what they can do for you. Citric Acids Citric acids can be derived from any citrus fruit.  Limes, lemons, oranges and pineapples are commonly used in skincare products, especially daily cleansers. While the mild acids will not provide a significant improvement after a single application, when used on a daily basis they may provide a gradual improvement.  They work to break up excessive oil and dead skin cells, which is beneficial for whiteheads, blackheads and acne prevention. Lactic and Malic Acid Many of the over-the-counter exfoliants contain a combination of citric, lactic and malic acids.  Lactic acid may ... Skin MD blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3625797 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 13:40:45 +0100 3625797 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3566849&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F05%2F15%2Fd-c-air-show-saturday-may-15-2010-come-try-fruit-2-o-essentials%2F I’m super excited to be working with Fruit2O® on a campaign to educate women about the risks of diabetes — and ways they can prevent it. Even cooler, they are putting up some serious money for the cause! Fruit2O is working with the American Diabetes Association to help promote the fight to stop diabetes.  As part of its Small Changes>Lifelong Results™ campaign, the Fruit2O brand is asking consumers to pledge to make a small change in their life that will have a big impact on their health. For every “small change” pledged, they will donate $1 to the local American Diabetes Association chapter. Pretty cool, huh? Come see me and Stacy Capers (American Diabetes Association spokesperson and former Biggest Loser contestant) at the D.C. Air Show May 15. We will tell... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3566849 Sat, 15 May 2010 12:14:52 +0100 3566849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3283797&cid=t_101592_136_f&fid=39016&url=http%3A%2F%2Fturquoisegates.blogspot.com%2F2010%2F02%2Finside-lie-seeds.html I really should have taken a photo of the outside of this papaya, discovered fresh and quite obviously NOT preserved in any way chemically, at the Mexican grocery store in Eau Claire. Covered in mold, pock-marked with bruises and a hideous gray-green color, I had my doubts that anything lovely would be found within. Yet what that ugly shell held, protected and cloistered deep inside, was the most beautiful, soft orange fruit and glistening black seeds. I have felt a bit hideous myself over the past three weeks. Rent open by the ax that was the marriage conference, battered and bruised by day after day on my feet, poring my energy into food for 100 and trying to ignore the pain in myself, my husband, my children, I peered over the edge of my soul into the fissure there with some trepidation... Turquoise Gates blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3283797 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:18:00 +0100 3283797 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3189418&cid=t_101592_151_f&fid=35818&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FRecoveryIsSexycom%2F%7E3%2FvUyinbnaops%2F Healthy food Not smoking and other healthy habits may add years to your life A recent study indicates that you might add up to 14 years to your life by adopting four health habits: staying smoke-free, drinking moderately or not at all, eating more fruits and vegetables, and being physically active. “These results may provide further support for the idea that even small differences in lifestyle may make a big difference to health in the population and encourage behavior change,” noted the study’s authors. Each participant in the study received a health behavior score that included one point for each of the following: Being a non-smoker. Exercising for a half-hour daily or working in a non-sedentary job (such as being a nurse or plumber). Having blood levels of vitamin C... Recovery Is Sexy.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3189418 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 23:50:05 +0100 3189418 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2992868&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F11%2Fcranberry-sauce-charity-lens-gets-lotd.html My lens on Squidoo that was done for charity received the honor of "Lens of the Day" last week, it was wonderful because it meant that Squidoo sent $1000 to a charity of my choice. I support a few charities on Squidoo, in this case, the money went to Soldier's Angels.It was a wonderful thing to be able to do something fun, and at the same time help a great organization...especially meaningful coming just a few days before Veteran's Day, and supports our military overseas and their families.If you want to see the "lens", visit Cranberry Sauce - From Bog to Table for a healthy recipe, but the fun part was sharing how we acquired the ingredients from two of our favorite vacation spots:-)Site Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2992868 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 04:34:00 +0100 2992868 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2793150&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=38368&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDisruptiveWomenInHealthCare%2F%7E3%2FJIq6B9GXv5w%2F As I check Facebook before going to Program Planning for Health Behavior Change class, I can’t help but look at this pre-class behavior of mine in terms of some of the concepts I am learning in the classroom. We can keep in touch with all of our friends quickly and efficiently with the click of a button and thanks to the Internet, but on the whole we aren’t quite as compulsive about getting the recommended nutrition, exercise or health services upon which our livelihoods depend. Much blame has been put on individuals for not exercising, eating properly, or managing their chronic conditions, thus burdening the healthcare delivery system. Some ask, if we have tons of healthcare literature out there and people know what is the ‘right’ thing to do—eat 3-5 fruits and vegetables a day,... Disruptive Women in Health Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2793150 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:56:51 +0100 2793150 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2724839&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34595&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnhsblogdoc.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F08%2Ffruit-and-nuts.html Steve Ford, of Nursing Times, advises me that the health commissars in Essex have earmarked another large wedge of taxpayers’ money to provide salaries and tee-shirts for a group of bright young things to go out into the community to tell people to stop smoking, to stop drinking and to start eating bananas. The Essex commissars intend to "ensure that all parts of the community are reached".Excellent. This gives an opportunity for Dr Crippen to announce another NHS BLOG DOCTOR competition. Please write in not more than 800 words an account of the first meeting between one of these bright young things and either the Filthy Smoker or Mr & Mrs Kitchen. The competition is open to all, including the Filthy Smoker and the KitchensThe Filthy Smoker has of course been holding the fort for the... NHS Blog Doctor blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2724839 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 08:25:00 +0100 2724839 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2712332&cid=t_101592_137_f&fid=35426&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FTheAlzheimersReadingRoom%2F%7E3%2F7JhLArdtJKg%2Fcan-drinking-juice-delay-onset-of.html The answer appears to be, Yes.Researchers at the Group Health Center for Health Studies in Seattle, Washington following nearly 2,000 adults for 10 years found drinking fruit or vegetable juice cuts the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease.Study participants who drank juice three times per week reduced their Alzheimer's risk by 76 percent. Study participants who drank juice once or twice a week reduced their Alzheimer's risk by 16 percent."The theory is that the brain accumulates damage due to oxidation as we age, and if you can protect the brain from that damage you can protect the person from Alzheimer's disease and other causes of dementia," said Eric Larson, MD.According to Dr. Larson, juice is made using parts of the fruit with the highest concentration of natural antioxidants.Advic... Alzheimer's Reading Room, The blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2712332 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:35:17 +0100 2712332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2709420&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=36994&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition-news.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F08%2Fpesticides-in-your-peaches.html : Tribune and USDA studies find pesticides, some in excess of EPA rules, in the fragrant fruit -- chicagotribune.com: Yet more evidence supporting the logic in extra costs of Organic producePreliminary 2008 U.S. Department of Agriculture tests obtained by the Chicago Tribune show that more than 50 pesticide compounds showed up on domestic and imported peaches headed for U.S. stores. Five of the compounds exceeded the limits set by the Environmental Protection Agency, and six of the pesticide compounds present are not approved for use on peaches in the United States.These are the types of findings that have landed peaches on one environmental group's "Dirty Dozen" list -- 12 fruits and vegetables that retain the highest levels of pesticide residues -- and give many consumers pause as they s... Healthy Eating & Nutrition News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2709420 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:20:00 +0100 2709420 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2741079&cid=t_101592_139_f&fid=38879&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.twiv.tv%2Fnoagenda%2520every%2520flu%2520comes%2520out%2520of%2520asia%2520copy.mp3 Hosts: Vincent Racaniello, Dick Despommier, Alan Dove, and Jennifer Drahos In episode #44 of the podcast “This Week in Virology”, Vincent, Dick, Alan, and Jennifer Drahos consider Marburg virus in Egyptian fruit bats, bacterial citrus pathogen found in shipping facility, canine parvovirus in Michigan, Relenza-resistant influenza virus, new HIV from gorillas, and public engagement on H1N1 immunization program. Download TWiV #44 (54 MB .mp3, 78 minutes) Subscribe to TWiV in iTunes, by the RSS feed, or by email Links for this episode: Isolation of Marburg virus from Egyptian fruit bats Inspectors find bacterial citrus pathogen in California Parvovirus killing hundreds of dogs in Michigan Relenza-resistant H1N1 identified in Australia (press and journal article) New HIV from go... virology blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2741079 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 14:09:53 +0100 2741079 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2741081&cid=t_101592_139_f&fid=38879&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FVirologyBlog%2F%7E3%2FmJ6Piv78Dxk%2F Marburg virus has been isolated from Egyptian fruit bats (Rousettus aegyptiacus) living in Kitaka Cave, Uganda, demonstrating that bats are a natural reservoir of the virus. Marburg virus, the founding member of the Filoviridae, is an enveloped virus with a negative-strand RNA genome. Other members of the filovirus family are the five species of ebolavirus. Filoviruses are indigenous to Africa, but the animal reservoir for the virus has not been definitively identified. The first outbreaks of Marburg hemorrhagic fever took place in laboratories in Marburg, Frankfurt, and Belgrade in 1967. The virus was believed to originate from African green monkeys that were being used for laboratory research. However, these monkeys were trapped in regions of Uganda where fruit bats are common. Other e... virology blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2741081 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 13:00:20 +0100 2741081 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2653840&cid=t_101592_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FX_653taaP8w%2F A recent study shows that some drinks otherwise known to be healthy for us, can cause damage to our teeth. The acid in things like sports drinks and fruit juices can eventually strip the enamel. We already knew that things like soda and coffee can wreak havoc on our pearly whites as well. While I understand that health officials need to caution the public against dangers, I also think some of these studies go a bit too far. After all, what are we supposed to drink? Milk and water alone? The best bet is to use moderation in all we do. Image: sxc.hu. Share and Enjoy: Post from: Blisstree Fruit, Juice, and Tea Can Damage Teeth (Source: A Hearty Life) A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2653840 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 21:45:06 +0100 2653840 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2648989&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Fjuices-the-good-the-bad-and-the-ugly%2F I confess. I love juice. As someone who really can’t be bothered with peeling oranges,  slicing up mangos, or grating carrots, I find having a jug of juice in the fridge a matter of necessity. But, as usual, it turns out that what I think is good for me might not necessarily be so. According to this WebMD slideshow, there are three diverse sides to juice - the good, the bad, and the ugly - and how to spot the differences. The Good - Vegetable Juices which have far less sugar and fewer calories than fruit juices The Bad - Fruit juices might be the real deal full of vitamins and anti-oxidants but they are also naturally full of calories and sugars. The Ugly - anything labeled juice cocktail, juice-flavoured beverage or juice drink. Odds are they will only contain minor amounts of the real... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2648989 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:00:39 +0100 2648989 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2513594&cid=t_101592_180_f&fid=38613&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stevepavlina.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F06%2Fhow-to-make-a-raw-fruit-pie%2F Since December 2008 I’ve been attending monthly raw potlucks here in Las Vegas. Erin and I hosted one at our house a few months ago, and we’ll be hosting another one in August. Typically 20-25 people will attend (I’ve seen as many as 35), so these potlucks are a nice way to meet local raw food enthusiasts and to sample a variety of tasty items. At previous potlucks I’ve brought guacamole, nori rolls, and garlic “bread,” but by far the most popular item I’ve made was a raw fruit pie. I’ve brought raw pies to three potlucks, and I always brought home an empty pie plate. People always compliment me on how good they are. Raw fruit pies are very easy to make. Depending on what kind of fruit you use, it can take as little as 20 minutes from start t... Steve Pavlina's Personal Development Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2513594 Mon, 22 Jun 2009 12:00:34 +0100 2513594 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2442965&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2009%2F05%2Ffirst-watermelon-of-season.html Click the picture to visit more by this photographerToday I cut into my first watermelon of the season. If you were to speak to the produce department in the food store where I shop, you'd know that I'm extremely fussy about my produce, especially my watermelon! The moment of cutting into the first one is filled with a bit of excitement and anticipation...I know, it's just a watermelon, but not to me, I LOVE watermelon!Getting just the right watermelon can be a challenge. Here are a few things I do to make sure my watermelon is just right...on rare occasions, even after following all of my own rules, once in a while I get one that isn't all that good, but for the most part, these guidelines will help:Pick a firm watermelon, should not give at all if you press your fingers on it.Be suspicio... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2442965 Fri, 22 May 2009 19:50:00 +0100 2442965 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2424206&cid=t_101592_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F05%2F19%2Favatar-customization-increases-feelings-of-presence%2F Although it may be pretty obvious that allowing a user to customize their avatar would lead them to enjoy whatever service they’re using, new research confirms this conventional wisdom for children as well. (An avatar is simply a graphical representation of a person in a virtual or other online environment.) In a small study of 30 children ages 10 to 12, researchers found evidence to support their hypothesis that avatar customization (as opposed to being assigned an avatar, or choosing from a stock set of avatars) can affect both subjective feelings of presence and physiological indicators of emotions during their time playing a game: For game producers and sponsors, this means that creating more customizable games may make the experience more sympathetically arousing, which may in ... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2424206 Tue, 19 May 2009 10:27:10 +0100 2424206 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2415876&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=36994&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition-news.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F05%2F5-day-are-you-getting-enough.html 5 a Day Are you getting enough? Tibit's restaurant in Picadilly London launched a National Vegetarian Week campaign today to encourage people to get their 5 a day.Vegetarian model Juliet was transformed into Eve - an artistic 5 a day installation in tibit's window on Heddon street. Paparrazzi cameras clicked as Juliet took a bite from one of her 5 a day portions - a big juicy red apple that Adam would have been proud of.tibit's are on a mission to prove that plant foods can be indulgent and sexy and shake off the preconcieved ideas of vegetarian food that some long in the tooth city chefs still cling to.On thursday tibits plan to elabourate on this theme with a National Vegetarian Week breakfast event for journalists that showcases the top vegetarian products from around the UK. To be adde... Healthy Eating & Nutrition News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2415876 Mon, 18 May 2009 13:26:00 +0100 2415876 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2390221&cid=t_101592_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FyiXmvmMwVqY%2Fdole-fruit-bowls-in-sugar-free-gel-giveaway.php Hungry for a snack that can satisfy your sweet tooth but won't sacrifice your blood sugar?  We recently got a huge sample pack of Dole Fruit Bowls in Sugar-Free Gel and I have to admit that they're really tasty!  As you all know, I'm not a huge fan of artificial sweeteners, and these don't have any.  They're sweetened with maltitol, a corn-based natural sweetener.  There's no additives and no artificial... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2390221 Tue, 05 May 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2390221 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2381046&cid=t_101592_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FASsCW_VUCaQ%2F7-low-carb-breakfast-ideas.php In the months leading up to our wedding (almost 2 years ago!), I was on a low carb diet.  I ate around 55-80 grams of carbohydrates per day and dropped weight faster than I could have imagined.  Now, I'm not a big person by any means, but these recipes are enough to satisfy even the biggest appetite.Bacon and eggs.  Sure, this one's a classic.  But there's a reason that it's... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2381046 Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2381046 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2354018&cid=t_101592_134_f&fid=35187&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FDiabetesDaily%2F%7E3%2FtTbHXGUJBo8%2Fin-season-now-strawberries.php The fragrantly sweet juiciness and deep red color of strawberries can brighten up both the taste and aesthetics of any meal; it is no wonder they are the most popular berry in the world. Although strawberries have become increasingly available year-round, they are at the peak of their season from April through July when they are the most delicious and most abundant.While there are more than 600 varieties of strawberries... (Source: Diabetes Daily) Diabetes Daily blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2354018 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 12:00:00 +0100 2354018 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2347893&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.blisstree.com%2Fhealthbolt%2Freally-strange-health-foods%2F Last month Dr Manny from Fox News enlisted the help of Chris Kilham (aka the Medicine Hunter) and went on a culinary quest to find some really strange health foods. His first port of call was an ice cream factory in New York City’s Chinatown to sample dorian ice cream. Dorian, a fruit that’s has been cultivated in southeast Asia since prehistoric times, is loved by many Asian communities. It’s odd appearance (think football with spikes) and abhorent rotten garbage smell, though, has prevented the fruit from become popular in the western world. One look at Dr Manny’s face when he was trying this and it’s pretty obvious that the ice cream doesn’t kill the smell. As for it’s health benefits, apparently it is thought to act as an aphrodisiac!!! The n... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2347893 Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:28:39 +0100 2347893 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2318540&cid=t_101592_117_f&fid=34808&url=http%3A%2F%2Fthebeautybrains.com%2F2009%2F04%2F09%2Fare-super-fruits-good-for-your-skin%2F Volcom wants to know…In the midst of the new antioxidant craze I have noticed the touting of several “exotic” tropical fruits for their exceptionally high antioxidant content. It seems like some people are on a mission to find the world’s antioxidant super fruit. Naturally, these “super fruits” are crossing over into out skincare products. For example, DHC features lines based on both the Acerola and Camu Camu fruits. These key ingredients are supposed to help brighten and even whiten your skin! Can a product containing a fruit with a high antioxidant content help whiten or brighten aging, sun damaged skin? The Left Brain responds: Before explaining about antioxidant effect on skin, let me explain a bit about super fruits. What is a super fruit? Accord... thebeautybrains.com blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2318540 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 06:01:53 +0100 2318540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2313540&cid=t_101592_109_f&fid=34750&url=http%3A%2F%2Fpsychcentral.com%2Fblog%2Farchives%2F2009%2F04%2F07%2Fnext-up-nonprofits-and-pharmaceutical-funding%2F Well, if you’ve been involved in the mental health field for any amount of time, you knew it was only a matter of time. U.S. Senator Charles Grassley first focused on the low-hanging fruit — researchers with unreported conflicts of interest (usually unreported money) from pharmaceutical companies, the same companies they conducted drug research for. Now he’s examining nonprofits in mental health, and first up is the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI). Senator Grassley has made clear that this isn’t a witch-hunt as much as a desire to get to the bottom of how the pharmaceutical industry funds its practices that makes it products so popular and widespread. It’s not about receiving money from pharmaceutical companies per se’, but rather being upfro... World of Psychology blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2313540 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 11:22:04 +0100 2313540 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2329689&cid=t_101592_146_f&fid=38266&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsleepeducation.blogspot.com%2F2009%2F04%2Fsleep-memory-lessons-from-fruit-flies.html Two new studies in the journal Science use fruit flies to examine the link between sleep and memory.One study shows that the connections between nerve cells in the brain increase during the day. Then these “synapses” decline during sleep. This reduction of synapses is prevented by sleep deprivation.This suggests that sleep may “prune” less important connections. This may create space for the brain to store more important memories.Author Paul Shaw said in a statement that these results have practical implications.“These data suggest the best thing you can do to make sure you stay sharp…is to make getting enough sleep a top priority," he said.Another study used three-dimensional photos to look at protein levels in the brains of fruit flies. It focused on proteins that carry messa... Sleep Education blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2329689 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 16:37:00 +0100 2329689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2216900&cid=t_101592_111_f&fid=36048&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAHeartyLife%2F%7E3%2FnWJvSrbc9JI%2F When Dr. Melina Jampolis diet and fitness expert was ask the question, “are dried fruits equal to fresh fruit”? Her answer, she was not a big fan of dried fruit because they are higher in calories due to added sugar and fats. When fruit has been dried we also lose some of the nutrients. When the water is taken out of the dried fruit we tend to think that the portions are smaller so therefore we can eat more. Actually when eating fresh fruit we can control the amounts we eat with greater ease. With obesity at epidemic levels we need to lower our calories as often as possible, while making healthy choices. A book that you may find interesting that will help you in finding tasty alternatives to fattening foods is “The Super Foods RX Diet.” In the book you will find healthy foods and f... A Hearty Life blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2216900 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:00:00 +0100 2216900 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2132734&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2009%2F01%2F15%2Fproduce-and-pestacides-ones-to-eat-ones-to-watch%2F The Environment Working Groups Guide is now in its 5th edition. It features the 12 fruits and veggies with the most and least pesticides so you’ll know which ones to buy organic, and which conventionally-grown ones are okay when organic isn’t available. You can get your own copy of a printer friendly version by visiting the Environmental Working Group’s website. Lowest in Pesticides (ones to buy) Onions Avocado Sweet Corn (Frozen) Pineapples Mango Sweet Peas (Frozen) Asparagus Kiwi Bananas Cabbage Broccoli Eggplant Highest in Pesticides (ones to watch) Peaches Apples Sweet Bell Peppers Celery Nectarines Strawberries Cherries Lettuce Grapes (Imported) Pears Spinach Potatoes The Full List: 43 Fruits & Veggies Note: The Environmental Working Group ranked a total of ... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2132734 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 15:22:32 +0100 2132734 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1862871&cid=t_101592_136_f&fid=35302&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FWhitePebble%2F%7E3%2F413954427%2F First of all, I must congratulate Other Patti for writing down my official 2000th comment yesterday! As a celebration, I don’t know what she will do, but I’m going out to get more sushi at lunchtime. I slept late this morning, so Buck has gone out to find me some fruit (yes, I know I can change the time zone settings on my blog, but the thing is, as Ruben hinted at a bunch of posts ago, I forget to change the time zone back). Fruit is the one thing I crave that doesn’t (necessarily) have added sugar in it. What I find truly amazing is the sheer amount and variety of foodstuffs that have added sugar in them. I am haphazardly still trying to follow the advice in my new favorite book, “Anticancer: A New Way of Life” (David Servan-Schreiber). Yes, I like it very m... white pebble blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1862871 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 16:21:37 +0100 1862871 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1833308&cid=t_101592_136_f&fid=35302&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FWhitePebble%2F%7E3%2F402861344%2F When I entitled my last post “Now reading,” I meant it especially much. I am still reading it, almost exclusively out of the pile of my current reading. What the Anticancer book giving me is a plan of living, post cancer, so as to minimize the possibility of a relapse. As Gail said in her response a bit further down, on “Cancer myths, and recovering,” this fear never really leaves one. It’s always somewhere in your head, buried, it is to be hoped, under many happier thoughts. What I am doing: haven’t had meat since Tuesday (or was it Monday?), giving up sugar for agave nectar (delicious as honey or sugar, but with much lower glycemic index), trying to eat more plain fresh fruit and dried figs. One can have real sugar, etc, but only as an occasional treat... white pebble blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1833308 Thu, 25 Sep 2008 14:42:53 +0100 1833308 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1802768&cid=t_101592_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F5Kb-he4Y444%2F My son Charlie has, for most of his life, been a hands-down good eater. As a baby, while he did have more than a few gross motor delays), he had no difficulty learning to nurse. We’re not always or, indeed, often sure about what Charlie might be thinking due to his limited language, but we’ve generally been able to assume that he’s ever ready to eat. And then, this summer—-amid various other changes—a most curious thing happened. Charlie (who is definitely an adolescent) must be in the throes of a growth spurt. He’s needed new shoes after only a few months and shirts that seemed loose and baggy now are just the right length. He’s gotten decidedly lanky and lean. And he’s been eating less than he usually has, and left fries and burgers uneaten... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1802768 Thu, 18 Sep 2008 07:38:37 +0100 1802768 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1735760&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F08%2F26%2Fparents-influence-children-eating%2F Parents are one of the greatest influences on their children’s eating habits. This has been confirmed in a new study published this summer. According to researchers at Washington University in St. Louis parents who providing fruits for snacks and serving vegetables at dinner can shape a preschooler’s eating patterns for his or her lifetime. Researcher Debra Haire-Joshu, Ph.D., a professor at the George Warren Brown School of Social Work found when parents eat more fruits and vegetables, so do their children. On the other hand, when parents eat and give their children high fat snacks or soft drinks, children learn these eating patterns instead. I firmly believe if we teach our children how to make healthy choices, about good health, nutrition and being active; these will help th... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1735760 Tue, 26 Aug 2008 23:01:58 +0100 1735760 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1547425&cid=t_101592_107_f&fid=36585&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FHighlightHEALTH%2F%7E3%2F320251593%2F This article was published on Highlight HEALTH. Related articlesOverweight Kids and TV: An Advertising EpidemicQuercetinCancer PreventionHealth Highlights - June 9th, 2008Health Highlights - May 6th, 2008 (Source: Highlight HEALTH) Highlight HEALTH blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1547425 Thu, 26 Jun 2008 05:08:51 +0100 1547425 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1501501&cid=t_101592_109_f&fid=35677&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FBrainBasedBusiness%2F%7E3%2F307174033%2Ffruit_fly_robots_with_humanlik.html Next time you consider benefits that could come from becoming a fly on the wall … toss in robot flies that yield secrets about the human brain. How so? An international contingent of research experts is meeting this week to create a  "virtual fly brain" as a way to understand more about how human brains work. Neuroscientists, biologists and computer experts are currently gathering in Edinburgh to look into possibilities for simulating the brain of drosophila fruit flies. Why create a robot from this species?Apparently, this  fruit fly possesses about 100, 000 neurons. Within a rather simple brain ... the fruit fly manages complex behavior, including a unique capability to learn.J Douglas Armstrong, at Edinburgh University's Centre for Bioi... BrainBasedBusiness blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1501501 Sun, 08 Jun 2008 06:11:37 +0100 1501501 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1478044&cid=t_101592_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F300645619%2F The miracle fruit is, according to yesterday’s New York Times (or rather, last year’s Wall Street Journal), a red berry—-Synsepalum dulcificum—that makes sour foods taste sweet. The cause? Miraculin, ” a protein ….which binds with the taste buds and acts as a sweetness inducer when it comes in contact with acids.” Imagine the possibilities for the parent of the pronounced neophobe, or of a mother trying to sweeten up the cod liver oil……. Tags: asd, asperger, autism, autism blog cod liver oil, diet, food, food blog, miracle fruit, new york times, nutrition, pdd-nos, Science, sour, sweet, wall street journalShare This (Source: Autism Vox) Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1478044 Thu, 29 May 2008 16:21:33 +0100 1478044 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1458439&cid=t_101592_125_f&fid=34819&url=http%3A%2F%2Fflapsblog.com%2F%3Fp%3D7018 Yes, they can. It was claimed last week that the fruit drinks could be twice as healthy as first thought. But dentists warn that the beneficial effects of boosting consumption of fruit are likely to be far outweighed by damage the drinks cause to teeth. They warn that the high levels of sugar in the drinks can promote decay without good dental hygiene. Flap has been amazed at the lack of educational awareness of deleterious effects of sugar and citric acid on the teeth of children AND adults. Yet, folks continue to distribute these tooth rotting drinks and warrant them as healthy. Amazing. Be true to your teeth (watch the sugar, practice good dental hygiene, see the dentist) or they will be FALSE to you. (Source: FullosseousFlap's Dental Blog) FullosseousFlap's Dental Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1458439 Wed, 21 May 2008 14:54:57 +0100 1458439 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1432575&cid=t_101592_134_f&fid=35152&url=http%3A%2F%2Fsstrumello.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F05%2Fanother-argument-for-conservation-of.html New research continues to demonstrate that our creator, science or evolution (depending on your perspective, naturally) knew what it was doing when it came to insulin. The hormone works almost the same way in all animal life, and differs very little between species. In fact, very recently, scientists at The Salk Institute in San Diego have managed to prove that the humble fruitfly also relies on the same insulin-regulated molecular pathway to maintain its energy balance. The journal Cell Metabolism recently documented this discovery:Biao Wang, Jason Goode, Jennifer Best, Jodi Meltzer, Pablo E. Schilman, Jian Chen, Dan Garza, John B. Thomas, and Marc Montminy; "The Insulin-Regulated CREB Coactivator TORC Promotes Stress Resistance in Drosophila"; Cell Metabolism, Vol 7, 434-444, 07 May 2008... Scott's Web Log blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1432575 Fri, 09 May 2008 15:10:00 +0100 1432575 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1429346&cid=t_101592_151_f&fid=35793&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thejunkyswife.com%2F2008%2F05%2Flittle-watermelon.html "This little watermelon keeps making me cry," I told him."Why?""I always want to share all my fruit with you, and this little watermelon is exciting, and I think about the next exciting fruit that you won't be here to eat with me."He picked up the watermelon and tossed it around. "I wish you were a boy and we could throw this watermelon around. Let's go outside and break it." (Source: Heroin Addiction Codependence) Heroin Addiction Codependence blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1429346 Thu, 08 May 2008 18:44:00 +0100 1429346 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1715301&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F04%2F19%2Fcredit-for-header-source%2F The graphic for this blog header and the Blog Avatar (the Kiwi) were adapted and inspired from an incredible image by Meliha Gojak called Slice. Using “Slice” I was able to create very appropriate and appealing graphics for a Nutrition course. Image Source: Meliha Gojak. Slice. Royalty Free Use. Authored by drdyer. Hosted by Edublogs. (Source: Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50) Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1715301 Sat, 19 Apr 2008 22:18:52 +0100 1715301 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455554&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F03%2Ffriday-commentary-lemons-kidneys.html I suppose I should be posting a commentary on an article I read this week, or something that I saw on the news, but it's been a busy week!I will, however, comment that I have posted something to my HerBulletin blog related to nutrition. There are a few posts on Kidney Health and among the helpful foods for the Kidneys, there is lemon. Please take some time to stop by and see for yourself, and come back here tomorrow for a delicious recipe!Site Feed (Source: Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets) Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455554 Sat, 29 Mar 2008 01:54:00 +0100 1455554 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1455330&cid=t_101592_167_f&fid=36994&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition-news.blogspot.com%2F2008%2F01%2Fuk-top-10-fruit-and-veg.html BRITS SAY CHIPS BUT NO PEAS PLEASE, SURVEY REVEALS : A survey by the Health Food Manufacturers Association has revealed only 14% of UK adults eat the recommended 5 fruit and vegetables per day and most people (66%) mistakenly believe potatoes can count as one portion towards the daily count of five fruit and veg per day.Nutritionist, London, Yvonne Bishop-Weston from London Nutritionists Foods for Life says " The 5 a day figure is already artificially low to appear more achievable. The actual consumption to attain optimal health should be more like 3 fruit and 5 vegetables per day. Healthy eaters should also aim for a variety of colours"The survey also revealed that it's no longer an apple thought to keeps the Doctor away. It's bananas that now appear to be the nation's favourite fruit. He... Healthy Eating & Nutrition News blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1455330 Wed, 30 Jan 2008 16:23:00 +0100 1455330 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1179273&cid=t_101592_136_f&fid=35302&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FWhitePebble%2F%7E3%2F223334981%2F Copyright © 2008 Patti. Visit the original article at http://www.white-pebble.net/?p=4028.I just found this interesting tidbit in my evening browse. Interestingly enough, this summer, as my recuperation went along, I ate bowls of any kind of berry, constantly. Grapes too… bunches of those. Via The Cancer Blog According to a new study led by Dr. Gary Stoner, black raspberries may be effective against preventing the development of esophageal tumors. Powered by ScribeFire. ShareThis (Source: white pebble) white pebble blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1179273 Sat, 26 Jan 2008 05:24:22 +0100 1179273 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1162586&cid=t_101592_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F219353649%2F AlzheimersNotes.com  When Alzheimer’s patients no longer can feed themselves by using utensils, try some finger foods.  I found that Mother still could pick up bite size pieces and realize they should go into her mouth.  (We just had to be careful the items she was picking up were edibles.) As I read Kendra James’ post at Diabetes Notes today, Fruit Kabobs Were The Highlight of My Day, I recalled the appeal of finger foods for Mother when she had Alzheimer’s.  Kendra tells of the fruit kabobs she had for lunch. Fruit and cheese kabobs that my 7 year old made. They were really good, just chunks of cheese and berries, bananas, apples and grapes on a bamboo stick. She had fun making them too!    It made me hungry reading about them. What can you think about for yo... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1162586 Sat, 19 Jan 2008 12:01:26 +0100 1162586 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=966603&cid=t_101592_107_f&fid=36585&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FHighlightHealth%2F%7E3%2F165036461%2F This article was published on Highlight HEALTH. (Source: Highlight HEALTH) Highlight HEALTH blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=966603 Thu, 04 Oct 2007 04:14:56 +0100 966603 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=850134&cid=t_101592_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F153500256%2F Recent research studies have noted that “mutant mice with an autism gene display striking learning and memory skills mirroring those seen in human ’savants’”; the September 6th Science Daily further suggests that a mouse model of autism spectrum disorders has been developed: Mice with this mutation show a similar type of social impairment and cognitive enhancement as the type seen in some people with autism spectrum disorders (ASDs). ASDs are enigmatic cognitive disorders that impair a patient’s social interactions, but do not necessarily limit their intelligence. The scientists said the mice they developed may represent an important advance in modeling autism spectrum disorders in mice and offer researchers a new tool for understanding how specific defects in... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=850134 Fri, 07 Sep 2007 16:02:42 +0100 850134 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=835443&cid=t_101592_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=833389&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F31%2Fthought-for-the-day-sit-down-and-eat-a-family-meal-of-fruit%2F Filed under: Thought for the DayI'm a huge believer in the power of foods to battle the ravages of cancer among other things. In a household I know of that contains a cancer survivor, the family gets together one time a week to have dinner around the dinner table. Sounds typical, right?The only difference here is that everyone must eat several pieces of fresh fruit for dinner. No vegetables (those come on a different night) and no drinks besides water. Just fruit.Amazingly, the kids in this family acclimated to the one-fruit-night pretty fast, and now they actually enjoy it. I thought it was a rather unique way to express the importance of fresh fruits on one's diet. After all, many believe that blueberries are one of the most potent anti-cancer foods there is. Why not get in the habit of ... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=833389 Fri, 31 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 833389 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=825409&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F28%2Fthe-secret-to-weight-loss%2F Filed under: Diets, Exercise, NutritionLet's face it, there is no "secret" to losing weight. It's simple -- bank less calories than you spend and the weight will come off. You don't need to take pills or buy into the latest diet craze. Common sense is all you need.I spoke with my oncologist the other day about my own weight loss -- I have lost nearly 14 pounds since the beginning of May, thanks to a no-sweets, low-sugar, low-fat, water-only diet with an emphasis on high fruit and veggie intake. Now this is no temporary diet. This is for life. My goal was never to lose a bunch of weight and then go back to eating junk -- I just wanted to shed a few cancer treatment-induced pounds while embracing a brand new healthy lifestyle.My doctor was proud of my progress and shared his too -- he's lost... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=825409 Tue, 28 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 825409 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=795104&cid=t_101592_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=795100&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F08%2F13%2Ffree-fruit-friday-in-australian-schools%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Childhood, Adult Onset, Diet, Lifestyle, Research, Exercise Australia has big hopes for an $11 million dollar plan to provide high-quality fruits and vegetables to school kids. Targeting Victorian government school students, the first stage of Free Fruit Friday includes 35,000 prep to grade two students across 300 schools. Australia has its own problems with rising obesity and diabetes, and this fiber-loaded funding is more than just good stuff on Fridays. Premier John Brumby stated the Victorian plan is more comprehensive than a UK free fruit program that resulted in limited impact, per a published study last month in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health. Brumby explained Free Fruit Friday is part of a broader strategy, pairing with other programs ... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=795100 Mon, 13 Aug 2007 04:00:00 +0100 795100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=764993&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F29%2Fmediterranean-diet-beneficial-for-diabetics%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Diet, Lifestyle, ResearchI was intrigued by a recent Swedish study reporting that people on a so-called "Stone Age" diet had more stable blood sugar levels than those on a Mediterranean diet. An intriguing claim, because it's so often said that Mediterranean-style eating is super-healthful. Let's also admit it is a delicious way to eat: yes, pasta and bread is there, but it's balanced out by tons of fresh fruits, vegetables, fish and olive oil. The Stone Age way is a bit more spare: we're talkin' meat, fish, and lots of whole grains, berries and nuts. Nary a sliver of Parmesan in sight.However, the results of yet another study, this time from Australia, indicates Mediterranean-style eating is a good choice, especially for diabetics. Researchers from the Univers... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=764993 Sun, 29 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 764993 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=760481&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F26%2Fpomegranate-our-miracle-heart-cure%2F Filed under: Diet, PreventionIt's something you don't often eat but you probably should because it's chalk-full of antioxidants and other healthy good stuff: Pomegranates. The fruit benefits your cardiovascular system, and also has been shown to help with Alzheimer's, cancer and even erectile dysfunction. And it's a better source of flavonoids than red wine, green tea or blueberry juice. And the best news is, you don't have to buy that expensive juice at the supermarket -- chances are you can grow pomegranates in your backyard. It's a fairly low-maintenance plant. To learn more about the pomegranate, check out Wikipedia.Read | Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments (Source: The Cardio Blog) The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=760481 Thu, 26 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 760481 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=755624&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34867&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thediabetesblog.com%2F2007%2F07%2F24%2Flow-sugar-watermelons-a-guilt-free-treat%2F Filed under: Type 1, Type 2, Diet, Daily News, ProductsThe low-sugar watermelon is creating a big buzz in the news right now. The watermelon, developed by plant breeders at the US Department of Agriculture, contains less than half the sugar of regular melons. It may fit the bill perfectly for diabetics who crave a generous helping of that luscious summer treat. Brilliantly, beneficial concentrations of vitamin A, potassium and the antioxidant lycopene stay the same in the low-cal version. Don't rush to the local supermarket looking for it though: the seeds have only just become available to melon growers, so mature fruits has not yet hit the market.The beauty of the low-cal melon is that it's all-natural. Okay, okay. It took some genetic engineering to get there. Still, noshing on a big st... The Diabetes Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=755624 Tue, 24 Jul 2007 04:00:00 +0100 755624 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=735120&cid=t_101592_137_f&fid=35357&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAlzheimersNotes%2F%7E3%2F133816070%2F Remember the saying ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’. Well, it might not be the only thing it keeps away. Studies in the past few years have been looking into whether consuming apples helps reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease. In 2005 researchers at Cornell University determined that the potent compounds in apples appear to ‘…protect the brain from damage and may even help to ward off Alzheimer’s disease’. (An Apple a Day for Alzheimer’s) In 2006 research at the University of Masschusetts Lowell found that ‘…apple juice consumption may actually increase the production in the brain of the essential neurotransmitter acetycholine, resulting in improved memory’. (UMass Lowell research shows benefits of apple juice on ne... Alzheimer's Notes blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=735120 Sun, 15 Jul 2007 03:34:45 +0100 735120 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=650895&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F06%2F01%2Frecipe-healthy-living-fruit-and-nut-bars%2F Filed under: Nutrition, Recipe Healthy LivingI haven't yet made these Fruit and Nut Bars, but I managed to consume several of them during my stay at Canyon Ranch in Tucson, Arizona. Besides bowls of apples, oranges, and bananas provided at every location at the Ranch, guests of this health and healing destination can request additional healthy snacks at dining areas. Of everything offered, this was my favorite. Ingredients1/2 cup chopped pecans, lightly toasted1/2 cup chopped almonds, lightly toasted3/4 cup honey2 3/4 cups rolled oats1/2 cup dried cranberries3/4 cup dried chopped apples1/2 cup raisins1/2 cup sliced dates, about 10 medium1 teaspoon cinnamonInstructions Preheat oven to 325º. Lightly coat a 9 x 13 x 1/2-inch baking sheet with canola oil. Spread nuts on baking sheet an... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=650895 Fri, 01 Jun 2007 04:00:00 +0100 650895 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=637975&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F25%2Fthought-for-the-day-always-buy-fruit-when-shopping%2F Filed under: Thought for the DayWhen you go grocery shopping, do you mainly buy frozen and processed foods? While I've studied the effects of modern (western) nutrition on various types of cancer, I'm a big believer in consuming fresh fruits every day just based on all the cancer-fighting nutrients many fruits possess inside. Plus, fruits taste so darn good.Think about this:Resveratrol (in grapes) and vitamins and minerals (in most fruits) are great for human health and from an antioxidant perspective, they assist in getting certain potential maladies wiped out inside the body -- before cancer can get a grip.Although vegetables are every bit as good as fruits from this point of view, many people are not heavy vegetable eaters due to the lack of taste. One thing is for sure, though: there i... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=637975 Fri, 25 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 637975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=629135&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34866&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecardioblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F21%2Fsome-things-are-sweet-but-not-sinful%2F Filed under: Diet, NutritionWe all know that for the sake of our health, we have to lay off the desserts. But that's easier said than done for a sweettooth like myself. I pretty much always crave something sweet after dinner ... blame my mother for always having some sort of dessert on the go. But you can eat well and get your fix of sweet stuff -- AOL has these suggestions of sweet things that aren't loaded with fat and at under 100 calories or less each, won't hurt your waistline either. As for me, my favourite dessert is some yummy fruit -- mango is my absolute favourite -- or some chocolate, in small proportions of course. Dark chocolate is particularly healthy, and chalk-full or antioxidants.What are your favourite sweet and healthy treats?Read | Permalink | Email ... The Cardio Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=629135 Mon, 21 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 629135 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=583193&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F05%2F01%2Fso-long-sweet-things%2F Filed under: Prevention, All Cancers, Diets, Cancer SurvivorsI've passed the two-year breast cancer survival mark and finally, I'm making a major life change. Why has it taken me so long? I'm not sure. I guess the time is right and it never was before. There's no reason to dwell on what I could have done sooner. What matters is that I'm taking charge right now.First it was soda. I totally eliminated it from my diet. It wasn't such a big hurdle, though, because it was never much of a habit. But sweets -- another story entirely.I love -- or shall I say loved -- sweets. Brownies, especially the gooey variety, were my favorite sugary treat. My oldest child loves them too and together, we would occasionally mix up a batch, wait impatiently while they baked, and then scarf down the whole pan.The... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=583193 Tue, 01 May 2007 04:00:00 +0100 583193 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=485332&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F03%2F20%2Frecipe-for-healthy-living-spinach-and-fruit-salad%2F Filed under: Prevention, All Cancers, Diets, Nutrition, Cancer prevention foods, Vitamins and nutrients, Recipe Healthy LivingCalorie for calorie, leafy green vegetables like spinach with its delicate texture and jade green color provide more nutrients and vitamins than any other food. Spinach carotenoid combats cancer. Here is a healthy spinach salad good enough for any lunch main course. Vicki's Spinach Salad with Fruit.Fresh baby spinach leaves1 carrot thinly sliced1 celery stalk thinly sliced1/2 red onion thinly sliced1 cup grape tomatoes1/2 cup craisins (dried cranberries)1/2 cup chopped fresh apple1/2 cup chopped fresh pear1/2 cup slivered almonds2 hard boiled eggs sliced6 strips crispy cooked bacon crumbledVicki's Dijon Mustard Vinaigrette1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil3 tablespoons ... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=485332 Tue, 20 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 485332 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=478720&cid=t_101592_87_f&fid=34865&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.thecancerblog.com%2F2007%2F03%2F17%2Fthought-for-the-day-how-about-a-purple-pick-me-up%2F Filed under: All Cancers, Research, Diets, Nutrition, Vitamins and nutrients, Daily newsThe results may not be immediate but a recent study indicates that purple grape juice has long-term health benefits and can help combat major illnesses, like heart disease and cancer.A study at Glasgow University measured levels of antioxidants -- thought to have a protective effect against cancer -- in a range of popular juice drinks. Purple concord grape juice came out on top, with the highest levels and range of antioxidants. Incidentally, this juice has the same level of these compounds as Beaujolais red wine.It's recommended that we add a glass of grape juice to our daily diet and count it as one of our five daily fruits and vegetables.Researchers caution, though, that studying antioxidants in the ... The Cancer Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=478720 Sat, 17 Mar 2007 04:00:00 +0100 478720