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 'health diet'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:22:53 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=5158966&cid=t_374140_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fbaby%2F2011%2F08%2Fusda-unveils-improvements-to-school-lunch-program.html Your children will have healthier choices for lunch at school thanks to changes to the school lunch program. Starting this fall there will be more fruits and vegetables, less sodium, leaner meats, reduced fat dairy products and whole grains on the menu, according to a recent announcement from the United States Department of Agriculture. “These are the first changes in 15 years”, said USDA Under Secretary Kevin Concannon. “This is a rare opportunity to make changes in 101,000 American schools in all states and territories. This is the most significant change in the history of the school lunch program.” Children may be offered fresh fruit cups, for example, instead of sugary desserts, roasted or baked chicken rather than deep fried, and they’ll be offered whol... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=5158966 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:00:00 +0100 5158966 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4862532&cid=t_374140_87_f&fid=38113&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnews.consumerreports.org%2Fbaby%2F2011%2F05%2Fprobiotics-for-kidsworth-it.html Baffled by the bewildering array of foods and drinks that prominently feature probiotics on the label? Wonder if you should be giving these to your baby or young child? You’re not alone. Food marketers promote probiotics, those beneficial bacteria that live in the intestines, where they can ease digestive woes and possibly strengthen immune systems, in everything from infant formula to yogurts specifically targeted to children. “We’re constantly being bombarded by magazines and TV,” said Dan Thomas, M.D., the lead author on a clinical report from the American Academy of Pediatrics, AAP, on probiotics and prebiotics in pediatrics. “We wrote this to tell pediatricians what is known. Pediatricians are being bombarded by the industry. As a medical community, the... Consumer Reports Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4862532 Tue, 24 May 2011 21:53:00 +0100 4862532 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4183582&cid=t_374140_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=4172344&cid=t_374140_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F11%2F16%2Fpcos%2F Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is the most common female hormonal disorder, affecting approximately 5%-10% of all females. PCOS is a hormonal disorder that involves multiple tissues and organ systems within the body, and is believed to be fundamentally caused by insensitivity to the hormone insulin Diet and Nutrition play a large role in treatment of this disorder, and food is medicine in this disease state. Registered Dietitians can help to maintain weight, and alleviate some of the symptoms by adjusting diet and lifestyle choices. Here are some important things to remember if you have been diagnosed with PCOS: Signs and Symptoms: According to MayoClinic the symptoms often begin soon after menarche, but it can also develop later in life. Infrequent or prolonged menstrual periods, excess... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4172344 Tue, 16 Nov 2010 23:45:09 +0100 4172344 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4155414&cid=t_374140_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F11%2F10%2Finterview-with-shelley-case-rd-celiac-and-gluten-free-diet%2F I recently had the opportunity to speak with North America’s Gluten-Free Nutrition Expert,  Shelley Case, RD who is a dietitian in Canada  specializing in Celiac disease and Gluten-free eating. She is also the author of The Gluten-Free Diet: A Comprehensive Resource Guide. I had the pleasure of interviewing her about the Gluten-free “trend” and what it means for individuals who mistake Gluten-free eating as an effective weight-loss diet. source: sgvceliac.org Can you give a brief explanation for our readers of what gluten is and how it affects those with Celiac disease? Gluten is a protein found in grains like wheat, barley. Celiac disease is an autoimmune disease in which the body recognizes gluten as a toxic substance and reacts by developing antibodies when glute... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4155414 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 23:20:03 +0100 4155414 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3999123&cid=t_374140_122_f&fid=36582&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FSharpBrains%2F%7E3%2FnOfXftJe7Tc%2F I recently reported on an intriguing study examining the impact of an herbal treatment for youth with ADHD. Results from this randomized-controlled trial were quite promising and consistent with the idea that some individuals with ADHD have deficiencies in essential nutrients that compromise healthy brain development and result in ADHD symptoms. This idea has sparked the long-standing debate about whether dietary factors play an important role in the development of ADHD, at least for some children, and led to many studies of this issue. Although results of these studies elude any simple conclusions, dietary factors do appear to contribute to ADHD symptoms in some individuals. Some have argued that research on the relationship between diet and ADHD is more important than ever because the di... SharpBrains blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3999123 Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:11:04 +0100 3999123 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3973127&cid=t_374140_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FGAfGRHCLTLo%2Ffive-tips-for-national-5-a-day.html It seems simple enough.  Eat five servings of vegetables a day and reduce your risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and obesity.  Yet most people continue to eat only about 2 servings of vegetables a day--and one of them is usually potatoes. In recognition of National 5-a-Day Month, here are five ways to get more vegetables into your day: 1.  Start at breakfast.You may not think of vegetables as morning fare but breakfast is a great opportunity to add vegetables to your day.  Add a slice of ripe tomato to your bagel.  Fold some spinach and mushrooms into an omelet. Or wrap scrambled eggs and salsa in a whole-wheat tortilla for breakfast on the go.  2. Double up at dinner.Instead of a single vegetable with dinner, serve two.  For example, you could... The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S. blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3973127 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:45:09 +0100 3973127 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3747015&cid=t_374140_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F07%2F13%2F1511%2F It’s a time to bring awareness to heart disease and stroke, the number one killer in the United States, so you and people you love don’t become a statistic. Be honest. Do you know your numbers? Your cholesterol numbers. You should have your cholesterol measured once a year after age 30, especially if you have a family history of high cholesterol or heart problems. High cholesterol can double the risk for heart disease. It’s entirely possible that your body will produce too much cholesterol, even if you take steps to lower it. However, many people are successful at lowering their cholesterol with some simple changes. There are three ways you can make your cholesterol levels better. 1. Diet: Eat more vegetables, fruits and whole grains. Use low- or non-fat dairy products. Substitute o... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3747015 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 03:31:07 +0100 3747015 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3737316&cid=t_374140_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F07%2F09%2Fhow-to-motivate-behavior-changes-in-someone-you-love%2F It’s a time to bring awareness to heart disease and stroke, the number one killer in the United States, so you and people you love don’t become a statistic. I’ve been blogging about important topics like lowering your cholesterol, reducing heart disease risk and identifying heart healthy foods all month, and I want to continue the conversation with you by discussing how you can influence change in those you love. My mom has heart disease and I’ve spent countless hours helping her with nutrition and exercise. So I’m coming at this post as a daughter with experience in trying to get a loved one to change more so than rattling off “book smarts.” First, let me just say one important thing: it doesn’t matter how much you want someone to change, they have to want it too. Make ... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3737316 Fri, 09 Jul 2010 05:23:48 +0100 3737316 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3111545&cid=t_374140_123_f&fid=39037&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.drgreene.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F12%2F21%2Fnavigating-food-additives%2F Find out the five ingredients on food labels that I’m concerned about in this segment on Good Morning America — Health.  You can make a big difference in your child’s life by changing a few things in their diet.   addthis_url = 'http%3A%2F%2Fblogs.drgreene.com%2Fblog%2F2009%2F12%2F21%2Fnavigating-food-additives%2F'; addthis_title = 'Navigating+Food+Additives'; addthis_pub [...] (Source: Conversations with Dr Greene) Conversations with Dr Greene blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3111545 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 23:09:18 +0100 3111545 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2963403&cid=t_374140_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F11%2F05%2Fsoda-and-your-bones-friends-or-foes%2F By: Jolene, Penn State University, Guest Blogger and Rebecca Times have changed over the last decade.  Super size meals have come on board at fast food restaurants.  The large beverages became the new small drinks and portion sizes of pretty much everything have more than doubled. I’ve always wondered, which could be worse, the large sodas or the double portion sizes? As a runner myself, I have been concerned about soda consumption and link to fracture risk.  Fractures are a huge deal to me, because they could delay my competitive season — or end it. Until recently, I have always wondered how soda consumption can lead to fracture risk.  Now that I know, I want to share it with you. Dark sodas contain lots of phosphoric acid.  Phosphoric acid is a compound which contains a nega... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2963403 Thu, 05 Nov 2009 14:19:42 +0100 2963403 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2240879&cid=t_374140_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2009%2F03%2F06%2Fa-lemon-or-two-a-day-to-take-the-weight-away-the-lemon-juice-diet-reviewed%2F Need a new weight-loss ally? Something that could help you not only lose the pounds but improve your general health and wellbeing. Then head for the nearest lemon tree. That’s what Theresa Cheung, author of The Lemon Juice Diet, recommends. Having done detailed and extensive research, she believes that lemons and lemon juice is is all you need to kickstart a new healthier and slimmer you. Lemons have natural detoxifying powers which stimulates the digestive system in a healthy and effective way. And a healthy digestive system is very important if you have any hope at all of losing weight. So I thought I’d jump on in and give it a go. The first step turned out to be the hardest. Having always started my day with a cup of coffee, suddenly having to change to a glass of lemon jui... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2240879 Fri, 06 Mar 2009 09:07:44 +0100 2240879 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2207708&cid=t_374140_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F02%2F06%2Fweight-loss-tips-from-real-experts-people-who-succeeded%2F Calling all weight losers and wannabe’s… I’m looking for weight loss success stories. I’m starting a new blog soon on sports nutrition and weight management. Yeah, it will be cool and no this one is not going away. What I am looking for is simple: your experience… no matter where you are on your journey. Here are ways you can get involved: Please post links to your blog if you are journaling your weight loss Please post links to weight loss blogs you are reading Please post a comment or email me if you have a story to share but not a blog. You may post the story in a comment, but it is not necessary. Just give a line or two and I’ll e-mail you to go over details. Let me know if you are open to guest posting on my new blog (I can reciprocate for bloggers... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2207708 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 19:17:31 +0100 2207708 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2207712&cid=t_374140_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F02%2F06%2Fnational-wear-red-day%2F My mom has heart disease and coincidentally is having open heart surgery on February 6. Please wear red and raise awareness about heart disease in women among your friends and family. Please encourage women who smoke to stop smoking today. Even if you never exercise, go for a walk with a friend and commit to a new exercise program. Revamp your diet to include heart healthy oils found in nuts, avocado, flaxseed, and olive/canola oil — and decrease saturated fat and remove trans fat. Eat whole grains. Eat oatmeal to help lower cholesterol. Check your risk factors. Most importantly, visit the doctor and get your cholesterol and blood pressure checked if you have a family history or are concerned about heart disease. You owe it to your family and friends. You deserve it. Now here’s... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2207712 Fri, 06 Feb 2009 01:00:56 +0100 2207712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1160986&cid=t_374140_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F18%2Fvitamin-c-is-the-bees-knees%2F Photo Credit Achy knees? Sore fingers? Troublesome elbow? Grab an orange. A recent Australian study has shown that the more Vitamin C we consume as adults, the less likely we are to develop the bone and tissue problems that can ultimately lead to arthritis. And since 25% of women go on to develop arthritis, adding C Vitamins to your diet seems like a good strategy. Smart places to get yours: Peppers (red, yellow and green) Exotic fruits such as Kiwi, Guava, Papaya, Mango Berries such as Raspberries and Strawberries Melons such as Cantaloupe and Honeydew Citrus fruits such as Oranges, Grapefruits, Lemons and Tangerines Green veggies such as Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts and Spinach Other veggies such as Cauliflower, Cabbage, Tomatoes and Potatoes Surprise sources such as Kellogg’s Produ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1160986 Fri, 18 Jan 2008 18:28:28 +0100 1160986 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1132689&cid=t_374140_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F01%2F07%2Foklahoma-city-is-on-a-diet%2F Oklahoma City is getting larger. And it’s no wonder. It’s the capital of a state that has an official state meal consisting of heavy duty fattening foods such as cornbread, chicken fried steak, sausage and gravy, and pecan pie. And if that’s not enough, Oklahoma City also has the dubious honor of being the ‘Fast Food Capital of America.’ Now the mayor of Oklahoma City is saying enough is enough. Concerned that the city ranked 15th in the 2007 Men’s Fitness survey of America’s fattest cities, Mayor Mick Cornett is challenging the residents of Oklahoma City to loss 1 million pounds in a year. It’s time, he says, for the city to go on a diet. Mayor Cornett believes his city is up to the challenge. Residents are invited to sign up and track their... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1132689 Mon, 07 Jan 2008 06:38:14 +0100 1132689 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1117600&cid=t_374140_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F12%2F26%2Foverindulge-this-christmas-good-for-you%2F Photo Credit Ah…the holidays. Full of happiness, togetherness, food. And more food. So if you got a little crazy with the goodies yesterday, first of all, join the club - you’re certainly in good company. Secondly, don’t sweat it. Because a lot of those “nasty” foods pack some extra special health punches. So go on, enjoy. You still have one more week until those New Year’s resolutions kick in. Candy Canes: Did you know that candy canes can make you smarter? The scent of peppermint increases beta waves in the brain, which are associated with alertness. In one study, subjects who sniffed the heavenly sent of peppermint whilst working on a task completed it faster and more succinctly than those who were exposed to other scents or to none at all. BONUS! - ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1117600 Wed, 26 Dec 2007 21:16:55 +0100 1117600 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=841901&cid=t_374140_109_f&fid=35677&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FBrainBasedBusiness%2F%7E3%2F152438031%2Fshift_your_brain_back_into_gea.html We know much more about how certain foods enable the human brain to focus more, stay motivated, improve memory, and maybe even slow down brain decline that comes with age.Get back into gear after a holiday, Leslie Beck, Canadian based dietician at Globe Life Health reminded readers today - with a diet that starts when your feet first hit the floor.Research suggests breakfast, for instance,  can improve mental performance and concentration. How so? Cereals, toast and fruit raise blood glucose levels, which in turn fuels the brain after a night of fasting. Glucose kick starts mental energy, as it makes acetylcholine, a memory neurotransmitter. It's thought these breakfast foods provides a slower and more sustained release of glucose … and can boost memory and attention.To tak... BrainBasedBusiness blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=841901 Wed, 05 Sep 2007 11:05:59 +0100 841901