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 nutrition'. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 02:06:50 +0100 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4984720&cid=t_402964_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Reducing Belly FatYou can reduce belly fat by adding healthy food to your diet. Tired of the fat around your belly? Want to get rid of it? You can easily get that perfect shape by doing regular exercise that makes you lose weight and look fit. The first step to reduce that extra fat is to improve your diet and add healthy food in your daily regime. So, here are some food items that you can add to your diet and you will have a flat belly: 1. Mushrooms: It is a rich source of vitamin D. Vitamin D is known to help in reducing weight as the proper absorption of calcium by body depends on it. People who have deficiency of vitamin D face problem in burning fat. If you eat three ounces of mushroom daily, you can fulfill the requirement of vitamin D in our body.2. Whole grains... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4984720 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 06:31:58 +0100 4984720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4968933&cid=t_402964_160_f&fid=36190&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.skincareblog.org%2F Sonal Bahuguna: Repairing Damaged hair at homeDamaged hair can be treated with home based remedies. Don’t feel that maintaining damaged hair is tough and can’t be done at home. There are several home made remedies that can help you repair damaged hair in very little time. The cause behind hair damage is primarily due to the lack of nourishment and it makes hair rough. It becomes dull, shineless, and lifeless. Best way to make them look lively and shiny again is to provide proper conditioning. 1. Egg Yolk Egg YolkIt is rich in protein and provides nourishment to hair. Apply egg yolk to your hair for 15 minutes. Wash it off with cold water. This is the easiest way to condition your hair. Egg yolk is a rich source of protein and it nourishes the hair giving it a silky look. It tre... Skin Care blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4968933 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:37:37 +0100 4968933 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4893382&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=36224&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.wsjonline.com%2F%7Er%2Fwsj%2Fhealth%2Ffeed%2F%7E3%2Fl7PMit-JvCY%2F The food pyramid is dead. Long live the plate! The USDA today announced the latest attempt to conceptualize the government’s dietary advice in a way consumers can understand. (The pyramid was widely regarded as confusing, if not incomprehensible.) Half of the plate (at right) is made up of fruits and vegetables and the other half grains and protein, with the sections for vegetables and grains slightly bigger than those for fruits and protein. Off to the side is a cup representing milk or other dairy product. As NYU nutrition professor Marion Nestle notes on her Food Politics blog, other organizations have already been using plates to convey dietary advice. The USDA’s ChooseMyPlate web page also summarizes some of the messages from the latest iteration of the government’s ... WSJ.com: Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4893382 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 17:11:14 +0100 4893382 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4696970&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2011%2F04%2F11%2Fhelpful-hints-for-a-healthy-lunch-in-womens-running-mag%2F I’m a woman. I run. So it is only natural when @WomensRunning contacts me for an interview on sports nutrition that I’m going to say YES! The article was on healthy lunches. In usual fashion, my spin focuses on meeting the body’s needs for nutrition and physical performance. When I get a chance to reach lots of people, I smash diet myths as much as I can. For this article, I picked the “low carb” myth – no way, Jackson! Runners need carbs. I emphasized whole grain carbs that are minimally processed and give a 1-2 punch of nutrients along with the quick energy we need right about lunch time. Manage your energy levels. Eat real food, enough so you don’t starve, and don’t fear the carbohydrate. Check out my smattering of tips in the online arti... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4696970 Mon, 11 Apr 2011 10:41:19 +0100 4696970 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4684629&cid=t_402964_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FVN99_RVjr1Y%2F Me: Alex, I’ll take “Mystery Illnesses” for $1,000 please. Alex Trebek: This elusive condition consists of chronic headaches, fatigue, insomnia, weakness, chemical sensitivities, irritability, gas, bloating,  intolerance to heavy exercise, and requires excessive rest. Me: What is…chronic fatigue? Alex: No, I’m sorry, chronic fatigue is incorrect. Janice? Janice: What is…hormonal imbalance? Alex: Sorry no, that’s also incorrect. Oh wait, I’m just now getting word that answer may be partially correct. But not entirely. Ted, would you like to attempt to answer? Ted: Uh, what is…actually, I’m sorry, I have no idea. And so goes the game of my life. In reality, it’s not nearly as fun or glamorous as a game show, but it’s definitely as challenging. My stor... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4684629 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 17:16:01 +0100 4684629 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4560489&cid=t_402964_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FyALMggHNRE4%2F photo: Thinkstock Welcome to our brand-new Blisstree series about living with chronic diseases as your perpetual housemate. (I kicked things off a few weeks back with my tales of Hailey-Hailey Disease, a chronic — and very irritating — skin condition.) Each week, in a Q&A or a personal essay, we’ll feature someone who’s living and struggling with a different chronic disease, and how they manage their life navigating such an enormous built-in obstacle. If there’s a specific chronic disease you’d like us to cover, tell us about it in our comments section, below (anonymously, if you like). In this week’s post, we talk with Simone Edwards, a 35-year-old wife, mother, career woman, and New York City resident who has suffered from Crohn’s Disea... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4560489 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 21:22:11 +0100 4560489 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4507485&cid=t_402964_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FT5wS26E3xi0%2F Therese Borchard This is author Therese Borchard’s debut post for Blisstree, and we’re happy to announce that she’ll be blogging for us on a weekly basis about all kinds of mental health, depression, and therapy issues. Have a question for Therese? Leave it in our comments section, below. I admit it: I am one skeptical chick when it comes to health solutions, because I read so many self-help books a week that my bookshelves can no longer hold their weight. I’ve spent close to $40,000 on therapy, outpatient treatment programs, and psych visits. I’ve also explored almost every single alternative health treatment on the market today, from acupuncture to expensive Chinese herbs. I spend an incredible amount of time each day pursuing good emotional and physical hea... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4507485 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 16:30:28 +0100 4507485 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4419346&cid=t_402964_131_f&fid=34989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FGeneticsHealth%2F%7E3%2FFQ4ljECXycw%2F photo: Thinkstock Old Man Winter is one nasty SOB. For those of us living in northern climes, the unrelenting cold is enough to drive us indoors and under our favorite blanket for weeks at a time. We crave starchy comfort foods and curse when the scale dares to reveal our weakness. We’re sleepy, grumpy, dopey, and any number of other traits characterizing the Seven Dwarfs, but fervently hope we don’t act like them by the time spring has actually sprung. Up to 10 million Americans – 75% of them women – also get SAD: Seasonal affective disorder. Some confuse run-of-the-mill winter blues with this subtype of major depressive disorder, but that’s like comparing a paper cut to a severed fingertip, says Dr. Raymond Lam, director of the Mood Disorder Centre at the University of British ... Genetics and Health blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4419346 Mon, 31 Jan 2011 14:05:20 +0100 4419346 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4300534&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=36224&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.wsjonline.com%2F%7Er%2Fwsj%2Fhealth%2Ffeed%2F%7E3%2FeIRNYaWR7wE%2F Also: nutritional labels to hit meat in 2012; Nintendo warns on 3-D games for young users; first organ donor dies. (Source: WSJ.com: Health Blog) WSJ.com: Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4300534 Thu, 30 Dec 2010 13:41:43 +0100 4300534 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4287595&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F12%2F24%2Fattune-probiotics-delicious-dark-chocolate%2F By Carlene Helble- Elite Nutrition Intern Whenever I see bars touting health claims in a chocolate flavor…I become a bit skeptical. If I buy this, is it really going to taste good? Should I just eat a high sugar candy bar if it makes me happier?As I tested an Attune probiotic bar from Rebecca’s Healthy Living Summit gift bag, I was totally blown away. The Dark Chocolate Raspberry bar was amazing. So amazing, I didn’t find myself wishing I was eating a candy bar. Here are the highlights of the Attune Bar: Dark chocolate with 68% Cacao (dark chocolate has more benefits for your body than milk chocolate.) 4 g fiber 90 calories 5 times the live active cultures in yogurt Very rich: Although the serving size is one bar, I had a friend try part of it, and they couldn’t ma... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4287595 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 09:35:46 +0100 4287595 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4266305&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FJZEA1rlASZU%2Fconfused-about-calcium-read-on.html Q. I'd like to know which calcium is best to take in pill form--calcium citrate or calcium carbonate. Which is better absorbed?A. Calcium citrate and calcium carbonate each have their pros and cons.  Calcium carbonate is inexpensive and contains a higher concentration of elemental calcium, which means you need to swallow fewer pills to get your dose.  Calcium citrate is more expensive and less concentrated (more pills). However, the chemical bonds that hold the calcium molecules to the citrate molecules are easier to break then those between calcium and carbonate, making the citrate form more absorbable. But you may not need to spring for the more expensive supplements.  Who might benefit from taking calcium citrate? Studies suggest that most people do just fine with calciu... 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=4266305 Wed, 15 Dec 2010 18:57:19 +0100 4266305 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4214066&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=36224&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.wsjonline.com%2F%7Er%2Fwsj%2Fhealth%2Ffeed%2F%7E3%2Fxe58zBaA0J0%2F The group set the upper limit of safe consumption for vitamin D at about 4,000 IUs, saying that "the risk for harm begins to increase" after that. (Source: WSJ.com: Health Blog) WSJ.com: Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4214066 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 17:19:54 +0100 4214066 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4168079&cid=t_402964_122_f&fid=35056&url=http%3A%2F%2Frenegadeneurologist.com%2Fphysicians-lacking-in-nutrition-education%2F Warning: preg_match_all() [function.preg-match-all]: Compilation failed: unrecognized character after (? or (?- at offset 2 in /home/perlren/public_html/wp-content/plugins/abd-clickable-links.php on line 30 Warning: Invalid argument supplied for foreach() in /home/perlren/public_html/wp-content/plugins/abd-clickable-links.php on line 50 From: Medical News Today Almost 60 per cent of US medical schools do not meet recommendations for nutrition education for med students, producing physicians – the first port of call for nutrition advice for many consumers – who may have inadequate nutrition knowledge. Twenty years ago the National Academy of Sciences (NAS) reported that 21 hours of education in nutrition was required but found that many medical schools did not offer nutrition ... Renegade Neurologist - A Blog by David Perlmutter, MD, FACN blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4168079 Mon, 15 Nov 2010 16:03:37 +0100 4168079 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4164728&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F11%2F12%2Fam-i-overweight-teen-body-troubles%2F Growing up is tough! Especially in today’s society with more and more pressures being put on children and teenagers. One of such pressure is ‘looks’ with the focus on body weight. Around junior highs and high schools, girls (and sometimes boys!) often talk about their weight, and dieting almost becomes a trend. The media has a lot to do with it. Magazines that are often read by teens, such as Cosmo or Shape, put out a lot of dieting tips and suggestions that are often taken out of context, or abused by the younger readers. More often than not, teens compare themselves to their role models: actors, athletes, or models. These role models are usually very fit, thin, and some on the verge of underweight. When one person decides they’re “fat”, and tries to lose weight, it ca... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4164728 Fri, 12 Nov 2010 23:24:22 +0100 4164728 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4152011&cid=t_402964_122_f&fid=35056&url=http%3A%2F%2Frenegadeneurologist.com%2Fcoffee-drinking-may-cut-liver-cancer-risk-meta-analysis%2F Warning: preg_match_all() [function.preg-match-all]: Compilation failed: unrecognized character after (? or (?- at offset 2 in /home/perlren/public_html/wp-content/plugins/abd-clickable-links.php on line 30 Warning: Invalid argument supplied for foreach() in /home/perlren/public_html/wp-content/plugins/abd-clickable-links.php on line 50 From FoodNavigator.com Regular and high coffee drinking may reduce the risk of liver cancer by 55 per cent, says a new meta-analysis of observational studies.The study, published in this month’s Hepatology, pooled data from six case-control and four cohort studies and found that an increase of one cup of coffee every day was associated with a 23 per cent reduction across all the studies. The study, published in this month’s , pooled data from s... Renegade Neurologist - A Blog by David Perlmutter, MD, FACN blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4152011 Tue, 09 Nov 2010 15:30:12 +0100 4152011 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4133655&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=36224&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.wsjonline.com%2F%7Er%2Fwsj%2Fhealth%2Ffeed%2F%7E3%2FbMfH5dAVHBo%2F Omega-3 acids found in fish oil are effective for some things and iffy for others, but research continues. (Source: WSJ.com: Health Blog) WSJ.com: Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4133655 Wed, 03 Nov 2010 18:48:45 +0100 4133655 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4031519&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FQIjFyaocFTk%2Fskin-saving-benefits-of-tomato.html It's true: Certain fruits and vegetables act as sunscreen from within. Researchers found that women whose diets provided 16 milligrams of lycopene every day were protected from the damaging effects of UV-rays, including reddening of the skin and cellular damage.  And lycopene is no one-trick pony: It's also been found to help ward off heart disease and osteoporosis. Skin Saving SuperfoodsLycopene is found in watermelon, guava, and tomatoes.  Cooked tomato products like salsa, tomato juice, and spaghetti sauce are especially good sources. You can get a skin-saving dose of lycopene from:1/3 tomato puree 1/2 cup salsa or marinara sauce6 ounces of V-82 cups watermelon ballsMake sure to eat some of these skin-loving foods every day! For more foods that keep your skin healthy and glowi... 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=4031519 Mon, 04 Oct 2010 13:05:39 +0100 4031519 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=4025691&cid=t_402964_122_f&fid=35056&url=http%3A%2F%2Frenegadeneurologist.com%2Fhigh-intake-of-vegetables-and-fruit-reduces-risk-of-lung-cancer%2F This study included 218 individuals with lung cancer and 436 individuals who did not have lung cancer or other smoking-related disease. Individuals consuming the largest amount of vegetables had an approximate 60% reduced risk of developing lung cancer compared with individuals consuming the lowest amount of vegetables. Individuals consuming the highest amount of fruits had an approximate 25% reduced risk of developing lung cancer compared with individuals consuming the lowest amount of fruit. Smokers derived greater benefit from high vegetable and fruit consumption in terms of a reduction in the risk of developing lung cancer compared to non-smokers; however, non-smokers who consumed a large amount of vegetables and fruit also had a significantly reduced risk of lung cancer. The resear... Renegade Neurologist - A Blog by David Perlmutter, MD, FACN blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=4025691 Sat, 02 Oct 2010 00:02:30 +0100 4025691 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3994373&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FjTHlvqXSeBc%2Fwheres-the-sugar-in-your-diet.html As I'm sure you've noticed, fat is no longer the bad guy. Now, everyone from the American Dietetic Association to the American Cancer Institute to the American Heart Association agrees that sugar is the prime mover in obesity and disease.  Bonus: Need a diet that leaves room for wine or dessert? Check out the Workweek Diet!Getting Americans to cut back on added sugars is now job #1 for public health experts and educators and there are all kinds of new guidelines on how much sugar is OK.   Frankly, calculating how many grams of added (versus natural) sugar is in every food you eat is a pain in the neck. But when you look at where the added sugars in the typical American diet are coming from, it gets a whole lot simpler. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Mo... 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=3994373 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 13:36:47 +0100 3994373 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3929473&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F09%2F03%2Fdo-packaged-foods-need-a-fiber-boost%2F Dietitians have been trying to get people to eat more fiber for a long time. It is recommended that we get 25-30 grams per day. Dietary fiber is found in foods like whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and beans. Fiber helps with lowering cholesterol, stabilizing blood sugar, and promote digestive regularity. Also, when you eat fiber, you are more full and satisfied. You tend to eat fewer calories and maintain a healthy weight. Despite these benefits, many people don’t eat enough of these foods. In fact, 70 percent of Americans do not meet recommendations for fruit and vegetable intake. There’s a good chance they may not be getting enough fiber either. This is why one of the reasons companies are adding fiber to food products. The fiber that is popping up in our toaster pastries, yogurt... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3929473 Fri, 03 Sep 2010 05:40:51 +0100 3929473 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3913293&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F08%2F29%2Fpepsis-new-designer-salt-healthy-or-health-hazard%2F You may have heard in the news recently that PepsiCo created a salt for its Lay’s potato chips (and other Frito products) that will reduce salt content. At first glance, it seems like a gimmick. You might even think they are trying to make people think that their snack products are healthier. But, there’s actually more to it than that. I talked with the Director of Public Relations and Marketing, Aurora Gonzalez, about the new salt and got some interesting health-related information. Frito-Lay cares about making a good product. They were the first company to remove trans fats in favor of sunflower oil. They are thinking about sodium in terms of “if there is something we can do, we should do it.” They know people are concerned about salt intake. They also know that people like seas... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3913293 Sun, 29 Aug 2010 06:35:39 +0100 3913293 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3903147&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FyJUydkGJTFM%2Fare-we-getting-the-whole-story.html We keep hearing that eating more whole grains is good for your heart. See also 15 Grains to Eat More Of For example, Dr. Steve Parker writes about a recent study showing that eating more whole grains can lower your blood pressure on Nutrition Data's Heart Health Blog. But that's not really the whole story. Every study I've ever seen (including this most recent one) shows that eating whole grains instead of refined grains is good for your heart. So are those heart-healthy benefits really the result of adding whole grains to the diet? Or are we seeing the benefits of subtracting refined grains?As far as I can see, what the research on whole grains really shows is that if you're going to eat grains, whole grains are better for your heart than refined grains. But if you don't eat a lot of r... 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=3903147 Wed, 25 Aug 2010 14:52:51 +0100 3903147 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3899503&cid=t_402964_122_f&fid=35056&url=http%3A%2F%2Frenegadeneurologist.com%2Fbinge-on-broccoli-to-boost-the-brain%2F Warning: preg_match_all() [function.preg-match-all]: Compilation failed: unrecognized character after (? or (?- at offset 2 in /home/perlren/public_html/wp-content/plugins/abd-clickable-links.php on line 30 Warning: Invalid argument supplied for foreach() in /home/perlren/public_html/wp-content/plugins/abd-clickable-links.php on line 50 From DNAindia.com: Eating certain fruit and vegetables could boost the memory, particularly broccoli, according to British research. The study conducted by King’s College London,provides scientific backing to the theory and has major implications for the prevention and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, the Royal Pharmaceutical Society said. Extracts found in five fruits and vegetables —broccoli, potatoes, oranges, apples and radishes — were fou... Renegade Neurologist - A Blog by David Perlmutter, MD, FACN blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3899503 Tue, 24 Aug 2010 11:04:05 +0100 3899503 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3872756&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2Fum4Pb4kvE1U%2Fmcstatins-thats-not-even-funny.html I really hope they meant it as a joke. But even if they did, it's not funny.In a paper published this week in The American Journal of Cardiology, the authors suggest that fast food joints should dispense free cholesterol-lowering medications along with the cheeseburgers and fries to offset the harmful effects of the food.  Maybe this absurd proposal is simply a way to attract media attention. If so, it worked. But the authors stooped pretty low to make their point--which was fairly weak. What was their point, anyway? (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.) 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=3872756 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 10:12:14 +0100 3872756 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3806034&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FLxSXh61D9ZE%2Fcalcium-supplements-too-much-t.html A lot of women are wondering whether to continue taking their calcium supplements today. A new study shows that taking calcium may increase your risk of a heart attack by 20 to 30 percent.  What's worse, it may not be doing all that much to strengthen your bones.In my opinion, the way we take calcium supplements today could best be described as "too much, too late."Too much, too lateKids and adolescents aren't getting nearly enough calcium during these years when the body is most actively laying down bone tissue.  Then, in our 30s, 40s, and beyond, we try to make up for lost time by taking large doses of supplemental calcium. This news may be as hard to swallow as one of those calcium horse-pills, but once you're in your 30s, your bone-building years are largely behind you. Peop... 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=3806034 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 11:58:01 +0100 3806034 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3737021&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=36050&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Flive%2Fhealthy-office-habits-tips-for-staying-sane-at-work%2F photo: Thinkstock Whatever your work hours, we’re guessing you’ve labored over an inane task or two that have gotten you a little loopy at least once during the past week. We don’t mean the kind of loopy that comes with being in love or really excited for a long weekend – we mean an utter loss of sanity that’s a result of entering numbers into a database for five hours straight. The blog Jane Has a Job offers some good advice on how to avoid going completely nuts on the job. Close your eyes for 20 seconds every 20 minutes. Sometimes it feels like you’re seeing double after staring at the computer screen for hours. Overworking your eyes can lead to serious damage, so you need to take a break every once in a while. (Even from Blisstree. Sad emoticon.) Snack... Breastfeeding 1-2-3 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3737021 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 20:30:32 +0100 3737021 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3733327&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F07%2F07%2Fsalt-the-good-and-the-bad%2F It’s no secret that salt is a flavor enhancer. Chefs far and wide use salt to give their culinary creations that special finish. But the reality is, minor flavor enhancement is not what is putting millions of Americans at risk of high blood pressure. Salt shakers on the table, grotesque amounts of sodium in some restaurant meals, and overconsumption of many of the processed foods in the supermarket. According to the Department of Agriculture, processed foods are the culprit of 80% of salt in American diets. This means all prepackaged meals, snacks, and most convenience items! And with such busy lives, Americans tend to look for the quick-fix meals, but in this case that means a whole lot of sodium. The recommended daily allowance of sodium is 2400 milligrams, while many American&#821... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3733327 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 12:49:43 +0100 3733327 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3703117&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F06%2F27%2Fwere-in-the-nutrition-blog-network-are-you%2F By: Carlene Helble- Elite Nutrition Intern The Internet is one of our favorite things…right up there beside enjoying really good food. With information about everything, you can easily research all aspects of life, but sometimes, it’s easy to become misinformed due to unreliable and incorrect sources. The Nutrition Blog Network provides connections to credible sources, blogs written by registered dietitians, the most trusted source of nutrition information. Thanks to Weber Shandwick, this network is available to everyone to learn how to prepare healthy food, safely lose weight, or even cut through the confusion of food marketing. If you’re looking for something in particular, browse the blog directory and of course, feel free to get side tracked by checking them all out! Nutrition ... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3703117 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 09:56:38 +0100 3703117 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3733315&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2F4lx77MqO-UQ%2Flove-of-salt-is-in-your-genes.html In the debate over whether to force manufacturers to reduce sodium in processed foods, I've observed that some will benefit more than others.  It appears that some will also suffer more than others.Although we know that people who eat a lot of salt develop a tolerance and preference for saltier foods, Penn State researchers find that genetics also plays a role in how salty you like your food.   While some are happy with (or can at least adjust to) food with less salt, others will always find low-sodium foods especially unpalatable. Interestingly, it seems as if those with hyper-sensitive taste buds (super-tasters) tend to choose saltier foods.  Although they experience salt as super-salty, they appear to need more salt in order to block or balance bitter tastes tha... 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=3733315 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 21:53:04 +0100 3733315 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3676916&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FbfV-1ZMdWIg%2Fpreference-for-salt-has-a-genetic-component.html This study used healthy volunteers. What I'd like to see now is an investigation into whether the super-taster trait is more or less likely in those with salt-sensitive hypertension! (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.) 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=3676916 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 15:01:08 +0100 3676916 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3666249&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FvfShYinpVGs%2Ftailoring-the-use-of-cholesterol-drugs-lets-go-even-further.html A group of researchers has suggested that instead of prescribing statins to everyone whose LDL cholesterol is above a certain target number, doctors should look at a wider range of risk factors. They suggest that patients with several risk factors for heart disease, such as a family history or diabetes, would get statins even if their cholesterol numbers were normal.  But those with elevated LDL and no other risk factors might not.  If this new system were adopted, say the researchers, more people would be treated with statins, but many of them would receive lower doses than they currently do. More importantly, they estimate that treating people at higher risk, regardless of their cholesterol levels, would result in 86,000 fewer heart attacks every year.The report, published in... 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=3666249 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 14:27:47 +0100 3666249 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3566589&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fblisstree.com%2Ffeel%2Fmental-health-give-your-brain-a-workout%2F photo: Thinkstock Sometimes it just feels good to give your brain a rest – to lie back, flip on whatever reruns are playing on TBS, and stop thinking for an hour or two. But after a few days of prime vegging-out time, we need to stretch our brain, just like we do our bodies. And we found some great ideas on how to do just that from iVillage. If you’ve scorned yoga in the past, it might be time to reconsider. Regularly practicing yoga and meditating improve cognitive functions, as well as emotional processing, by increasing cortical thickness, which can happen in just eight weeks. Yoga can also positively affect the parts of your brain that deal with stress, sensory awareness, self-awareness, and judgment. Yoga isn’t the only physical activity you can do that will help your br... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3566589 Fri, 14 May 2010 22:30:39 +0100 3566589 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3549593&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FgYCJefSb7Q4%2Fwant-to-lose-belly-fat-stop-jogging.html An interesting statistic cited by cardiologist Arthur Agatston (South Beach Diet) in this morning's second session:Steady state exercise training (such as jogging at a steady pace) had no significant impact on belly fat or insulin levels, while intermittent high intensity training (such as interval training) produced significant reductions in both. Source: Trapp EG et all, Int J Obes (London) 2008; 32(4):684-691. (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.) 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=3549593 Mon, 10 May 2010 17:01:00 +0100 3549593 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3530053&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FiEUDcLV4nmI%2Fspice-up-your-burgers-to-reduce-harmful-compounds.html Here's a study with delicious implications (recipe follows).A little biochemical background: When meats are cooked, certain fatty acids in them can form compounds that may play a role in heart disease and cellular mutations that can lead to cancer.  For some, this is just another good argument for avoiding animal protein. But for those who decide to eat meat anyway, researchers have found a way to dramatically reduce the formation of these "lipid peroxidation products" at your Memorial Day barbecue this year. (You have to love research that involves a grill!)The researchers cooked up two kinds of hamburgers: one just contained beef and salt. The other included an antioxidant-rich spice mixture including ground cloves, cinnamon, oregano, ginger, rosemary, ginger, black p... 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=3530053 Tue, 04 May 2010 14:54:51 +0100 3530053 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3501727&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FuFm4yU2kQuw%2Fmore-evidence-linking-sugar-to-heart-disease.html The American Heart Association now recommends that you keep added sugars to less than 5% of your calorie intake.  That's about 25 grams or 1 1/2 teaspoons per day for an average-sized adult.  This week, a new study published in JAMA adds weight to the argument. A team of researchers analyzing dietary records from the most recent National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) found a strikingly linear correlation between added sugars and heart disease risk factors. As sugar intake went up, HDL ("good" cholesterol) levels went down and triglycerides went up. The average intake of added sugars, by the way, was about 16% of total calories.  Sweet and Natural It's tempting to blame excessive sugar consumption on too much processed food. And, re... 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=3501727 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 18:31:01 +0100 3501727 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3733319&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FYrRjt4dB-Vk%2Fis-saturated-fat-back-on-the-h.html Conclusion: Saturated fat does not cause heart disease. Cue rejoicing (not to mention "I told you so's") from Atkins and Paleo dieters.  (See Steve Parker's article on the study.) But now the Harvard School of Public Health is throwing a bucket of ice-water on the whole party. They did their own analysis of the relationship between fat and heart disease and found that it all depends on what you replace the saturated fat with. The Harvard authors note that previous clinical trials aimed at reducing saturated fat had "very mixed" results, "with most showing no significant effect."   But, they note, when health authorities started to recommend reducing saturated fat, they didn't offer much guidance in terms of what to replace it with. Some replaced those calories with hydrog... 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=3733319 Wed, 24 Mar 2010 17:37:32 +0100 3733319 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3370710&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2F15%2Fparents-teach-your-children-well-give-them-fruits-and-veggies-often%2F As a dietitian, food is my life. I spend much of my time helping people try new foods and improve their eating behaviors. (I love my job!) I especially enjoy working with parents. It’s a chance to show them how eating well with their kids can be fun and help build life long habits. If there is only one piece of advice I have for all parents, it’s easy: serve fruits and vegetables often. So much of our food preferences are formed right at home. Kids learn to enjoy the tastes and flavors of a variety of foods when parents put them on the plate. It might take time to find out what your kids like and certain fruits and vegetables may fall in and out of favor, but it is always important to try. Enjoy healthy meals and snacks with your kids and everyone wins! Avocados from Mexico i... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3370710 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 21:26:29 +0100 3370710 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3359243&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F03%2F11%2Favocados%2F As a dietitian, people always want to know what they can do to eat well. Healthful eating is easy if you focus on choosing foods that have good nutrition for the calories. By filling your shopping cart with a variety of vegetables and fruits, you can be sure you are getting a good nutrition “bang for your buck.” I love avocados, with nearly 20 vitamins and minerals in a one-ounce (3 slice) serving, and I’m excited to be working with Avocados from Mexico. Watch this video to learn why avocados are tops on my “nutrition list” and get a few ideas for including avocados in easy to make meals and snacks. The Amazing Avocado There are endless possibilities to include avocados in your eating plan. Avocados from Mexico are available year round too! Learn more about avocados by adding the... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3359243 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:34:44 +0100 3359243 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3269894&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2010%2F02%2F13%2Ffive-foods-that-will-save-your-heart%2F February is American Heart Month. It’s a time to bring awareness to heart disease and stroke, the number one killer in the United States, so you and the people you love don’t become a statistic. This month is particularly personal for me, as my mom has heart disease. She had quadruple bypass surgery one year ago this month. If you know someone who would benefit from this information on preventing heart disease, please share it. Five Foods That Will Save Your Heart One way to prevent heart disease is to eat healthy. In this post, I’ll highlight five different foods that can save your heart – literally. These are not the only five foods that protect your heart, but they stand out as star performers in my book. 1. Garlic: Known as “the stinking rose,” this herb does not stink when... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3269894 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 13:19:09 +0100 3269894 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3267235&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FNqucQy5R3_A%2Fanother-perspective-on-the-sodium-wars.html Conclusions (Again)? As the JAMA authors point out, the move to restrict sodium intake is well-intentioned.  But jumping to conclusions sometimes makes things worse, not better. In 1980, for example,  the government advised everyone to reduce their fat intake. But as our fat intake declined, an epidemic of obesity and diabetes bloomed. In 2000, the government withdrew this recommendation.  Another piece of well-intentioned but ultimately bad advice: substituting margarine (trans fats) for butter (saturated fats).  What do you think? Is a governmental crusade to reduce sodium intake across the board premature? Online Surveys & Market Research (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the Nutritionista by Monica Reinagel, L.D.N., C.N.S.) 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=3267235 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 19:37:27 +0100 3267235 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3228036&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FkOCnagE4Wp0%2Ffeeling-stressed-chocolate-can-help.html It's no coincidence that Heart Health Month, Chocolate Lover's Month, and Valentine's Day are all celebrated in February.  It gives chocolate makers a great opportunity to remind us that the antioxidants in chocolate are good for hearts and sweethearts. And the good news on chocolate just keeps piling up. Chocolate can lift your mood and ease emotional stress. Now, research shows that it actually reduces the biochemical impact of stress as well.  People who rated themselves as "highly stressed" ate an ounce and a half of dark chocolate every day. After two weeks, researchers found that that the level of stress hormones and other markers of stress in the subjects were reduced.  (See study.) Online Surveys & Market Research (Source: The ND Blog: Notes from the ... 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=3228036 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 18:09:20 +0100 3228036 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3180424&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2010%2F01%2F16%2Fvideos-on-the-digestive-system%2F I found a few new video clips on YouTube, in 3-D that give you a good idea how the digestive system functions. These clips are updates to the prior post on The Digestive System from 2008. The first on the Digestive System traces a bite of food from the mouth until it is eliminated. (Click on the link to go to the YouTube site, if the video doesn’t display below). The second comes from the Louisiana Public Broadcasting and gives you a very detailed 3-D and 2-D look at Digestive System 101. (Click on the link to go to the YouTube site, if the video doesn’t display below). Other interactive online animation: Digestive System from the National Geographic has an interactive way of looking at the digestive sytem. You can click to view certain parts of the system. A normal, healthy... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3180424 Sat, 16 Jan 2010 17:24:52 +0100 3180424 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3137658&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2F6L4JkLmGbJ8%2F-estrogen-a-cholesterollowering-drug.html I was intrigued by this finding that LDL cholesterol levels rise as estrogen levels decline in the year or so before menopause.  For years we've assumed that estrogen was heart-protective. When estrogen replacement therapy failed to improve (and, in fact, worsened) heart risks in menopausal women, researchers began to wonder whether they might have gotten the link backward:  Could rising incipient heart disease in any way trigger menopause?(An obvious follow-up study: Is there any link between heart disease and age of menopause?)Now, many of you will be quick to argue that cholesterol does not cause heart disease.  Even if we bracket that particular issue for the moment, it's still interesting to contemplate the chicken-and-egg question: Is menopause a cause or ef... 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=3137658 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 17:11:00 +0100 3137658 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3097088&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2F5DBkHdODiYs%2Fstatins-for-everyone.html I'm sure you've seen the headlines: The FDA plans to approve the use of Crestor, a type of cholesterol-lowering drug known as a statin, for people with normal cholesterol levels.  The story is that giving Crestor to people who have normal cholesterol but elevated levels of C-reactive protein dramatically reduces heart attacks, strokes, and deaths.  C-reactive protein doesn't cause heart disease; it simply indicates the presence of systemic inflammation--which does appear to promote heart disease.  We've known for a while that statin drugs reduce inflammation in addition to lowering cholesterol. So none of this is particularly surprising. It's certainly not surprising that the pharmaceutical industry pursued this research. They've effectively ... 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=3097088 Thu, 17 Dec 2009 15:22:03 +0100 3097088 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3029940&cid=t_402964_122_f&fid=34736&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FChannelN-PodcastsPoweredByOdiogo%2F%7E3%2FZ3Z3Dbott2Y%2Fa-brains-day.html A Day in the Life of Your Brain Medical journalist Judith Horstman writes about brain function and health and her recent book which “…discusses what your brain is doing as you go through a typical day: sleeping, waking, fighting, loving and making important decisions.” Pop sci touching on memory, sleep, meditation, diet, neuroplasticity, exercise, and more. Clip: theorizing about negative effects of the Internet. (Source: Channel N) Channel N blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=3029940 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 01:30:13 +0100 3029940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2916462&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FAxDJNEJ3O7o%2Fhomocysteine-and-heart-disease.html You don't hear a whole lot about homocysteine these days but ten or fifteen years ago it was quite the buzzword in nutrition and preventive medicine circles--and a cash cow for nutritional supplement sellers. A little background on the homocysteine hypothesis Population studies (aka epidemiological studies) showed that people with high levels of homocysteine in their blood had a higher risk of heart disease. Homocysteine is an amino acid which is an normal byproduct of protein metabolism. Ideally, it is further converted into another amino acid, methionine. However, if this "recycling"  breaks down, homocysteine can build up in the blood.  When the link between high homocysteine and heart disease risk was noticed, researchers theorized that homocysteine might i... 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=2916462 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 16:06:19 +0100 2916462 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2793442&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FC3PJgkwnxi0%2Fis-paleo-the-new-mediterranean.html The Mediterranean Diet has been king of the hill for the last several years. While low-carb and low-fat camps continue to trade jabs, each amassing roughly the same number of studies in its favor, the Mediterranean diet (which is neither) has risen above the fray, trumping every diet it's compared with in study after study.Just last week, for example, I noted a study finding that the Mediterranean diet helped diabetics lose more weight and use fewer medications than a low-fat diet.But I sense a shift of power (or at least of focus) in the works.  The "Paleo Diet" has been garnering a larger and larger share of popular attention and support as the latest Solution To All Our Problems.  And now the research community is beginning to test the theory, designing studies... 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=2793442 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 15:04:30 +0100 2793442 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2762173&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FvzfTZave6Yg%2Fcan-a-high-fat-diet-increase-insulin-resistance.html I was just re-reading Tara Parker Pope's article in the NY Times on the now-famous rat study which found that high-fat meals impaired cognitive and athletic performance. Predictably, the study was dissed and dismissed by the low-carb and pro-fat bloggerati.(By the way, for those who dismissed the study because it involved rodents, data from a parallel human study are still being analyzed but appear to line up with the original findings.)Whatever the merits and implications of this particular study, I was struck by the following quote from Pope's article:It’s not clear why fatty foods would cause a short-term decline in cognitive function. One theory is that a high-fat diet can trigger insulin resistance, which means the body becomes less efficient at using the glucose, or blood s... 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=2762173 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 17:47:55 +0100 2762173 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2748159&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2009%2F08%2F30%2Fbe-healthy-4-life-presentation%2F Be Healthy 4 Life is a focused concept presentation that I developed to be a minimalist version of an earlier presentation, “How to Live a Healthy Life” for the SlideShare Best Presentation Contest that runs through early September. The presentation has gotten a lot of views and downloads, but not a lot of votes for the contest. Be Healthy 4 Life View more presentations from Kirsti Dyer MD, MS. This presentation was developed as a patient and student education resource for younger students, high school students, college students and adult patients. In the presentation the common steps that people should follow to life a healthy life are included. More Information: Dyer K. Be Healthy 4 Life. Squidoo.com (Source: Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50) Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2748159 Sun, 30 Aug 2009 18:12:23 +0100 2748159 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2734025&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=36224&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.wsjonline.com%2F%7Er%2Fwsj%2Fhealth%2Ffeed%2F%7E3%2FrMQK3jDJBNc%2F Adult men should eat and drink no more than 150 calories a day worth of sugars added to food and drinks, and women should set the limit at 100 calories, according to a new report from the American Heart Association. The limits apply to only to so-called “added sugars,” not to sugar that occurs naturally in many foods. But how much added sugar is contained in foods can be difficult to figure out. According to the FDA’s guide to reading food labels, “the sugars listed on the Nutrition Facts label include naturally occurring sugars (like those in fruit and milk) as well as those added to a food or drink.” So what’s a healthy consumer to do? One step is to check food labels for added sweetners. Here’s a list from womenshealth.gov of some types of adde... WSJ.com: Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2734025 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:37:09 +0100 2734025 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2730054&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=36224&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.wsjonline.com%2F%7Er%2Fwsj%2Fhealth%2Ffeed%2F%7E3%2FrMQK3jDJBNc%2F Adult men should eat and drink no more than 150 calories a day worth of sugars added to food and drinks, and women should set the limit at 100 calories, according to a new report from the American Heart Association. The limits apply to only to so-called “added sugars,” not to sugar that occurs naturally in many foods. But how much added sugar is contained in foods can be difficult to figure out. According to the FDA’s guide to reading food labels, “the sugars listed on the Nutrition Facts label include naturally occurring sugars (like those in fruit and milk) as well as those added to a food or drink.” So what’s a healthy consumer to do? One step is to check food labels for added sweetners. Here’s a list from womenshealth.gov of some types of adde... WSJ.com: Health Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2730054 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:37:09 +0100 2730054 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2716279&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FXQB0jOV6Hgo%2Fmore-evidence-that-saturated-fat-has-been-falsely-accused.html What if cancer, heart disease, and diabetes are really all the same disease? An excellent commentary in this month's issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association lays out a compelling and detailed map showing how obesity and insulin resistance interact to promote the growth of cancerous tumors. The authors argue that weight loss (if appropriate) should be a central feature of cancer prevention and treatment. Going a step further, the journal's editors suggest that obesity (and insulin resistance) is the common culprit in all of the Dreaded Three: cancer, diabetes and heart disease.  Now, if you ask the dietary establishment how to prevent obesity, cancer, and heart disease, they will most likely advise you to reduce your intake of t... 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=2716279 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 16:24:05 +0100 2716279 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2691796&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FlZPxG-NxO_0%2Ffour-steps-to-a-longer-healthier-life.html A giant study (involving over 20,000 subjects over 8 years) looked at how four "healthy lifestyle habits" affected the risk of common diseases like heart disease and cancer. The four habits they chose to track? 1. Never smoking 2. Maintaining a BMI of 30 or lower (Calculate your BMI here.) 3. Engaging in at least 3 1/2 hours of physical activity per week 4. Eating a healthy diet, which was defined as one high in fruits, vegetables, and whole grains and low in meat. (Don't shoot the messenger!) Less than 4% of the subjects had zero healthy behaviors. About twice as many (9%) could take credit for all four.  Here's what's making headlines: The Four-Behavior Group had: 93% lower risk of diabetes 81% lower risk of heart attack 50% lower risk of stroke 36% ... 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=2691796 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:45:59 +0100 2691796 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2660973&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FjCOMBv-0ce0%2Fmy-view-on-low-carb-diets-its-complicated.html Q.    From reading your blog it seems that a lot of your readers back low carb diets.  Being a student studying nutrition, everything I have read has said that a low carb diet is terrible for your health.  Can you address your views on this in your blog? A.   It's something that comes up a lot on the blog and always seems to elicit very strong opinions.  Several regular commenters are quite ardent about the evils of carbohydrates.  My views are somewhat more moderate.  I do think that refined carbohydrates are a big part of the problem with the Western diet.  I think that overconsumption of refined carbohydrates (especially in the context of a sedentary lifestyle) contributes to obesity, diabetes and re... 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=2660973 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 16:42:25 +0100 2660973 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2657940&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F07%2F30%2Fnutrition-info-on-the-net-separating-the-useful-from-the-b-s%2F My insurance company sent an awesome newsletter that I think everyone will appreciate. One of the whole reasons why I started this blog was (well, grad school to be honest and…) to help my friends and family with info and advice. This was all while I was an “RD TO BE”. Now that I am a dietitian, my perspective hasn’t changed much… I’m still a balance, realistic, and achievable kind of person… But there is this standard of ethics and being careful with words so as to not contribute to the VAST amount of misinformation out there on the net… and I have to say, the blogosphere can be a toxic waste dump for nutrition non-sense! Anyone agree? Well, here are some basic tips for sifting through the garbage… Health information that’s both valu... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2657940 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 20:58:07 +0100 2657940 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2622080&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FxJCQWBTti0Y%2Fsoy-sauce-may-help-you-reduce-salt-despite-its-high-sodium-levels.html If you're watching your sodium intake,  you probably steer well clear of soy sauce. A single tablespoon contains 1,000mg of sodium.  But it looks as if the sodium in soy sauce may go a lot further when it comes to seasoning your food. Researchers found that when they used soy sauce instead of salt in various dishes, they could reduce the total sodium content by up to 50% without tasters even noticing.  The researchers theorize that the more complex flavor and odor profile of soy sauce creates the sensation of saltiness and savour with less sodium. Interesting, huh? Try it yourself and see what you find.  I suggest that you measure any soy sauce you add to food or recipes, at least at first, so you can compare the amount of sodium to what you'd ordina... 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=2622080 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 13:36:00 +0100 2622080 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2580508&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2Ffscv4IdT_po%2Fsaturated-fat-no-longer-the-villain-was-it-ever.html I was glad to see this post from Dr. Steve Parker on our heart health blog: Are Saturated Fats Really That Bad?  Although the folks at the Weston Price Foundation have been arguing for years that saturated fats are good for you, I've always found their manifestos to be those of people who have already made up their minds and then gone looking for the evidence to support their point of view, ignoring or misrepresenting any evidence that seems to get in the way.  So, it was nice to see a more impartial review of this particular issue. I was particularly interested because I've been getting a lot of questions about coconut oil--a vegetable source of saturated fat. It's alleged health benefits are being heavily promoted but there's not much solid evidence to b... 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=2580508 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 16:15:03 +0100 2580508 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2571301&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FYvbWHftB7qc%2Fcrp-inflammation-and-heart-disease.html Much has been made this week about some new studies showing that C-reactive protein, a compound that signals systemic inflammation, does not cause heart disease. See this description of the research from CNN (Study suggests C-reactive protein doesn't cause heart disease) and this reaction from the LA TImes: If C-Reactive protein isn't a cause of heart disease, what is? Frankly, I'm not sure what the fuss is all about.  The media is acting as if the link between inflammation and heart disease has been thrown into question. It hasn't. C-reactive protein is one of several markers for systemic inflammation. Elevated CRP levels indicate an increased risk for heart disease--and many other diseases as well.  While I guess it was important to make sure one w... 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=2571301 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 17:49:25 +0100 2571301 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2442958&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FWiRTV0lyC_0%2Fomega6-fats-have-they-gotten-a-bad-rap.html I don't know how much of this has percolated through to the mainstream media, but lately I've noticed quite a few articles and editorials directed at medical and nutrition professionals arguing that omega-6 fats have been unfairly maligned. Out of balance The idea that has taken hold in the popular consciousness is that we need to eat more omega-3 fats and less omega-6.  It's often pointed out that our ancestral (hunter/gatherer) diet provided roughly equal amounts of these two essential fatty acids and that the modern (post-agriculture) diet provides ten to twenty times as much omega-6 as omega-3.  This imbalance is thought to promote low-level systemic inflammation and hasten aging and disease. We can address the imbalance by eating more omega-3 (found in fish, fl... 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=2442958 Fri, 29 May 2009 14:49:00 +0100 2442958 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2442960&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FFyegqgkcJGM%2Fcardio-fitness-does-still-matter.html Have you noticed a bit of a backlash against cardiovascular exercise lately? The Cardio Free Diet, by Jim Karas, is a good example. The author argues that toiling away on a treadmill or stationary bike is the least efficient way to lose weight. I agree. In terms of burning fat and calories, you get more bang from your buck by spending that time on moderate- to high-intensity strength training. However, cardiovascular fitness is still important.  Although it may not be the shortest path to a sleek and toned physique, maintaining a moderate to high level of cardiovascular fitness slashes your risk of heart disease and increases your life expectancy, as reiterated by this latest report. The authors of this review pooled data from a number of large studies and found that people with ma... 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=2442960 Tue, 26 May 2009 14:40:15 +0100 2442960 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2382873&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FBaGaGRaLOiM%2Feggs-for-breakf.html Do you remember those photos they used to put on cereal boxes, showing the cereal "as part of a complete breakfast." Invariably, they would include a bowl of cereal, topped with a few photogenic banana slices, a glass of milk, a glass of orange juice, and (inexplicably) a slice of toast with a pat of butter or margarine perched on top. In the current era of carb-consciousness, few would think of this as a healthy breakfast today. Instead, eggs are back in favor, having been rehabilitated from their undeserved bad rap as artery-clogging cholesterol bombs. The latest research indicates that eggs and other high-protein foods are an ideal choice for breakfast.  Eating eggs is not associated with elevated cholesterol or increased risk o... 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=2382873 Fri, 01 May 2009 16:32:00 +0100 2382873 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2376906&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2F_h11nkv_8-o%2Fnuts-and-fish-b.html My recent post on the effects of low-carb and low-fat diets touched off a heated debate among ND readers on which heart risk factors are most significant.  Various commenters argued that triglycerides were more important than cholesterol, or that HDL was more significant than LDL, or that various ratios were the key to assessing heart health risk.  Well, there's something for everyone in this latest study, which found that eating both walnuts and fish reduces a variety of heart health risk factors.  Eating four ounces of salmon twice a week lowered triglycerides about 12% and increased HDL levels by about 3%. Eating an ounce an a half of walnuts every day, on the other hand, lowered total cholesterol about 5% and LDL cholesterol by about 9%, thereby improving the ratio of ... 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=2376906 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 16:59:44 +0100 2376906 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2342060&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2F6M297PwB6aY%2Fagave-hype.html Q. I have seen lots of hype about "agave nectar" being low in calories and having a low-glycemic-index. But in comparing the data, I found that it contains almost exactly as many calories as something like honey which is definitely not low-calorie. Are there any other factors that would affect the body's glycemic response besides caloric density? A. I'm really glad you asked this question!  Many people, who have seen agave touted as a healthier sweetener, mistakenly believe that it's lower in calories. But you're absolutely right: Agave syrup or nectar contains virtually the same amount of calories as other liquid sweeteners like honey and maple syrup. However, caloric density is not the only thing that determines glycemic impact, or how a food is likely to affect your b... 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=2342060 Fri, 17 Apr 2009 13:14:00 +0100 2342060 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2342063&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FSs11Mh8t1fo%2Fanother-log-on.html The debate rages on:  Since the dawn of low-carb dieting back in the 70s, experts have worried that a low-carb, high-fat diet, such as that promoted by the late Dr. Atkins, would increase your risk of heart disease. Proponents of low-carb dieting insist that carbs, not fats, are the true culprit in heart disease.  Over the years, numerous studies have provided evidence to support both arguments--without leading to any real resolution or consensus. This week, a new study published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association adds another log to the fire.  Researchers at the University of Maryland in Baltimore compared the maintenance phases of three popular diets: Ornish (extremely low fat), Atkins (extremely low carb), and South Beach (moderate "smart" carb... 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=2342063 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 16:11:13 +0100 2342063 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2302701&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2Fvv0Lc4HYZGI%2Fmeat-and-mortal.html In this study, the researchers attempted to "adjust" for as many variables as they could. They took into account the subjects' age, race, physical activity, vegetable intake, vitamin supplements, alcohol use, body weight, smoking habits, and family health history.    But you can never account for everything. For example, they did NOT account for things like sugar, sodium, monounsaturated fat, or trans fat intake--dietary factors that all have a strong link to either cancer, heart disease, or both.  I wish we could see how adjusting for those factors affected the findings. Seeing Red But my main complaint with this study is not whether they accounted for enough (or the right) confounders but with the most basic aspect of the study's design. The division of meat i... 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=2302701 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 17:19:41 +0100 2302701 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2235730&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2009%2F03%2F03%2Flow-cost-programs-increase-children-activity-self-esteem%2F These slides are part of a poster Presentation “Low-Cost Programs to Increase Children’s Physical Activity and Inspire Healthy Lifestyles” for the 2009 Network for a Healthy California “Inspiring Healthy Change Together” Conference held in March 2009 in Sacramento, CA. We’re All Winners We’re All Winners Poster Presentation Slides Walking in October Walking in October Poster Presentation Slides Network for a Healthy California The focus of the 11th Network for a Healthy California Conference s on “Inspiring Healthy Change Together.” The conference held in early March is two days of inspiration and ideas to collectively focus the spotlight on perspectives and actions that lead to positive change. Participants will learn from over 100 speakers and poster p... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2235730 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 19:52:14 +0100 2235730 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2224720&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=38271&url=http%3A%2F%2Frebeccascritchfield.wordpress.com%2F2009%2F02%2F28%2Fpinto-beans-with-collard-greens%2F Did you know beans can be an inexpensive substitute for meat? They provide healthy protein and iron like meats (along with carbohydrates and fiber). From the World’s Healthiest Foods website… try this pinto bean and collard greens recipe. Add a flavorful twist to your collard greens by combining them with tomatoes and pinto beans. Using canned beans also makes this recipe quick and easy. One serving provides you with 1740% of the daily value (DV) for vitamin K and 536% DV for vitamin A. Enjoy! Prep and Cook Time: Prep and cooking time: 30 minutes Ingredients: 1 medium sized onion, chopped 4 cloves garlic, chopped 1½ lbs collard greens 3 TBS + ½ cup vegetable broth 1 15 oz can of diced tomatoes, drained 1 15 oz can pinto beans, drained 2 TBS lemon juice 3 TBS olive oil salt a... Balanced Health and Nutrition Rebecca Scritchfield's Blog blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2224720 Sat, 28 Feb 2009 12:56:42 +0100 2224720 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2654074&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2009%2F02%2F24%2Fmore-potassium-less-sodium%2F A new study published in January’s Issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine is demonstrating that the ratio of sodium to potassium may be more important than the amount of sodium or potassium alone. Senior author Dr. Paul Whelton from Loyloa University Health System was quoted as saying: There isn’t as much focus on potassium, but potassium seems to be effective in lowering blood pressure and the combination of a higher intake of potassium and lower consumption of sodium seems to be more effective than either on its own in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Potassium Rich Foods In general, the more processed a food is, the more sodium and less potassium a food has. The diagram from the textbook Understanding Nutrition shows the differences in how much sodium vs. pot... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2654074 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:50:49 +0100 2654074 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2228351&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2009%2F02%2F24%2Fmore-potassium-less-sodium%2F A new study published in January’s Issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine is demonstrating that the ratio of sodium to potassium may be more important than the amount of sodium or potassium alone. Senior author Dr. Paul Whelton from Loyloa University Health System was quoted as saying: There isn’t as much focus on potassium, but potassium seems to be effective in lowering blood pressure and the combination of a higher intake of potassium and lower consumption of sodium seems to be more effective than either on its own in reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease. Potassium Rich Foods In general, the more processed a food is, the more sodium and less potassium a food has. The diagram from the textbook Understanding Nutrition shows the differences in how much sodium vs. pot... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2228351 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 18:50:49 +0100 2228351 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2195832&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2F6d3DjVFoBoQ%2Fcoffee-and-chol.html Q. There have been a couple articles in the lay press suggesting there is a correlation between increased bad cholesterol and the use of a French Press coffee maker.  Is this just silliness or is there some truth in this correlation that would encourage one to use a drip coffee maker more freqently?  A. There is, in fact, research showing that drinking unfiltered coffee acts can raise cholesterol levels, but only in men.  In fact, the same studies found that drinking unfiltered coffee increased HDL (or "good") cholesterol levels in women!  It's not the caffeine, by the way, but another compound found in coffee that appears to affect cholesterol. This compound is effectively removed by passing the coffee through a filter, as in drip coffee.  If you hav... 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=2195832 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:07:00 +0100 2195832 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2174073&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FX5D6p9L8JQ0%2Feating-chocolat.html February might originally have been chosen as Chocolate Lovers' Month because of Valentine's Day, a holiday traditionally linked with chocolate. But the fact that February is also Heart Health Month couldn't be more appropriate. Consumption of dark chocolate has been consistently linked with a host of heart-health benefits, including lowering blood pressure and inflammation, and improving cholesterol profiles and insulin resistance.  As the research has stacked up, sales of dark chocolate have increased 50%! Most people assume that the higher the cacao percentage of the chocolate, the better it is for you. Not necessarily!  Here's an updated guide to selecting the most beneficial chocolates: Region  As with gourmet coffee, you can now buy gourmet dark chocolate with a ... 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=2174073 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 13:45:00 +0100 2174073 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2174075&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FNjBVElaXAzw%2Fhigh-fat-diet-n.html A study done at Georgetown University using mice found that a high fat diet did not provoke obesity. However, a high-fat diet combined with chronic stress, did.  Another study, recently published in Circulation, found that mice exposed to air pollution were more likely to develop insulin resistance and abdominal obesity compared with mice who ate the same high-fat diet but enjoyed cleaner air. We've known for a while that stress and heart disease are linked. Although these are rodent studies, I think its becoming clear that stress and environment may play a role in obesity and Type 2 diabetes, as well--and that we're going to need to think more holistically about tackling these problems. We spend a lot of time trying to figure out how individual nutrients and dietary factors affec... 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=2174075 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 16:37:25 +0100 2174075 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2116747&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FNKZ0cNa3t68%2Ffarmed-salmon-g.html The latest nutrient data from the USDA shows that farmed Atlantic salmon has undergone what is perhaps the most dramatic nutritional makeover in history.  Salmon is known for being rich in anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids and, as you know, the anti-inflammatory diet is very big these days. (The recognition of inflammation as a key factor in heart disease and other common diseases was hailed by Time Magazine as one of the Top Ten Medical Breakthroughs of 2008.) Several years ago, I caused quite a stir by pointing out that farmed salmon was actually highly inflammatory. When I first published the IF Ratings, a 3-ounce serving had an IF Rating of -491. (For more background, see this related post on IF Ratings.)  As I (and others) pointed out, farmed Atlantic salmon was qui... 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=2116747 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 18:09:00 +0100 2116747 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2005718&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F12%2F02%2Fthe-30-sugar-free-days-challenge%2F Think you could give up sugar? Want to try? Then maybe you should sign up for the 30 Days Without Sugar Challenge that Scott Olson is putting together to celebrate next month’s inaugural National Sugar Free Month. As Scott says “The New Year is a time for looking ahead, a time for renewal and reflection, a time to set new goals, and (typically) a time for weight loss. Why not make this year’s commitment to lose weight a more permanent healthy step by making a pledge to do without sugar for 30 days.” The author of the book Sugarettes, Scott is making it his mission to increase awareness of the addictive qualities of sugar and the health hazards of that addiction. Here’s what he has to say about ‘What Makes Sugar Harmful?’ Sugar is both addictive and harmful; this makes for a p... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2005718 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 16:00:00 +0100 2005718 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=2005719&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F12%2F01%2Fhealthbolt-giveaways-win-one-of-three-copies-of-sugarettes-by-dr-scott-olson%2F Sugar. It’s everywhere. In fact, it’s almost impossible to avoid and according to Dr Scott Olson, in his book Sugarettes, it’s as addictive as cigarettes. I’ve just finished reading Sugarettes and I got to say, it was a real eye opener. Who knew that sugar was so prevalent in society today? Seems that everything we eat and drink has sugar in it and the more processed the food, the more the sugar content.  In Sugarettes, Scott Olson looks at how sugar affects the body and why we should look at it as an addiction and a leading cause of not only obesity but also other medical illnesses of our times. This is a must read for anyone interested in improving their diet and their health.          Healthbolt has three copies of this fascinating book to giveaway to anyone anywher... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=2005719 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 22:14:35 +0100 2005719 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1964715&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2F454125684%2Fstatins-for-eve.html A study just published in the New England Journal of Medicine finds that some people with normal cholesterol levels may benefit from taking cholesterol-lowering drugs (statins), even more than those with elevated cholesterol do! What are we looking at here? In addition to lowering cholesterol, statins also turn out to have potent anti-inflammatory actions. For those with systemic inflammation, statins appear to dramatically lower the risk of heart attack and stroke--not by lowering cholesterol but by reducing inflammation.  Paul Ridker, a cardiologist at Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, is quoted in this summary of the study from NPR.:"When I, as a cardiologist, prescribe statins to patients with high cholesterol, I do so because I believe they'll lower the risk of a ... 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=1964715 Sat, 15 Nov 2008 16:36:24 +0100 1964715 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1866452&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F10%2F04%2Fwhat-cereals-can-i-feed-my-child-healthy-wic-approved-cereals%2F This week’s release of the report by Consumer Reports may have parents wondering what cereals they should be feeding their child/children.  One way is to see what cereals are recommended by the WIC program. WIC is a federally-funded health and nutrition program for women, infants, and children.  WIC helps families by providing checks for buying healthy supplemental foods from WIC-authorized vendors, nutrition education, and help finding healthcare and other community services. What makes a cereal a WIC Approved Cereal? WIC-approved cereals are ones that are low in sugar and have a lot of nutrients, vitamins and minerals in them. Two of the vitamins included in many of the cereals: Iron Folic Acid List of WIC Approved Cereals in California for Children All of these cereal are lo... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1866452 Thu, 09 Oct 2008 16:00:28 +0100 1866452 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1841984&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F09%2F30%2Fgovenor-signs-menu-labeling-bil%2F On September 30, 2008 Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed Senate Bill 1420 into law. With this law passing, California will be the first state in the nation to require calories to be posted on menus and menu boards. The bill was sponsored by the California Center for Public Health Advocacy and the American Cancer Society. The law written by Senator Alex Padilla requires restaurant chains with 20 or more locations statewide to post calorie information on menus and indoor menu boards for consumers. Carol Jackson, the California Division Chair of the Board of the American Cancer Society had this to say about the passage of the bill “We are so excited that the Governor signed menu labeling this year. It is a trendsetting bill that will set the standard for the nation by increasing the ... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1841984 Wed, 01 Oct 2008 04:48:15 +0100 1841984 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1811676&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F09%2F17%2Fmore-about-food-allergies%2F According to The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network, eight foods account for 90% of all food-allergic reactions. The eight foods most likely to cause a food allergic reaction: Milk Egg Peanut Tree nuts (walnut, cashew, etc.) Fish Shellfish Soy Wheat In adults, the foods that most often trigger allergic reactions include * Fish and shellfish, such as shrimp, lobster and crab * Peanuts * Tree nuts, such as walnuts * Eggs Problem foods for children are eggs, milk (especially in infants and young children) and peanuts. Food Allergy Food allergy is an abnormal response to a food triggered by your body’s immune system. Allergic reactions to food can sometimes cause serious illness and death. Tree nuts and peanuts are the leading causes of deadly allergic reactions called anaphylaxis. ... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1811676 Wed, 17 Sep 2008 16:04:41 +0100 1811676 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1811677&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F09%2F16%2Fmay-contain-traces-of-nuts%2F he Food and Drug Administration is finally looking at ways to force food makers to use a standard label system for allergens. They have agreed to host a public hearing in order to decide what the best course of action would be. At issue is the statement “May Contain Traces of Nuts.” Many believe this statement is too ambiguous to prevent deadly reactions. Instead labels should list what they certainly contain. Clearer labels would be helpful for the 12 million Americans living with food allergies. Under the current system food companies are required by the Food Allergen Labeling and Consumer Protection Act of 2004 (FALCPA) to place labels on packaged foods containing most common food allergens, such as milk, eggs, fish, Crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, wheat, peanuts and soybea... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1811677 Wed, 17 Sep 2008 04:41:48 +0100 1811677 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1791974&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F09%2F14%2Fsafe-seafood-west-coast%2F Seafood Watch from the Monterey Bay Aquarium Still looking to answer the question about what are safe seafoods to eat, the pocket guide from the Monterey Bay Aquarium will help you figure out the right seafood options for your region. Carry one with you to help you choose ocean-friendly seafood wherever you live or travel. Choose the guide for your region. The different guides include the National Guide, West Coast Guide, Southwest Guide, Hawaii Guide, Central U.S. Guide, Southeast Guide and Northeast Guide. Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch program has been recognized for its influential role in transforming seafood buying habits across the United States. The information below comes from the West Coast Guide. For concerns about Mercury levels in fish, look for those fish with *... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1791974 Sun, 14 Sep 2008 19:28:13 +0100 1791974 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1791975&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F09%2F13%2Feco-best-seafood-choices%2F The following list of Eco-Best, Eco- and Eco-Worst Seafood choices comes from Environmental Defense Fund Data. This information will help you make more informed decisions when buying and eating seafood and choose fish that are good for you and the ocean. Top 10 Eco Best Top 10 Eco-OK Anchovies Char, Arctic (farmed) Mackerel, Atlantic Mussels Oysters (farmed) Sablefish (Alaska, Canada) Salmon, wild (Alaska) Sardines, Pacific (U.S.) Trout, rainbow (farmed) Tuna, albacore (U.S., Canada) Clams (wild) Cod, Pacific (trawl) Crab, snow/tanner Flounder/sole (Pacific) Lobster, American/Maine Scallop, sea (N.E., Canada) Shrimp (U.S. wild) Squid Tilapia (Latin America) Tuna, canned light Top 10 Eco-Worst Chilean sea bass Grouper Monkfish Orange roughy Salmon, farmed/Atlantic Shark Sw... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1791975 Sat, 13 Sep 2008 16:50:50 +0100 1791975 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1773569&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F09%2F07%2Fsprouts-recall-because-of-salmonellosis-outbreak%2F The Oregon Department of Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a recall of Sprouter’s Northwest brand alfalfa sprouts following an outbreak of salmonella or salmonellosis. The Oregon Department of Human Services reported that the company voluntarily recalled the product linked to at least 13 salmonellosis cases, nine people in Washington State and four in Oregon. The alfalfa sprouts were distributed to grocery stores, restaurants and other retail outlets in Oregon and Washington. More about Salmonellosis Salmonellosis is an infection with bacteria called Salmonella. Most persons infected with Salmonella develop diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps 12 to 72 hours after infection. The illness usually lasts 4 to 7 days, and most persons recover without treatme... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1773569 Mon, 08 Sep 2008 06:51:38 +0100 1773569 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1759849&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F09%2F04%2Fwhy-food-matters-a-review-of-food-matters-documentary%2F Food matters. We all know that. But do we really know how much food matters to our health and wellbeing? That seems to be the central question that Food Matters, a fascinating and riveting documentary, asks. This 80 minute documentary brings together the thoughts and opinions of some of the world’s leaders in nutrition and natural healing. It argues that we live in a world of failing health care systems, where the focus is on symptoms of disease rather that the causes of disease. It’s a world where we are constantly being told that there is a ‘pill for every ill’. And along the way, somehow, the use of nutrition as a cure or preventative solution has gotten lost. Whatever happened, the documentary asks, to the belief held by Hippocrates, father of medicine, t... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1759849 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 10:03:34 +0100 1759849 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1773570&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F09%2F03%2Firradiating-spinach-and-iceberg-lettuce-to-zap-bacteria-and-extend-shelf-life%2F On August 22, 2008, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) published a final rule that allows the use of irradiation to make fresh iceberg lettuce and fresh spinach safer and last longer without spoiling. The FDA ruling allows spinach and lettuce sellers to take an extra step, a long-awaited move amid increasing illness outbreaks caused by raw produce. Irradiation has been shown to kill E. coli, salmonella and listeria and lengthen shelf life, without compromising the safety, texture or nutrient value of raw spinach and iceberg lettuce. The FDA is reassuring the public that the process will not make food any less appealing or less healthful than non-irradiated varieties. For More information see the FDA’s website or download a Printer-Friendly PDF File. Sources: FDA. Irradiation: A S... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1773570 Thu, 04 Sep 2008 04:33:23 +0100 1773570 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1747764&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=37833&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnutrition.edublogs.org%2F2008%2F08%2F30%2Fmore-on-fasting-during-ramadan%2F An article that came out in today’s Salt Lake Tribune looks at some young athletes who have observed Ramadan even during football season by not eating or drinking from sunrise to sunset. In the article one young player discusses some of the challenges he experienced when not eating and not drinking water during the day and still practicing football. I had mentioned Ramadan as an example in the Introduction to Nutrition Lecture this week that people’s religious beliefs can impact their eating habits, or in this case their lack of eating habits. My biggest concern here is the not drinking. Not drinking water during especially hot athletic practices, could potentially lead to dehydration. You can read more about preventing dehydration in children (or adults) in the two articles th... Nutrition and Wellness Biology 50 blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1747764 Sun, 31 Aug 2008 07:08:00 +0100 1747764 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1735760&cid=t_402964_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=1714712&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2F368258579%2Fjustification-f.html A researcher at the University of Michigan found that half of overweight people and a third of obese people were within normal ranges for several common risk factors for heart disease.  They measured blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides and blood sugar and if only one (or none) of these were in abnormal ranges, they were considered "healthy." (Read the AP story.) But the news might not be quite as good for the overweight as the headlines would lead you to believe. For one thing, they did not check for the presence of heart disease, only for risk factors. The two do not always travel together. In my view, these observations don't change the basic facts: Being overweight increases your risk of heart disease, diabetes, many types of cancer, depression, joint pain, impo... 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=1714712 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 17:07:21 +0100 1714712 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1713847&cid=t_402964_86_f&fid=36669&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffadelibrary.wordpress.com%2F2008%2F08%2F18%2Ffood-matters-towards-a-strategy-for-the-21st-century%2F (Executive summary) from the Cabinet Office aims to review the main trends in food production and consumption in the UK; to analyse the implications of those trends for the economy, society and the environment; to assess the robustness of the current policy framework for food; and to determine what the objectives of future food strategy should be and the measures needed to achieve them.  This the final report sets out a future strategic framework for food policy and practical measures for addressing issues around food and health, food and the environment and other concerns. (Source: Fade Library) Fade Library blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1713847 Mon, 18 Aug 2008 15:44:04 +0100 1713847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1696847&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.feedburner.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2F361957754%2Fcholesterol-fri.html Q. Everything I read says that salmon, tuna and other oily fish are good foods for lowering cholesterol. But on Nutrition Data, you note the high cholesterol content of these foods as "the bad." Is everyone else misguided? A. I'm afraid you've put your finger on something that's been bothering me lately.   You're absolutely right: Salmon and other oily fish are touted as good foods for reducing cholesterol because they are high in omega-3 fatty acids, which can help lower cholesterol levels.  They also happen to be high in cholesterol, a nutrient that the USDA recommends we limit our consumption of. In the ND opinion box, we summarize the nutritional highlights of foods.  If a food is a good or very good source of a nutrient such as vitamin C or selenium, w... 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=1696847 Mon, 11 Aug 2008 13:40:00 +0100 1696847 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1575406&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F07%2F03%2Fits-fourth-of-july-weekend-heres-what-you-should-be-eating%2F Image details: Healthy beets served by picapp.com (Source: Healthbolt) Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1575406 Fri, 04 Jul 2008 01:48:13 +0100 1575406 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1532542&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36988&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.happynutritionistsnuggets.com%2F2008%2F06%2Fhow-do-i-improve-my-eating-habits.html I have posted a similar post to another blog, and thought it worth sharing here, I hope you find this helpful!One of the things I like to do is have my clients complete simple questions using the Health Analyzer at my online store, it's very easy, you check boxes if the phrase applies to you, then click and are taken to results that look like this (these are my results when I did this today):I also have this available in paper form for those who do not have internet access or meet with me in person. Under the results in the image above, you see an explanation key. Use that to decide whether you think your condition is one that could use nutritional support. If your rating is fair or poor, then click on the name of the system that is in need of help, and a page will open with suggested herb... Happy Nutritionist's Nuggets blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1532542 Fri, 20 Jun 2008 20:36:00 +0100 1532542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1397627&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F24%2Fmovie-theater-cuisine-so-good-but-so-bad%2F Image details: Scooping Popcorn served by picapp.com I stumbled across an article today in the current issue of Men’s Health, and it pert near brought me to tears. Why so? Because they gave a no holds barred rundown of movie theater goodies - admittedly the reason I even attend movies sometimes - and let me tell you, it ain’t pretty. Yes, I realize you already knew that movie theater fare doesn’t qualify as health food. But I bet you unless you’ve made a conscious effort to research this sort of thing, you’ll be astounded by the calorie and fat content of these delectable delights. What’s more, the article also pings us with the news that it’s not possible to pay attention to both a movie and to how much we eat at the same time, so we end up takin... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1397627 Fri, 25 Apr 2008 02:44:52 +0100 1397627 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1367908&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F11%2Fa-big-bolt-welcome-to-our-two-newest-blogs%2F It’s been a while since we’ve added some new blood to the Science & Health channel, but alas, two awesome blogs have now joined our dysfunctional, er, happy little family. First up: Weighting Line. Hope and Robin dish up all kinds of goodness on how to lose weight effectively and for good. But these gals aren’t just preaching “do’s” and “don’ts”. They’re actually living them. Join them in the quest for weight loss and good health - we’re all in it together. Next: Pink Ribbon Review. A breast cancer survivor herself, Karen has been there and will lead you through some of trials and tribulations of the disease, as well as the triumphs. This promises to be an active and supportive community for both patients and their love... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1367908 Sat, 12 Apr 2008 02:59:41 +0100 1367908 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1349496&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F04%2F03%2Feasy-health-tip-cut-bad-cholesterol-with-this-little-wonder%2F picApp_publisherId = 473;picApp_imageId = 11954;picApp_imageWidth = 271;picApp_imageHeight = 408;picApp_configUrl = "http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/GetConfig.aspx";picApp_Picview="http://pis.picapp.com/IamProd/FlashSite/en/picviewerv1_1.swf";picapp_numberOfLine=1;ImageServe(); That’s right! According to a recent article in Woman’s World magazine (April 7th edition), red grapefruit can help lower your “bad” (aka LDL) cholesterol levels by as much as 20%. This seems to be the case whether or not your high cholesterol is responsive to statin drugs or whether you make any diet or lifestyle changes. So what’s behind this little Wonder Fruit? Experts claim the antioxidants in red grapefruit have the power to inhibit the liver’s tendency to overproduce... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1349496 Fri, 04 Apr 2008 02:37:33 +0100 1349496 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1290971&cid=t_402964_122_f&fid=35056&url=http%3A%2F%2Frenegadeneurologist.com%2Fstudy-shows-moderate-amounts-of-caffeine-can-double-miscarriage-risk%2F From NaturalNews.com A recently released study shows that women who drink moderate amounts of caffeine during their pregnancy can double their chance of miscarriage. The study was published in The American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology on January 21st. Dr. De-Kun Li, the lead author and investigator in the study, found that women who consumed 200 milligrams or more per day significantly increased the probability of miscarriage. 200 milligrams is equivalent to about two cups of coffee. Other known risk factors of the mother were taken into consideration, such as smoking habits and age of the mother. The Keiser Permanente study monitored 1,063 women starting early in their pregnancies. The women self reported their caffeine consumption. Among women who did not consume any caffeine at... Renegade Neurologist - A Blog by David Perlmutter, MD, FACN blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1290971 Mon, 10 Mar 2008 13:35:31 +0100 1290971 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1277816&cid=t_402964_122_f&fid=35056&url=http%3A%2F%2Frenegadeneurologist.com%2Fif-you-are-a-wine-drinker-here-are-facts-you-should-know%2F In conclusion, the decision to drink wine is a personal one. It’s not a judgment call that any of us should make for others. The important thing is to be educated about what wine is, how it should be consumed, and whether you feel it’s for you. (Source: Renegade Neurologist - A Blog by David Perlmutter, MD, FACN) Renegade Neurologist - A Blog by David Perlmutter, MD, FACN blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1277816 Tue, 04 Mar 2008 16:59:51 +0100 1277816 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=3733323&cid=t_402964_167_f&fid=36989&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeedproxy.google.com%2F%7Er%2FNutritionData%2F%7E3%2FoTcpXZMH7Qw%2Fwinter-warning.html Unless you are lucky enough to live in a location that enjoys year-round sunshine and mild temperatures, you are likely to experience a drop in your Vitamin D levels during the winter. Getting direct sun on your skin is one of the chief ways in which you get vitamin D. With the colder weather, we spend less time outdoors and when we are outdoors, we try to cover as much skin as possible. But even in a mild winter, the northern half of the country simply doesn't receive enough UV to power sufficient skin production of the vitamin. As a result, your vitamin D levels are probably at their lowest toward the end of the cold weather season.  Some experts are concerned that the increased use of high-powered sunscreens threatens to make vitamin D deficiency a year-round phenomenon. In fact, a... 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=3733323 Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:32:26 +0100 3733323 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=1216487&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2008%2F02%2F07%2Fdangit-now-diet-soda-is-bad-for-you-too%2F Photo Credit Okay, okay. It’s taking me a while, but I’m starting to get the hint that soda, in all its glorious forms, is bad for you. Are you getting that idea, too? First there was the upheaval over caffeine. Then came the whole dark soda attack. Now, my beloved diet soda is under fire, but this time, we are faced with perhaps the most compelling reason to quit the stuff that I’ve seen yet. The thing is, some darned scientists decided study the dietary habits and overall health of more than 9,500 men and women ages 45 to 64 over a period of nine years. Sure, they found that the usual suspects of fried foods, refined grains and red meat contributed to an 18 percent increase in the risk for metabolic syndrome (the collection of risk factors associated with cardiovascular... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=1216487 Fri, 08 Feb 2008 03:29:00 +0100 1216487 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=885340&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F09%2F19%2Fsuper-foods-uncaped%2F I believe I can fly! I believe I can touch the sky! “Superfoods”: do they stand up to the soaring hype? Chow takes a bite out of these caped crusaders of health to uncover which ones are fit for all you ninjas, and which ones are just regular old grub. Chocolate: Yes, the 70%+ dark variety is rich in antioxidants and tryptophan (translation: good for your heart and your mood). No, this is not a license to dine religiously on truffles and champagne. Not like that’s something any of us would do. On Wednesdays. Wine: Again with the flavonoids! In addition to the antioxidants every vegetable seems to come with, wine is also packed with resveratrol, a potential cancer-fighter. But you really, really do have to be moderate about this. You want to help your heart out, but don&#... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=885340 Wed, 19 Sep 2007 23:18:05 +0100 885340 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=840514&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F09%2F04%2Fventer-genome-sodium-sex%2F DNA, b*tches! First Human Genome Published Scientist Craig Venter has made history by publishing his complete genetic blueprint for science (and the darn posterity). Six years ago, a composite human genome map was published with Venter’s pushing. It’s worth wading through the numerous colorful adjectives describing this apparent wild cat of science to learn more about the significance of a unique human genome being published. Already, Venter’s genome suggests five times more genetic variation in humans than previously believed. Helpful suggestion: if you are tired of all your money just sitting around in those annoying piles, you can get your own genome map for $100,000. Larry King, Paul Allen, and Stephen Hawking have already signed up. Reduced Salt Foods Will Not Go Ran... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=840514 Tue, 04 Sep 2007 17:10:54 +0100 840514 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=817647&cid=t_402964_133_f&fid=35096&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffeeds.b5media.com%2F%7Er%2Fb5media%2FAutismVox%2F%7E3%2F147269066%2F French fries, chicken nuggets, pizza: What do these three foods have in common? They are what is called “fast food.” They are not exactly “healthy,” being deep-fried in oil or (in the case of the pizza) dripping oil and grease. They taste really good (to the general population). They are all that your child eats. Picky or fussy eating—-”neophobia“— is a phenomenon not at all unknown to parents of many autistic children; my friend Whitterer on Autism writes often on this (and well conveys the parental anxiety over “should I make a stab at getting two of the four food groups into my child today” or “fine, just eat something.”) A child not eating the broccoli or the Brussel sprouts, or turning up her or his nose at anyt... Autism Vox blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=817647 Thu, 23 Aug 2007 10:44:32 +0100 817647 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=790542&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F08%2F09%2Fsalad-days%2F Just be glad I didn’t toss “summer” and “svelte” into that headline. 6 intelligent choices for those days when you really can’t deal with another salad: 1. A burrito bowl instead of a regular burrito. Substitute brown rice or black beans for the white rice. 2. Tuna salad with sliced tomatoes instead of a tuna melt. You’ll save about 400 calories and about 40 grams of carbs. Still hungry? If you’re brown-bagging it, include an apple and a handful of almonds. If you’re at a restaurant, order a side of either cottage cheese or fruit. 3. Go for soup. But steer clear of soups with creamy bases or lots of noodles! Choose lighter soups like minestrone, French onion, vegetable, or tomato soup. If you need more substance, top with grated cheese... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=790542 Thu, 09 Aug 2007 22:56:54 +0100 790542 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=773321&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F08%2F01%2Fcyber-sex-alcohol-myth-caffeine%2F Sausage Dye Is a Carcinogen Cured meats have long been linked to cancer. Now we learn that a red dye used in many types of sausages may compound the risk. Cyberchondriacs Internet self-diagnosis of health problems, or cyberchondria, is a growing problem amongst the health obsessed. In fact, 160 million Americans go to the web before the doctor when a new health problem pops up. Strange. It’s like the internet is a part of our lives or something. Hundreds and Hundreds of Reasons to Have More Sex In case you needed convincing. A blogger pal of mine deserves the credit for alerting me to this scrumptious round-up of the many health benefits of gettin’ down. Now that’s friendship. Liquor May Get Nutrition Labels The feds are considering requiring nutrition information to be ... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=773321 Wed, 01 Aug 2007 19:35:05 +0100 773321 http://www.medworm.com/index.php?rid=767535&cid=t_402964_87_f&fid=34872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healthbolt.net%2F2007%2F07%2F30%2Fwings%2F More Junk Food That Isn’t: Wings! Hey McFly: next time you’re out painting the town red (or magenta, perhaps) don’t blow your health goals by chowing down on a monster burger and fries or a behemoth plate of greasy “meat” nachos. Order some hot wings instead! 6 to 8 wings - sans the blue cheese or ranch sauce - will only set you back about 300 calories, and most of the winged offerings out there naturally provide a perfect split between protein, carbs, and fat. Note: for those who are worried about 10 grams of fat, I have two words for you: Susan Powter. You needn’t worry about a little fat. Bad things can happen without fat - things like irritability, weight gain, depression, and more. Fat provides energy and makes the absorption of many vital antioxi... Healthbolt blogs http://www.medworm.com/rss/comments.php?id=767535 Tue, 31 Jul 2007 00:39:31 +0100 767535