Topic: Diet

Children as young as four weeks old are being fed a poor diet of biscuits, ice-cream and soft drinks, according to new research. A new study found some month-old babies had been introduced to high fat ... more

Plaque-causing bacteria can jailbreak from the mouth into the bloodstream and increase your risk of heart attack says a scientist at the Society for General Microbiology #8217;s autumn meeting in Nott ... more

School children who consume foods purchased in vending machines are more likely to develop poor diet quality - and that may be associated with being overweight, obese or at risk for chronic health pro ... more

School children who consume foods purchased in vending machines are more likely to develop poor diet quality - and that may be associated with being overweight, obese or at risk for chronic health pro ... more

School children who consume foods purchased in vending machines are more likely to develop poor diet quality - and that may be associated with being overweight, obese or at risk for chronic health pro ... more

School children who consume foods purchased in vending machines are more likely to develop poor diet quality - and that may be associated with being overweight, obese or at risk for chronic health pr ... more

School children who consume foods purchased in vending machines are more likely to develop poor diet quality - and that may be associated with being overweight, obese or at risk for chronic health pro ... more

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine have identified the molecular mechanism that makes omega-3 fatty acids so effective in reducing chronic inflammation and insul ... more

Many people with developmental disability are sedentary and obese, have poor diet, and consequently suffer from conditions such as cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, hypertension and type 2 diabete ... more

School children who consume foods purchased in vending machines are more likely to develop poor diet quality -- and that may be associated with being overweight, obese or at risk for chronic health pr ... more

After months of waiting, the final and complete results from a study about the Meridia diet pill are now available in The New England Journal of Medicine and the findings are as bad as what was sugges ... more

For the second time this summer, a Japanese drugmaker has agreed to pay $50 million upfront for the rights to a forthcoming diet pill. This time, Takeda Pharmaceuticals is giving Orexigen Therapeutics ... more

While researchers saw no rise in deaths, some experts wonder if this drug has a future Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Drug Safety, Heart Attack, Weight Control ... more

School of Montpellier analysts show us how depression is linked to cholesterol and gender Did you know the Institute of Health and Medical Research (INSERM) and University of Montpellier financed prof ... more

While researchers saw no rise in deaths, some experts wonder if this drug has a future ... more

Compared with a control diet, the Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension diet lowered estimated 10-year coronary heart disease risk by 18%, in addition to reducing blood pressure. Medscape Medical ... more

Eating more fruits and vegetables, fewer fats can cut your 10-year risk of heart disease, study says Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Heart Attack, High Blood Pressure, Nutrition ... more

Girls eating a high-fat diet during puberty, even those who do not become overweight or obese, may be at a greater risk of developing breast cancer later in life, according to Michigan State Universit ... more

Eating more fruits and vegetables, fewer fats can cut your 10-year risk of heart disease, study says ... more

The DASH diet reduced the estimated risk of having a heart attack in the next ten years by 18 percent when compared to a typical American eating plan, according to a new study. Both whites and African ... more

Girls eating a high-fat diet during puberty, even those who do not become overweight or obese, may be at a greater risk of developing breast cancer later in life, according to researchers. The implica ... more

Adding more selenium to your diet may reduce your risk of bladder cancer. ... more

Adding a variety of vegetables to one's diet may help decrease the chance of getting lung cancer, and adding a variety of fruits and vegetables may decrease the risk of squamous cell lung cancer, espe ... more

A majority of adults in California are obese or overweight, and more than 2 million have been diagnosed with diabetes, according to a new study from the UCLA Center for Health Policy Research. Both co ... more

Researchers in Greece conducted a comprehensive study to evaluate the relationship between diet quality, levels of physical activity and key lifestyle characteristics amongst a group of 12- to 17-year ... more

The average daily salt intake in America is one and 1/2 teaspoon a day. This is 3,400 milligrams of sodium a day, or 1,100 milligrams more then the recommended maximum.For people with congestive heart ... more

Mom was right about eating your peas and carrots. According to preliminary recommendations by the 2010 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee, Americans should follow a more plant-based diet that empha ... more

Has your toddler eaten fish today? A University of Illinois food science professor has two important reasons for including seafood in your young child's diet, reasons that have motivated her work in h ... more

Plant agents show promise in preventing skin cancer SAN ANTONIO, Texas, U.S.A. — Scientists at The University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio are on to something that should bring joy to s ... more

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 27 – Mothers who did not breastfeed their children have significantly higher rates of type 2 diabetes later in life than moms who breastfed, report University of Pittsburgh researche ... more

Two high-fat diets the classic ketogenic and a modified version of the Atkins can reduce and, in some cases, completely eliminate seizures in children with a common seizure disorder known as absence e ... more

Naringenin, an antioxidant derived from the bitter flavor of grapefruits and other citrus fruits, may cause the liver to break down fat while increasing insulin sensitivity, a process that naturally o ... more

Translocation of Crohn #8217;s disease Escherichia coli across M-cells: Contrasting effects of soluble plant fibers and emulsifiers Plantain and broccoli fibres may block a key stage in the developmen ... more

Omega-3 fatty acids offer many health benefits. But most people, from toddlers to seniors, aren €™t getting enough omega-3s in their diet. Here are health facts that may change your diet. ... more

Suggestions for planning ahead Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Diabetic Diet ... more

Has your toddler eaten fish today? A food science professor has two important reasons for including seafood in your young child's diet, reasons that have motivated her work in helping to develop a tas ... more

Researchers reporting the results of a clinical trial at a conference in the US said they found participants who drank two cups of water before each meal lost an average of 5 pounds more weight over ... more

Danish analysis can't prove cause and effect, but experts say moderate consumption 'prudent' ... more

The extent to which vitamin D deficiency may increase susceptibility to a wide range of diseases is dramatically highlighted in research just published. Scientists have mapped the points at which vita ... more

The extent to which vitamin D deficiency may increase susceptibility to a wide range of diseases is dramatically highlighted in research published today. Scientists have mapped the points at which vit ... more

A study led by U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) chemist Richard Anderson suggests that a water soluble extract of cinnamon, which contains antioxidative compounds, could help reduce risk factors ... more

Pregnant women who drink artificially sweetened carbonated and noncarbonated soft drinks may be at increased risk for preterm delivery, a study shows. ... more

Preemption survives another test. A federal appeals in Ohio court last week partially reinstated a lawsuit over the Redux diet pill after deciding that FDA approval did not preempt state claims that W ... more

More study needed to clarify role that diet plays in development of the disease, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Diabetes, Nutrition ... more

Strategy helped those with cluster of unhealthy heart risk factors, study found Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Cholesterol, Dietary Fats, Diets ... more

When persistent cramping, abdominal pain, bloating, gas, diarrhea and constipation are causing distress and frequent bathroom trips, the next stop should be a visit to the doctor. These symptoms, comm ... more

Use these tips to enjoy your fair favorites and stay on your diet. ... more

Pregnant women who drink artificially sweetened carbonated and noncarbonated soft drinks may be at increased risk for preterm delivery, a study shows. ... more

Strategy helped those with cluster of unhealthy heart risk factors, study found ... more

For years, researchers have tried to determine which of two diets is safer and more effective for weight loss in the long run: the low-carbohydrate, Atkins-style diet, or the low-fat diet. Now, a new ... more

More study needed to clarify role that diet plays in development of the disease, researchers say ... more

People who increase their consumption of green leafy vegetables and fruit and stick to a healthier diet can significantly reduce their risk of developing type 2 diabetes, a new study says. ... more

Making changes to your own behavior -- your physical activity, diet, and lifestyle -- can be effective natural depression treatments. ... more

Every day it seems there is a new diet fad being talked up by the media and in the eternal search for the solution to the growing waistlines of Australians, many popular diets have been tried and ... more

Gene #8217;s action may help explain why restricting diet lengthens life in animals ANN ARBOR, Mich. — A team of University of Michigan scientists has found that suppressing a newly discovered gene l ... more

Scientists have found that suppressing a newly discovered gene lengthens the lifespan of roundworms. The results offer promising early evidence that scientists may succeed at finding targets for anti- ... more

Emodin, a natural product that can be extracted from various Chinese herbs including Rheum palmatum and Polygonum cuspidatum, shows promise as an agent that could reduce the impact of type 2 diabetes. ... more

People with metabolic syndrome -- a cluster of risk factors for heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes -- have a better chance of reversing it if they stick to a healthy diet, a new study shows.Sou ... more

ACSH staffers were not surprised to learn that National Action Against Obesity president MeMe Roth is on another "junk food" rampage, this time targeting Ben Jerry €™s ice cream. ... more

The Director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH):"It did affect me to find out that I was at risk for diabetes, which I had no family history of. But my family has all been extremely lean and I ... more

t - BBC video.Get these right and your brain will be in top shape:- Diet - slow and steady release of glucose- Water- Exercise- SleepRead more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/scotland/brainsmart Posted at C ... more

Emodin, a natural product that can be extracted from various Chinese herbs including Rheum palmatum and Polygonum cuspidatum, shows promise as an agent that could reduce the impact of type 2 diabetes. ... more

A large prospective study of 5033 men and women in the Tromsø Study in northern Norway has reported that moderate wine consumption is independently associated with better performance on cognitive tes ... more

Breast cancer rates in the United States are nearly double those seen in South American countries like Brazil, and experts at the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) said today that differen ... more

Breast cancer rates in the United States are nearly double those seen in South American countries like Brazil, and experts at the American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) said today that differen ... more

New research shows that a diet rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, like the diet eaten in Mediterranean regions where melanoma rates are extremely low, can help protect us from skin cancer. ... more

Together with colleagues from an international research group, autism researcher Christopher Gillberg of the University of Gothenburg, Sweden, has found in a new study that autism can be partially exp ... more

A dog's indiscriminate taste is not always a positive trait. In fact, it often leads to gastrointestinal infections and consequent ailments such as diarrhea and vomiting that come from eating spoiled ... more

Sanofi Aventis €™ rimonabant mdash; a diet pill approved but subsequently banned in Europe in 2007 mdash; was wrongfully pulled from the market because clinical trials assessing its cardiovascular b ... more

Isolating cells from a patient #8217;s blood or bone marrow that nourish blood vessels may be a safer and less arduous route to treatment of cardiovascular disease than obtaining rare stem cells, acco ... more

A new study from Perth's Telethon Institute for Child Health Research shows an association between ADHD and a 'Western-style' diet in adolescents. ... more

In a 307-person randomized study, those who followed either type of diet with lifestyle-modification counseling lost about the same weight; HDL rose on both diets, but more so from the low-carb diet. ... more

A dog's indiscriminate taste is not always a positive trait. In fact, it often leads to gastrointestinal infections and consequent ailments such as diarrhea and vomiting that come from eating spoiled ... more

Are your kids getting enough of these four essential nutrients often missing from kids' diets? ... more

A dedicated Pop-Tart store joined its candy friends M Ms and Hershey €™s by popping up in Times Square yesterday mdash; but some people aren €™t happy about it. Stier appeared on CNBC €™s "Power Lun ... more

In response to harsh criticism that important side effect information was being kept hidden from the public, the European Medicines Agency has agreed to make adverse events available, and the move is ... more

What's the best strategy for banishing belly fat? Is it as simple as adding certain foods to your diet, or doing particular exercises? ... more

Are some essentials missing from your diet? Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Nutrition, Vitamins ... more

Are some essentials missing from your diet? ... more

This week, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported that in 2009, no state had met a target of reducing obesity prevalence among adults to 15 percent. Why is obesity so prevalent in Ame ... more

Gastric bypass surgery improves type 2 diabetes by other mechanisms in addition to weight loss and does so better than a low-calorie diet despite achieving equal weight loss, a new study finds. ... more

Researchers looking for differences in eating habits of African Americans based on whether or not they had Type 2 diabetes uncovered an unexpected result: No matter what the blood sugar level was, the ... more

Country music star Carrie Underwood talks about her diet, her exercise, her dog, and how she handles her fear of crowds. ... more

Eight months after their counterparts in Europe told doctors to stop prescribing the Meridia diet pill, the FDA has finally scheduled an advisory committee meeting to review safety risks. A spokesman ... more

Helping people with high-risk type 2 diabetes follow a healthier diet significantly improves their blood sugar control beyond what medication can achieve alone, according to latest University of Otago ... more

Abbott has received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for two new dosage strengths of SIMCOR®, a cholesterol medication. The new SIMCOR dosage strengths combine 40 mg of simvastatin - ... more

Brushing, flossing, and twice-yearly dental check-ups are standard for oral health care, but there are more health benefits to taking care of your pearly whites than most of us know. In a review artic ... more

A Pennsylvania court has offered another legal claim that consumers can pursue when filing product-liability lawsuits against drugmakers in the state. In a ruling involving the Redux diet pill, a Penn ... more

Source: HealthDay - Related MedlinePlus Page: Weight Control ... more

Pancreatic cancers use the sugar fructose, very common in the Western diet, to activate a key cellular pathway that drives cell division, helping the cancer to grow more quickly, a study has found. ... more

by Jan Henderson, PhD Unlike climate change, where there €™s a large contingent of denialists who spread doubt about the scientific evidence, no one denies that antibiotic resistanc ... more

As the New York City Health Department updates its new addition to last year €™s "Pouring on the Pounds" campaign mdash; with posters and advertisements that graphically display the amount of sug ... more

A holistic approach to treating depression focuses on treating your whole being -- body and mind -- to help you feel better and stay healthy. A healthy diet, exercise, and talk therapy are just a few ... more

Researchers from of the Center for Obesity Research and Education at Temple University, Philadelphia have revealed that after a two-year comparison, a low-carb diet fares about as well as a low-fat di ... more

Researchers from of the Center for Obesity Research and Education at Temple University, Philadelphia have revealed that after a two-year comparison, a low-carb diet fares about as well as a low-fat di ... more

At Two Years, Low-carb Diet Beats Low-Fat for HDL-Cholesterol Levels Previous studies comparing low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets have not included comprehensive behavioral treatment. Researchers sou ... more

Study found African children who ate more natural diet, were breast-fed longer had more good bacteria Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Bacterial Infections, Child Nutrition, International ... more

At Two Years, Low-carb Diet Beats Low-Fat for HDL-Cholesterol Levels Previous studies comparing low-carbohydrate and low-fat diets have not included comprehensive behavioral treatment. Researchers sou ... more

Combination treatment for obesity using the drugs naltrexone and bupropion, plus diet and exercise, helps reduce bodyweight by a mean of 5% or more over a year, depending on the dosage used... ... more

People who followed a very low-carbohydrate diet for two years had higher HDL "good" cholesterol than low-fat dieters with no difference in weight loss. ... more

Why is it that two people can consume the same high fat, high-calorie Western diet and one becomes obese and prone to diabetes while the other maintains a slim frame? This question has long baffled sc ... more

Study found African children who ate more natural diet, were breast-fed longer had more good bacteria ... more

UroToday.com - Oral intake of either alkali in any form or citrate can help increase urinary citrate concentration. In this article, the authors have provided some alternatives to the now classic use ... more

Poor diet and physical inactivity leading to obesity are poised to overtake tobacco use as the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. With over 30% of U.S. adults obese, the signific ... more

This fact sheet provides basic information about evening primrose oil #8212;common names, uses, potential side effects, and resources for more information. Evening primrose is a plant native to North ... more

Contrave combines an antidepressant with an anti-addiction drug Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Medicines, Weight Control ... more

Poor diet and physical inactivity leading to obesity are poised to overtake tobacco use as the leading cause of preventable death in the United States. With over 30% of U.S. adults obese, the signific ... more

A new study suggests that consuming specific compounds in meat related to processing methods may be associated with an increased risk of developing bladder cancer. Published early online in CANCER, a ... more

New research is giving scientists insight into why a restricted diet can lead to a longer lifespan and reduced levels of age related diseases in a wide variety of animals. ... more

Most people don #8217;t want to think about getting tested for colorectal cancer, but shrugging off one of the most diagnosed cancers in the U.S. could have life-threatening consequences. Colorectal c ... more

Researchers have shown that the epigenetic profiles of breast tumors are related to patient diet and alcohol use as well as tumor size. ... more

People should get needed mineral through their diet, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Calcium, Heart Attack ... more

Contrave combines an antidepressant with an anti-addiction drug ... more

A new study from Perth's Telethon Institute for Child Health Research shows an association between ADHD and a 'Western-style' diet in adolescents. The research findings have just been published online ... more

An experimental obesity drug reduces body weight by 5% or more after one year when combined with healthy diet and regular exercise. ... more

A combination pill of two drugs used to treat addiction may help people lose weight, say US researchers. The Lancet reports that Naltrexone, commonly used to treat alcoholics and heroin addicts, and ... more

A combination pill of two drugs used to treat addiction may help people lose weight, say US researchers. The Lancet reports that Naltrexone, commonly used to treat alcoholics and heroin addicts, and ... more

People should get needed mineral through their diet, researchers say ... more

Research published in the journal Genetics suggests that genetic interaction with diet primarily determines variations in metabolic traits such as body weight, as opposed to diet alone Ever notice so ... more

Before we get to the topic at hand, I want to announce that my long awaited nutrition course entitled "Why the Food Guides are Wrong: How to Find Health and Lose Weight ", is now available online. B ... more

A new study from Australia shows an association between ADHD and a "Western-style" diet in adolescents. The study examined the dietary patterns of 1800 adolescents from the long-term Raine Study and c ... more

Ever notice some people seem to eat anything they want and never gain a pound, while others seem to gain weight just by looking at fattening foods? You may be seeing things correctly after all. Accord ... more

Abbott received U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approval for two new dosage strengths of SIMCOR®, a cholesterol medication. The new SIMCOR dosage strengths combine 40 mg of simvastatin - the ... more

Bioengineers lead glucose-sensing project Bioengineers at the University of California, San Diego and GlySens Incorporated have developed an implantable glucose sensor and wireless telemetry system th ... more

A new study from Perth #8217;s Telethon Institute for Child Health Research shows an association between ADHD and a #8216;Western-style #8217; diet in adolescents. The research findings have just bee ... more

Using fruit flies, researchers have found that genes interacting with diet, rather than diet alone, are the main cause of variation in metabolic traits, such as body weight. This helps explain why som ... more

Chronic excess of linoleic acid (omega 6), coupled with a deficiency in alpha-linoleic acid (omega 3), can increase obesity down the generations. Researchers exposed several generations of male and fe ... more

New research suggests that drinking lots of artificially sweetened beverages may be linked with an increased risk of premature births.Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Pages: Carbohydrates, C ... more

The European Society of Cardiology (ESC) has announced the upcoming launch of its all-new European Cook Book. Bringing together recipes created by leading cardiologists from across its membership, th ... more

Scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis have found a way to significantly reduce atherosclerosis in mice that does not involve lowering cholesterol levels or eliminating ot ... more

ATLANTA (July 22, 2010) - A new study published in the August 2010 journal, Appetite, further demonstrates that people who consume low-calorie sweeteners are able to significantly reduce their caloric ... more

Findings could lead to next generation of improved therapies JUPITER, FL, July 20 2010 – In a joint study, scientists from The Scripps Research Institute and the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute at Harva ... more

Reduced saturated fat (SFA) consumption is recommended to decrease coronary heart disease (CHD), but there is an absence of strong supporting evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) of clini ... more

Consuming more vitamin E through the diet appears to be associated with a lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease, according to a report in the July issue of Archives of Neurology, one of the J ... more

Just wanted to make sure nobody missed this very important conclusion published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in March of this year.   "A meta-analysis of prospective epidemiologic s ... more

PASADENA, Calif. —Biologists at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have demonstrated a connection between multiple sclerosis (MS)—an autoimmune disorder that affects the brain and spin ... more

A coalition of organisations representing people with chronic conditions is campaigning for the introduction of measures to address poor diet, lack of exercise, excessive use of alcohol and smoking in ... more

A coalition of organisations representing people with chronic conditions is campaigning for the introduction of measures to address poor diet, lack of exercise, excessive use of alcohol and smoking in ... more

One-third of all U.S. children are overweight or obese, and many kids are not getting the nutrition they need from their diet. As families increasingly rely on high-calorie convenience foods, diets su ... more

Obese women with insulin resistance lose more weight after three months on a lower-carbohydrate diet than on a traditional low-fat diet with the same number of calories, according to a new study. The ... more

New research being presented this week is giving scientists new insight into why a restricted diet can lead to a longer lifespan and reduced incidence of age-related diseases for a wide variety of ani ... more

New research being presented this week is giving scientists new insight into why a restricted diet can lead to a longer lifespan and reduced incidence of age-related diseases for a wide variety of ani ... more

Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men with an estimated 192,280 new cases diagnosed in the US in 2009 (Jemal 2009). Diet is considered one of the most important c ... more

Research is providing new insight into why a restricted diet can lead to a longer lifespan and reduced incidence of age-related diseases for a wide variety of animals. Scientists have known for some t ... more

Trying to eat a healthy diet? Check out this list of foods to avoid. ... more

An international team of scientists, led by researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine, has discovered the gene mutation responsible for a condition in which eye and bra ... more

Eating a well-balanced diet is always important when you have ulcerative colitis. But when you're pregnant with UC, getting the right balance of nutrients is essential. Here €™s how to eat well and st ... more

What will it take to convince a panel of experts that a diet pill is safe, not just effective? Vivus is the latest company to fail to come up with an answer. An FDA advisory committee today voted 9 to ... more

Mammals with larger brains in relation to body size tend to live longer. This is the conclusion reached by researchers at the Centre for Ecological Research and Forestry Applications (CREAF), affiliat ... more

Rise and shine, another day is on the way. Although the pace is likely to feel slower now that the FDA panel meeting on Avandia is done. Then again, there is another meeting today about a diet pill, w ... more

Five years ago, the European Commission created the EU Platform for Action on Diet, Physical Activity Health, which brought together a variety of concerned stakeholders and challenged them to respon ... more

If you're trying to lose weight and keep it off, new research suggests you take up a diet and exercise plan that will help you lose a big chunk of weight right off the bat.Source: Reuters Health Relat ... more

Low-dose combination therapy with rosiglitazone and metformin was highly effective in prevention of type 2 diabetes in patients with impaired glucose tolerance, with little effect on the clinically re ... more

Prostate cancer is the second leading cause of cancer-related deaths in men, and diet is considered one of the most important controllable risk factors for inflammation and prostate diseases including ... more

An experimental weight loss drug that targets the brain €™s hunger center was shown to be both safe and effective for helping dieters shed pounds in a two-year study, researchers say. ... more

The future health of offspring is more negatively impacted when their mothers consume a high fat diet while nursing compared with high-fat diet consumption during pregnancy, according to animal resear ... more

Research presented at the Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior (SSIB), the foremost society for research into all aspects of eating and drinking behavior, finds that prolo ... more

Some nutrients may be more difficult to come bySource: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Vegetarian Diet ... more

Changes in diet, activity levels still best way to control weight, expert suggests Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Dietary Supplements, Weight Control ... more

Eat a healthy diet and get enough exerciseSource: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Osteoporosis ... more

Research presented at the Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior (SSIB), the foremost society for research into all aspects of eating and drinking behavior, finds that prolo ... more

Research presented at the Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior (SSIB), the foremost society for research into all aspects of eating and drinking behavior, shows that teach ... more

Research presented at the Annual Meeting of the Society for the Study of Ingestive Behavior (SSIB), the foremost society for research into all aspects of eating and drinking behavior, finds that a die ... more

A new US study found that overweight and obese menopausal women who lost weight during an intensive diet and exercise program suffered fewer and less severe hot flushes compared to women who did not ... more

Combining counseling, extended follow-up with a healthcare provider and self-monitoring of diet and exercise is the most effective way to help patients embrace lifestyle changes that can lower their r ... more

A new US study found that overweight and obese menopausal women who lost weight during an intensive diet and exercise program suffered fewer and less severe hot flushes compared to women who did not ... more

A diet rich in soy prevents weight gain in post-menopausal female rats. ... more

The future health of offspring is more negatively impacted when their mothers consume a high fat diet while nursing compared with high-fat diet consumption during pregnancy, according to animal resear ... more

Prolonged exposure to a high fat diet is correlated with changes in the brain chemical dopamine within the striatum, a critical component of the brain's reward system according to new research. ... more

Hello, everyone. Nice to see you again. Hope your week is going well so far. Meanwhile, another busy day lies ahead, especially as the FDA panel meeting gets under way to review Avandia. So let #8217; ... more

Will the first in a new round of diet drugs win FDA approval? The briefing documents released by the agency this morning reveal that Qnexa, which will be reviewed on Thursday by an agency panel, may c ... more

Eat a healthy diet and get enough exercise ... more

Nutrition experts at Oregon State University have essentially "cured" laboratory mice of mild, diet-induced diabetes by stimulating the production of a particular enzyme. The findings could offer a ne ... more

Nutrition experts at Oregon State University have essentially "cured" laboratory mice of mild, diet-induced diabetes by stimulating the production of a particular enzyme. The findings could offer a ne ... more

Combining individualized approaches to heart health -- including counseling, long-term one-on-one follow-up with a health care provider, and self-monitoring of diet and exercise -- are more effective ... more

Consuming more vitamin E through the diet appears to be associated with a lower risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease, according to a new study. ... more

Combining counseling, extended follow-up from a health-care provider and self-monitoring of diet and exercise is the most effective behavioral intervention to reduce risk for heart and blood vessel (c ... more

Nutrition experts have essentially "cured" laboratory mice of mild, diet-induced diabetes by stimulating the production of a particular enzyme. ... more

CORVALLIS, Ore. – Nutrition experts at Oregon State University have essentially #8220;cured #8221; laboratory mice of mild, diet-induced diabetes by stimulating the production of a particular enzyme ... more

Welcome back. We hope you had a refreshing weekend and feel recharged. Now, of course, the routine returns with those meetings and deadlines. As you might expect, we are brewing the mandatory cup of s ... more

Evidence from three long-term, large-scale studies supports the association of physical activity and certain dietary elements (tea, vitamin D) with possibly maintaining cognitive ability and reducing ... more

New research being presented today (12 July) at the UK National Stem Cell Network Annual Science Meeting in Nottingham shows that adding fat to mouse stem cells grown in the lab affects their response ... more

People who eat a diet high in fructose, in the form of added sugar, are at increased risk of developing high blood pressure, or hypertension, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the ... more

Abnormal rates increase risk of kidney disease Individuals with a high resting heart rate and a low beat-to-beat heart rate variability have an increased risk of developing kidney disease, according t ... more

Overweight and moderately obese postmenopausal women using diets based on higher protein intake also need to be aware of potential bone loss, according to new research from Purdue University. "We know ... more

PHILADELPHIA — A recent report in Cancer Epidemiology, Biomarkers Prevention, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research, adds to the growing evidence that fish oil supplements may p ... more

Last week, the American Journal of Cardiology published a paper that carried a curious title: #8220;Linguistic Analysis of In-Office Dialogue Among Cardiologists, Primary Care Physicians, and Patient ... more

A protein found in cells throughout the body must be present in a specific set of neurons in the brain to prevent weight gain after chronic feeding on high-calorie meals, new findings from UT Southwes ... more

Mothers who eat a high fat diet before and during pregnancy may be putting their offspring at risk of birth defects, scientists said on Tuesday. Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Pages: Birt ... more

A protein found in cells throughout the body must be present in a specific set of neurons in the brain to prevent weight gain after chronic feeding on high-calorie meals, new findings from UT Southwes ... more

A pregnant mother's diet may be able to interact with the genes her unborn child inherits and influence the type or severity of birth defect according to research funded by the Wellcome Trust and the ... more

A protein found in cells throughout the body must be present in a specific set of neurons in the brain to prevent weight gain after chronic feeding on high-calorie meals. ... more

A protein found in cells throughout the body must be present in a specific set of neurons in the brain to prevent weight gain after chronic feeding on high-calorie meals, new findings suggest. ... more

New findings indicate that cocoa flavanols may be an important part of a healthy diet for people with cardiovascular disease, which affects more than 80 million Americans, according to research by a t ... more

A pregnant mother's diet may be able to interact with the genes her unborn child inherits and influence the type or severity of birth defect, according to new research. The study suggests that mothers ... more

Weight loss loves company, hints new research.Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Page: Weight Control ... more

Source: HealthDay - Related MedlinePlus Pages: Asthma in Children, Nutrition ... more

ST. PAUL, Minn. – A new study shows that having depression may nearly double your risk of developing dementia later in life. The research will be published in the July 6, 2010, issue of Neurology®, ... more

A new study by UCSF cardiologists and researchers found that high concentrations of cocoa flavanols decrease blood pressure, improve the health of blood vessels and increase the number of circulating ... more

While pregnant women may worry about the effects of air pollution on their health and that of their developing child, exposure to carbon monoxide and fine particles in the air during pregnancy does no ... more

A study of twins shows that even with genes that put them at higher risk of cardiovascular disease, eating a Mediterranean-style diet can improve heart function, according to research reported in Circ ... more