Topic: Nutrition
Tips for preparation and serving Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Infant and Newborn Nutrition ... moreA recent Kix® survey shows 79 percent of parents eat breakfast with their children, and the majority (96 percent) agree it's essential to pass along healthy habits and good nutrition. As parents shif ... more
Offer kids healthier alternatives Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Nutrition ... more
The U.N. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has named 15 experts to a committee "to help formulate policies to ensure food security and avoid a repeat of the food crisis of a few years ago," VOA ... more
Findings from a recent study in the September/October issue of the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior demonstrates that consumers often read nutritional information on foodstuff labels, and d ... more
Researchers evaluate 4,320 online consumer panelists about low-carbohydrate claims St. Louis, MO, September 7, 2010 – Food manufacturers advertise a variety of foods on grocery store shelves by using ... more
Food manufacturers advertise a variety of foods on grocery store shelves by using nutrient claims on the front of packaging. New research evaluates how consumers are interpreting certain carbohydrate- ... more
A new study finds that the aluminum content of infant formula remains unacceptably high and one of the manufacturers cited is SMA Nutrition, a company based in the UK and owned by Pfizer. The issue is ... more
Children as young as four weeks old are being fed a poor diet of biscuits, ice-cream and soft drinks, according to new Australian research. A study published in the journal Nutrition Dietetics found ... more
Food manufacturers advertise a variety of foods on grocery store shelves by using nutrient claims on the front of packaging. A study in the September/October issue of the Journal of Nutrition Educatio ... more
Expert urges parents to pack some variety and nutrition into kids' lunch boxes Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Child Nutrition ... more
Giving iron supplements to children with marginally low birth weights (2000-2500 grams) dramatically reduces the risk of developing iron deficiency and anemia. This is shown by Umea researcher Magnus ... more
Children as young as four weeks old are being fed a poor diet of biscuits, ice-cream and soft drinks, according to new Australian research. A study published in the journal Nutrition Dietetics found ... more
Food manufacturers advertise a variety of foods on grocery store shelves by using nutrient claims on the front of packaging. A study in the September/October issue of the Journal of Nutrition Educatio ... more
Expert urges parents to pack some variety and nutrition into kids' lunch boxes ... more
The Herbalife Family Foundation (HFF) has established two new Casa Herbalife programs to support nutrition and wellness programs at Scotland's Action for Children (North Lanarkshire Young Carers Proje ... more
As the nation becomes more aware of health issues related to nutrition and lifestyle choices, communities are struggling to find ways to make healthy living easier. The University of Missouri is helpi ... more
Organic strawberries were found to have more vitamin C and antioxidants than non-organic ones, and they also had a nicer taste, but are 13.4% smaller and have considerably lower levels of dietary mine ... more
Research team compared fields and fruits in heart of nation #8217;s strawberry patch PULLMAN, Wash.—Side-by-side comparisons of organic and conventional strawberry farms and their fruit found the org ... more
The wider the variety consumed by smokers, the greater the benefit, study suggests Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Lung Cancer, Nutrition, Smoking ... 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
Richard Lamb and his post doctoral fellow Virginie Mieulet, in the Faculty of Medicine Dentistry, may be able to explain why proper nutrition is so vital in fighting infection. They have discovered ... more
Researchers in Canada may be able to explain why proper nutrition is so vital in fighting infection. They have discovered an amino acid, called arginine, is required to let the body know that it's bei ... more
Treatments for childhood cancer and other pediatric catastrophic diseases can affect appetite. At St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, a team of dietitians work with patients to ensure proper nutrit ... more
Treatments for childhood cancer and other pediatric catastrophic diseases can affect appetite. At St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, a team of dietitians work with patients to ensure proper nutrit ... 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
Swedish study suggests pounds put on during high-cal, low-exercise periods stick around Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Healthy Living, Nutrition, Weight Control ... more
Tranzyme Pharma announced that John Wo, MD, Professor of Medicine, Director, Clinical Research, Division of Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition, University of Louisville, Louisville, KY, will p ... 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
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today released two documents that outline steps to help chain restaurants comply with new federal nutrition labeling requirements. ... more
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today released two documents that outline steps to help chain restaurants comply with new federal nutrition labeling requirements. ... more
20 bottles of some types needed to get the polyphenols of one home-brewed cup, study finds Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Antioxidants, Nutrition ... 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
BOSTON, Aug. 23, 2010 — Scientists today reported the first evidence that eating blueberries, strawberries, and acai berries may help the aging brain stay healthy in a crucial but previously unrecogn ... 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
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Safeway Inc. (NYSE:SWY) announced an important change to its eScrip fundraising program by asking schools and groups to allocate 20 percent of the more than $20 million in annual Safeway donations to ... more
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service has selected Abt Associates to lead a team evaluating a ground-breaking pilot program aimed at encouraging healthier eating among l ... more
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Food and Nutrition Service has selected Abt Associates to lead a team evaluating a ground-breaking pilot program aimed at encouraging healthier eating among l ... more
Pet nutrition needs are different from ours. But what are they? A look at the basics of dog and cat nutrition. ... more
They can still be quick and easy Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Nutrition ... more
As children return to school this fall, a new School Nutrition Association (SNA) website and survey are demonstrating healthy trends in school cafeterias nationwide. SNA's new Tray Talk website, is de ... 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
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
Maps showing the distribution and prevalence of worm infections in every African country will be launched today (17 August). These maps, called This Wormy World, are the first of a series of Global At ... more
Chemical-biology study reveals secrets of copper metabolism Copper deficiency diseases can be devastating. Symptoms can range from crippling neurological degeneration in Menkes disease – a classic co ... more
Background: Esophagojejunal fistula is a serious complication after total gastrectomy in gastric cancer patients. This study describes the successful conservative management in 3 gastric cancer patien ... more
Popeye cartoons, tasting parties and junior cooking classes can help increase vegetable intake in kindergarten children, according to new research published in the journal Nutrition Dietetics. ... more
Researchers report that eight-week program reaped big rewards among kindergarteners Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Child Nutrition ... more
Are some essentials missing from your diet? Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Nutrition, Vitamins ... more
The American Dietetic Association has published an updated position paper on local support for nutrition integrity in schools that calls on schools and communities to work together to provide healthfu ... more
Knowing foods' origins can help consumers make smart, nutritional choices Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Nutrition ... more
The School Nutrition Association (SNA) commends the US Senate for advancing Child Nutrition Reauthorization legislation prior to the body's August recess. "The Senate, Agriculture Committee Chairman B ... more
The American Diabetes Association applauds the U.S. Senate for passing the Healthy Hunger-Free Kids Act. This passage makes way for the House of Representatives to vote to reauthorize federal nutritio ... more
Popeye cartoons, tasting parties and junior cooking classes can help increase vegetable intake in kindergarten children, according to new research published in the journal Nutrition Dietetics. Resea ... 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
Today's bipartisan passage of the Healthy, Hunger-Free Kids Act of 2010 (S. 3307) by the U.S. Senate gives new momentum to efforts to reauthorize the nation's federal child nutrition programs before t ... more
Your teeth need more than daily brushing and flossing. Researchers debunk six dental myths and discuss the role nutrition plays in oral health. ... more
Approximately 27 percent of adults in the U.S. are obese, according to a Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System telephone survey of 400,000 adults who self-reported their height and weight. That p ... more
If you €™re feeling depressed, what you eat can affect your mood and your health. Here are 8 steps you can take to get the right nutrition to help you through depression. ... 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
I don't recall anyone electing this Michelle Obama to give us her two-cents worth, do you? Nevertheless, she's givin' it, and she wants to liberate parents from their basic fundamental role of feedin ... more
Kicking off World Breastfeeding Week Sunday, the WHO together with UNICEF emphasized the importance of the agencies' 10 steps to successful breastfeeding to improve health of infants and children arou ... more
COLUMBUS, Ohio – A possible cause of irritable bowel syndrome has been traced to a small piece of RNA that blocks a substance protecting the colon membrane, leading to hostile conditions that can pro ... more
Kathleen Zelman, MPH, RD, director of nutrition for WebMD, discusses the use of hCG for weight loss. ... 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
Scientists already know much about the more than 200 bones that make up your body. But mysteries remain regarding the exact role that many natural compounds in foods might play in strengthening our sk ... 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
Vanishing bile duct syndrome (VBDS) refers to a group of disorders characterized by destruction and disappearance of intrahepatic (inside the liver) bile ducts. Multiple causes have been identified in ... more
30 July 2010 -- Malnutrition is responsible for one-third of the 8.8 million deaths annually among children under five. Breastfeeding is a key to improve infant and young child nutrition. The "Ten Ste ... 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
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
In a follow up to yesterday's post on Federal judge Susan Bolton's "misguided" ruling that blocked the meaningful parts of Arizona's immigration law, it seems appropriate to take a look at what Arizon ... 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
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Researchers at Karolinska Institutet recommends a new routine for protection against infection when percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG), a tube for feeding directly through the abdominal wall, i ... more
A team of European researchers have found that reducing meat consumption may be a key factor in losing weight and maintaining an healthy body weight. The researchers wrote in The American Journal of C ... more
Suggestions for 'upgrading' to a cupSource: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Toddler Development, Toddler Nutrition ... more
Suggestions for how to cut back Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Carbohydrates, Nutrition ... more
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The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) is offering a program to help explain the hottest topic in pet nutrition, Raw Diets, at the 147th Annual AVMA Convention in Atlanta, Georgia at 9 a.m ... more
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AUGUSTA, Ga. – Too little of a protein called neogenin results in a smaller skeleton during development and sets the stage for a more fragile bone framework lifelong, Medical College of Georgia resea ... more
Body mass index at age 17 within the normal range can predict future risk for hypertension in later life BEER-SHEVA, ISRAEL - July 27, 2010 – Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU) researchers reve ... 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
Slower, pickier eating can arise in infancy, but growth tends to be unimpaired, study finds Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Autism, Child Nutrition, Toddler Nutrition ... more
Delegations arrived in Kampala, Uganda, for the start of the 15th African Union (AU) Summit, which begins Monday, the Daily Monitor reports (Muyita/Kasasira, 7/19). "The summit will address vario ... 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. Â "A meta-analysis of prospective epidemiologic s ... more
Slower, pickier eating can arise in infancy, but growth tends to be unimpaired, study finds ... more
The Helena, Mont., school board is reviewing a proposed sex education program after receiving strong criticism from parents, who are concerned that its content is too controversial for some age groups ... more
American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI) President and CEO Kraig R. Naasz issued the following statement applauding the House Education and Labor Committee for approving the Improving Nutrition for Ameri ... more
A new initiative to improve children's nutrition education and increase the amount of healthy foods available in schools is a collaboration among Penn State researchers; Pennsylvania's Departments of ... 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
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack issued the following statement regarding the House Committee on Education and Labor's mark-up of H.R. 5504, "The Improving Nutrition for America's Children Act:" "I ... more
Cashew seed extract shows promise as an effective anti-diabetic, according to a new study from the University of Montreal (Canada) and the Universite de Yaounde (Cameroun). Published in the journal Mo ... more
Canadian Dental Association (CDA) is taking part in the Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Annual General Assembly on July 20-22, 2010 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. CDA's goal is to join First Nations leaders i ... more
Authoritative parenting style influences family eating behaviour and better nutrition in adolescents
Can elderly Latinos who have limited mobility and face elevated risks of disability dance their way to better health? A University of Illinois at Chicago researcher wants to find out. David Xavier Mar ... more
Five major fast food chains have significantly decreased trans fats in the oils they use to cook food, according to new research from the University of Minnesota School of Public Health. The latest re ... 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
Study is first to look at trans fat trends in major fast food chains MINNEAPOLIS / SAINT PAUL (July 14, 2010) – Five major fast food chains have significantly decreased trans fats in the oils they us ... more
Summer means gardening, grilling, and swimming at the pool. Summer's produce and expanded cooking options also mean the season is an opportunity to improve your eating habits. The American Diabetes A ... more
Early feeding practices can play critical role in kids' eating patterns, study suggests Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Infant and Newborn Care, Infant and Newborn Nutrition, Parenting ... 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
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
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
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced awards of $10 million to 10 national non-profit organizations to support public health efforts to reduce tobacco use and reduce obesity ... more
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced awards of $10 million to 10 national non-profit organizations to support public health efforts to reduce tobacco use and reduce obesity ... more
Did you know that over 100 million Americans have difficulty swallowing pills? With over 90% of current vitamin choices available in either pills, capsules or tablets and current non-pill options that ... more
The findings of a scientific conference examining the growing body of research and potential health benefits of S-equol were published this month in the Journal of Nutrition. Manuscripts based on pre ... more
Natural compounds in plants may protect us against unwanted inflammation. However, human nutrition researchers agree that many questions remain about exactly how these compounds, known as phytochemica ... more
The dietary supplement SE5-OH containing Natural S-equol, developed from soy, may be appropriate for women in menopause, based on results of recent clinical trials documenting its effectiveness and sa ... more
The dietary supplement SE5-OH containing Natural S-equol, developed from soy, may be appropriate for women in menopause, based on results of recent clinical trials documenting its effectiveness and sa ... 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
WebMD talks with our pediatric consultant, Stephen Parker, MD, about baby nutrition needs and getting babies off to a good start with solid foods. ... more
Good morning, everyone. We hope you are holding up during the heatwave. Our theory is that drinking something hot actually helps cool us off. So you will not be surprised to learn that we are brewing ... 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
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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced that it is inviting the public to submit comments and information to help the agency implement a new federal law that requires the posting of calo ... more
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced that it is inviting the public to submit comments and information to help the agency implement a new federal law that requires the posting of calo ... more
Analysis of TV advertising also uncovers racial gap, researchers say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Child Nutrition ... more
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Long-term supplementation with dietary antioxidants has beneficial effects on sugar and fat metabolism, blood pressure and arterial flexibility in patients with multiple cardiovascular risk factors. R ... more
Long-term supplementation with dietary antioxidants has beneficial effects on sugar and fat metabolism, blood pressure and arterial flexibility in patients with multiple cardiovascular risk factors. R ... 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
Researchers are recommending a new routine for protection against infection when percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, a tube for feeding directly through the abdominal wall, is surgically inserted in ... more
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has testified on the pending legislation to reform and reauthorize USDA's Child Nutrition Programs and Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children ... more
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that USDA has finalized tougher new standards for ground beef purchased by the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) for Federal food and nutrition assistanc ... more
Researchers at Karolinska Institutet recommends a new routine for protection against infection when percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy (PEG), a tube for feeding directly through the abdominal wall, i ... more
Celgene has acquired Abraxis BioScience in a cash-and-stock deal valued at $2.9 billion, reports FierceBiotech. Under the terms of the agreement, Celgene will gain control of Abraxane, a breast cancer ... more
Investigators have found a direct association between parenting style and the frequency of meals eaten together as a family and that an authoritative parenting style was associated with more frequent ... more
As Congress debates the future of child nutrition programs this summer, the School Nutrition Association (SNA) will help thousands of school nutrition professionals plan ahead for healthy school meals ... more
In high-risk adults with type 2 diabetes, researchers have found that two therapies may slow the progression of diabetic retinopathy, an eye disease that is the leading cause of vision loss in working ... more
Suggestions to get them to eat Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Child Nutrition ... more
Advice from a trusted beautician carries a lot of weight.Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Pages: African-American Health, Nutrition ... more
by Therese Bevers, MD Thanks to modern medicine, more people are living longer, but a longer life isn €™t always a healthier one. According to the American Cancer Society, about 77 pe ... more
At a time when consumer interest in health-enhancing foods is high, Agricultural Research Service (ARS)-funded scientists have contributed to a limited but growing body of evidence of a link between v ... more
Much of it comes from processed foods that don't taste salty, CDC experts say Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Dietary Sodium, Nutrition ... more
The nutritional situation of children in Niger has deteriorated considerably in the last 12 months, according to the results of the annual survey on child nutrition publicly released this Thursday. Th ... more
COLLEGE STATION, June 24, 2010 — Some viruses insert themselves into the host #8217;s DNA during infection in a process called retroviral integration, causing several diseases, including AIDS and can ... more
Environmental and social factors -- such poverty, obesity, lack of health insurance, and poor nutrition -- could be driving high rates of maternal mortality in New York, according to reports released ... more
Dental office a good place to offer education on kids' nutrition, researcher says Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Child Nutrition, Obesity in Children, Tooth Disorders ... more
Study found ghrelin made people crave high-calorie food more Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Hormones, Nutrition, Weight Control ... more
Using likes of Shrek and Dora to market treats should be banned, researcher says Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Toddler Nutrition ... more
Too much exercise, too little nutrition can lead to osteoporosis, fertility issues, experts warn Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Sports Fitness, Women's Health ... more
Scientists at Cincinnati Children #8217;s Hospital Medical Center have discovered that a diet with high levels of fructose – levels equivalent to that in high fructose corn syrup – and of trans fats ... more
When cost increased, consumption dropped, study found Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Nutrition ... more
And moderate to high tea consumption cuts risk of dying from the condition, study finds Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Antioxidants, Heart Diseases--Prevention, Nutrition ... more
Large analysis found regular drinkers were 39% less likely to get these malignancies Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Pages: Head and Neck Cancer, Nutrition ... 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
The Child Nutrition and WIC Reauthorization Act, 2004, requires that all school districts have a Wellness Policy if they participate in federal school meal programs. As part of the Wellness Policy, sc ... more
Jill Conklin, Director of Sales Development, USA for Winston Industries, was named the eighth recipient of the School Nutrition Association (SNA) Individual Industry Member of the Year Award. Conklin, ... more
Your skin tone and the amount of sunshine you receive #8211;in addition to what foods you eat #8211;all can influence the amount of vitamin D that your body has on hand for optimum health. In a prelim ... more
Staying in shape may bolster the metabolic profiles of college students, even in those with higher than desirable body fat percentages. In an epidemiological study, researchers at the Friedman School ... more
Diarrhea represents a major condition responsible for pediatric mortality worldwide. The onset of neonatal diarrhea may rapidly lead to life threatening dehydration and malnutrition. Clinical and epid ... more
The Natural Products Association (NPA), the nation's largest and oldest non-profit organization dedicated to the natural products industry, expressed concern about the direction of the USDA Center for ... more
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New U.S. nutritional guidelines should focus on keeping Americans from getting even fatter, experts said on Tuesday, with an emphasis not only on healthy foods but on finding ways to help Americans ea ... more
Bill Gates, co-founder of the Bill Melinda Gates Foundation, and Carlos Slim, the "Mexican telecom magnate" and founder of the Carlos Slim Institute, announced Monday that they would work with Spain ... 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
Two Latina mothers are heroes in the new comic book, Small Changes Big Results from the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University. Their quest is to create a healthier ... more
Two Latina mothers are heroes in the new comic book, Small Changes Big Results from the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University. Their quest is to create a healthier ... more
Substance in broccoli supports cancer therapy; researchers in Heidelberg publish in Cancer Research The new cancer medication sorafenib looks promising. Sorafenib is used for advanced liver and kidney ... more
Two Latina mothers are heroes in the new comic book, "Small Changes Big Results" from the Frances Payne Bolton School of Nursing at Case Western Reserve University. Their quest is to create a healthie ... more
Eating healthfully isn €™t just good for your heart, your bones, or keeping your weight down. New research shows good nutrition is also good for your eyes. ... more
The Board of Directors of the Canadian Foundation for Dietetic Research (CFDR) announced on May 27 that funding has been approved for six research grants in the 2010 annual grants program. "These res ... more
At first brush, one has to think that surely, this story is some kind of cruel joke, it can't be real. Yet if it is, this ought to scare the s**t out of every American. From zerohedge.com: Obama Begi ... more
Yesterday, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack issued the following statement regarding the House Education and Labor Committee's legislation to reauthorize the Child Nutrition Act: "I commend Chairman ... more
Now reaching epidemic proportions, diabetes has led to a significant increase in death and costly complications for approximately 26.2 million people nationwide. But diabetes expert and advocate Dr. S ... more
A study conducted by the nonprofit health research organization Altarum Institute suggests that Delaware's first-in-the-nation guidelines for nutrition and physical activity in child care are broadly ... more
A study conducted by the nonprofit health research organization Altarum Institute suggests that Delaware's first-in-the-nation guidelines for nutrition and physical activity in child care are broadly ... more
During the Women Deliver conference on Monday Melinda Gates announced that the Bill Melinda Gates Foundation "will spend $1.5 billion over the next five years on maternal and child health, family pl ... more
The Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation will devote $1.5 billion over the next five years to maternal and child health, family planning and nutrition programs in developing nations with high maternal an ... more
Contact: Christine Stencel news@nas.edu 202-334-2138 National Academy of Sciences WASHINGTON #8212; The U.S. Food and Drug Administration #8217;s abilities to discover potential threats to food safet ... more
Postmenopausal women who eat foods rich in estrogen-like plant chemicals called lignans may have a modestly decreased risk of developing breast cancer, a research review suggests.Source: Reuters Healt ... more
Chemotherapy may cause side effects that affect your appetite, taste, and digestive system. Learn to manage the most bothersome chemo side effects with simple tips from WebMD €™s nutrition expert, Ela ... more
Children who eat three or more burgers a week may be at a higher risk of asthma and wheezing, but a healthy diet rich in fruit and fish seems to stave off the risk, according to a large international ... more
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Contact: Cody Mooneyhan cmooneyhan@faseb.org 301-634-7104 Federation of American Societies for Experimental Biology New research published in the FASEB Journal suggests that Lactobacillus reuteri imme ... more
Contact: John Carberry jjc338@cornell.edu 607-255-5353 Cornell University ITHACA, N.Y. – A nutrient found in egg yolks, liver and cauliflower taken by mothers during pregnancy and nursing may offer l ... more
Study found they peddle huge amounts of sugar and fat, with few fruits and vegetables Source: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Nutrition ... more
A study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition indicates that normal dietary amounts of omega-3 fatty acids mdash; especially from fish mdash; are sufficient for reducing the ... more
If milk does the heart good, it might do the heart better if it comes from dairy cows grazed on grass instead of on feedlots, according to a new study. Source: Reuters Health Related MedlinePlus Page ... more
low skeletal muscle mass and strength is often found in obese people and older adults; it has been hypothesized that sarcopenia puts individuals at risk for developing Type 2 diabetes. To gauge the ef ... more
WebMD goes to the experts for details on the best diet for fibromyalgia, including foods to avoid and foods to help your body stay strong. We also asked about vitamins and nutrition for fibromyalgia. ... more
It's an important mealSource: HealthDay Related MedlinePlus Page: Nutrition ... more
Children are more likely to watch high levels of television if their parents do, but parents do not need to be physically active to help their children to be active, a new study has found. The paper, ... more
Contact: Heather Woolwine woolwinh@musc.edu 843-792-7669 JAMA and Archives Journals This release is available in Chinese. About 50 percent of patients with hypertension have adequate control of th ... more
Consumers who opt for organic foods often believe they are improving their health, but there is currently no strong evidence that organics bring nutrition-related health benefits, a new research revie ... more
Contact: Bridgette McNeill bridgette.mcneill@heart.org 214-706-1135 American Heart Association American Heart Association Rapid Access Journal Report Drinking fewer sugar-sweetened beverages — a lead ... more
Nutrition researchers are asking: "Who buys what foods, why, where and for how much?" The answers might surprise you. Most studies have used distance to the nearest supermarket as the best predictor o ... more
Anti-aging supplements made up of mixtures might be better than single compounds at preventing decline in physical function, according to researchers at the University of Florida #8217;s Institute on ... more
Contact: Dr. Paul Sanberg psanberg@health.usf.edu 813-974-3154 University of South Florida Health USF researchers: Early clamping may interrupt humankind #8217;s first #8216;natural stem cell transpl ... more
A comprehensive health promotion program reduced cardiovascular disease-related medical and hospital costs, according to a new study. CSX Transportation, a national company with 30,000 employees, deve ... more
New and universally applicable definitions of malnutrition are published in the current issue of Clinical Nutrition. These are the result of a major international collaboration that has been endorsed ... more
Contact: Alisa Machalek alisa.machalek@nih.gov 301-496-7301 NIH/National Institute of General Medical Sciences Approach could shed light on many complex diseases Like many complex diseases, diabetes r ... more
Participants in a workshop sponsored by the National Institutes of Health have developed guidelines on designing and evaluating clinical research studies investigating soy, representing the first guid ... more