Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

New nutrition product to address effects of Glycation

After an extensive on going research program, Mineral BioSciences LLC a division of Global Organics Group is proud to announce the introduction of TOTALA® Nutrients, an ingredient that promises to have a profound effect on the nutrition industry.

8 Mar 2010

LUNA Protein bar for women made with entirely natural and organic ingredients launched

LUNA®, the maker of the Whole Nutrition Bar for Women®, introduces LUNA® Protein, the first high protein bar for women made with entirely natural and organic ingredients. It is an indulgent treat that satiates hunger and helps women more easily fit protein into their diet.

8 Mar 2010

Study examines how farm-to-school programs have potential to improve children's diets

During the school day, children eat roughly one-third of their nutritional needs while at school. Besides lunch, breakfast and snacks may be served, providing ample opportunities for obesity-prevention strategies by offering more nutritious food.

8 Mar 2010

Apolo Anton Ohno partners with The Century Council to bring the Ask, Listen, Learn program to schools

The most decorated U.S. Winter Olympian in history and star of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, Apolo Anton Ohno has partnered with The Century Council and its Ask, Listen, Learn: Kids and Alcohol Don’t Mix program.

8 Mar 2010

Scientists identify EoE-associated region in human chromosome

Scientists have identified a region of a human chromosome that is associated with eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), a recently recognized allergic disease. People with EoE frequently have difficulty eating or may be allergic to one or more foods. This study further suggests that a suspected so-called master allergy gene may play a role in the development of this rare but debilitating disorder.

8 Mar 2010

Ride of a Lifetime event officially certified as new Guinness World Record

Minneapolis’ Target Center Arena was transformed into the world’s largest cycling class today with the “Ride of a Lifetime.” Hosted by Life Time Fitness, the event was officially certified as a new Guinness World Record™ by Guinness Official, Kimberly Partrick, who attended the event and made the live post-event proclamation.

7 Mar 2010

HEAL acknowledges federal government's commitment to investing in Canada's health system

The Health Action Lobby acknowledges the federal government's continued commitment to investing in Canada's health system through the Canada Health Transfer, which will increase by 6% for each of the next four years.

7 Mar 2010

Healthy communication between patients and physicians reduces medical errors

National Patient Safety Awareness Week is taking place from March 7th to the 13th. This year’s theme is all about healthy communication between patients and their physicians. The simple theme Let’s Talk: Healthy Conversations for Safer Healthcare is aimed at helping people become more involved in their own health care.

6 Mar 2010

Inability to motivate diabetics with poor control to overcome barriers inhibiting healthier lifestyles frustrates physicians

Diabetes affects approximately 8 percent of the people in the United States and adults with diabetes have heart disease death rates two to four times higher than adults without diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. A new study shows that primary care physicians believe the barriers that put patients with uncontrolled diabetes at risk for cardiovascular disease as being patient-related or system-related.

6 Mar 2010

Researchers discuss possibility of using food to prevent individual's genes from expressing disease

Personal health recommendations and diets tailored to better prevent diseases may be in our future, just by focusing on genetics.

6 Mar 2010

PCRM: Nutrition professionals need to use Power Plate graphic as healthful alternative to USDA Food Pyramid

Fill your plate with fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and legumes each day to keep the doctor away, say doctors and dietitians with the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine. The nonprofit organization is running a full-page advertisement in March's Today's Dietitian urging nutrition professionals to use its new Power Plate graphic as a healthful alternative to the USDA Food Pyramid.

6 Mar 2010

Governor Rendell recognizes the value of good nutrition and regular exercise in promoting good health

Governor Edward G. Rendell recognizes the value of good nutrition and regular exercise in promoting good health as he proclaims March 8-12 Older Pennsylvanians' Nutrition Awareness Week.

6 Mar 2010

Increased risk of colorectal cancer associated with obesity may be restricted to tumors that have no MSI

The increased risk of colorectal cancer associated with obesity may be largely restricted to tumors that have no or low microsatellite instability (MSI), a common condition in most colorectal cancers, according to a new study published online March 8 in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.

6 Mar 2010

Study shows clear link between Vitamin D levels and accumulation of fat in muscle tissue

There's an epidemic in progress, and it has nothing to do with the flu. A ground-breaking study published in the March 2010 Journal of Clinical Endocrinology and Metabolism found an astonishing 59 per cent of study subjects had too little Vitamin D in their blood. Nearly a quarter of the group had serious deficiencies (less than 20 ng/ml) of this important vitamin.

6 Mar 2010

Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation launch 'Collaborative Leadership Program' to improve childcare

The Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation today announced the launch of the second phase of "Growing Up Healthy: Kids and Communities," a 10-year grantmaking initiative that began in 2006.

6 Mar 2010

Community prevention and wellness initiatives: HHS announces availability of $10M ARRA funds

National organizations will have a key role in building a healthier nation as part of the new U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Communities Putting Prevention to Work initiative. HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced a funding opportunity for national public or private non-profit organizations to apply for $10 million in cooperative agreements to help communities decrease smoking and obesity, increase physical activity and improve nutrition.

6 Mar 2010

Inpatient integrative medicine program can have significant impact on pain: Study

Non-traditional therapies relieve pain among a wide range of hospitalized patients as much as 50 percent, according to a first-of-a-kind study in the Journal of Patient Safety.

6 Mar 2010

Closing small bowel stomas: Minimal delay optimal

It is generally recommended that a temporary stoma be closed within 9-12 wk after its construction. However, because some patients poorly tolerate the temporary stoma owing to extracellular dehydration, difficult pouch fitting, parenteral nutrition requirement in cases when the stoma is very proximal, and psychological or social impact, it might be advisable to opt for early closure.

6 Mar 2010

Investigators disprove reports that well-fed children are more vulnerable to dengue virus

A new study led by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital investigators disproves reports that well-fed children are more vulnerable to the dengue virus. Mosquitoes spread the virus, which can cause severe flu-like symptoms and sometimes lethal complications.

5 Mar 2010

'Had Sex': Different perceptions

When people say they "had sex," what transpired is anyone's guess. A new study from the Kinsey Institute at Indiana University found that no uniform consensus existed when a representative sample of 18- to 96-year-olds was asked what the term meant to them.

5 Mar 2010

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

New nutrition product to address effects of Glycation

LUNA Protein bar for women made with entirely natural and organic ingredients launched

Study examines how farm-to-school programs have potential to improve children's diets

Apolo Anton Ohno partners with The Century Council to bring the Ask, Listen, Learn program to schools

Scientists identify EoE-associated region in human chromosome

Ride of a Lifetime event officially certified as new Guinness World Record

HEAL acknowledges federal government's commitment to investing in Canada's health system

Healthy communication between patients and physicians reduces medical errors

Inability to motivate diabetics with poor control to overcome barriers inhibiting healthier lifestyles frustrates physicians

Researchers discuss possibility of using food to prevent individual's genes from expressing disease

PCRM: Nutrition professionals need to use Power Plate graphic as healthful alternative to USDA Food Pyramid

Governor Rendell recognizes the value of good nutrition and regular exercise in promoting good health

Increased risk of colorectal cancer associated with obesity may be restricted to tumors that have no MSI

Study shows clear link between Vitamin D levels and accumulation of fat in muscle tissue

Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation launch 'Collaborative Leadership Program' to improve childcare

Community prevention and wellness initiatives: HHS announces availability of $10M ARRA funds

Inpatient integrative medicine program can have significant impact on pain: Study

Closing small bowel stomas: Minimal delay optimal

Investigators disprove reports that well-fed children are more vulnerable to dengue virus

'Had Sex': Different perceptions

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Professor Nancy Ip: Pioneering New Paths in Neurodegenerative Therapy

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