Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

FAO and WHO to provide science-based guidance on food and nutrition

The FAO and the WHO have been assigned the task to provide science-based guidance on food and nutrition to national governments and the international community.

16 Sep 2009

eHealthInsurance's key questions to help women purchase health insurance plans

eHealthInsurance, the leading online source of health insurance for individuals, families and small businesses, today released a list of answers to questions frequently asked by women who call its customer care center. The customer care center includes a call center staffed with licensed insurance agents.

15 Sep 2009

The Miriam Hospital researchers study brain activity patterns

A difference in brain activity patterns may explain why some people are able to maintain a significant weight loss while others regain the weight, according to a new study by researchers with The Miriam Hospital.

15 Sep 2009

Study investigates links between acne, diet and mental health issues

Zits, pimples, bumps and blemishes are a young person's worst nightmare. Collectively they are known as acne, a very common skin condition that affects millions of adolescents. Now a Norwegian study published in the open access journal BMC Public Health has investigated the links between acne, diet and mental health issues in both males and females.

15 Sep 2009

Alvine Pharmaceuticals raises funds for Phase 2a clinical trial of its lead compound ALV003

Alvine Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a privately held biopharmaceutical company focused on developing and commercializing therapeutics for autoimmune/gastrointestinal diseases, today announced the closing of a $21.5 million extension of its Series A financing.

15 Sep 2009

New program educates parents on fun, healthy mealtime ideas

How did the simple act of eating become so difficult? Between basic nutrition, the obesity epidemic, allergies, food recalls, and chemical contaminants, feeding children a healthy diet has never been so complicated. Eat Healthy, a new program from Healthy Child Healthy World, makes it easy.

15 Sep 2009

"High Five" factors in overweight men impacts their energy and health: Building Healthier America

For overweight men ages 45 and older, the "High Five" factors of high cholesterol, high blood pressure, high blood sugar/glucose, poor diet and low testosterone may be impacting their energy and health, sabotaging efforts to lose weight, according to Building Healthier America, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to reversing the negative trends of overweight and obesity in the U.S.

15 Sep 2009

Less than five percent of employers plan to reduce health and productivity programs: IBI

Today the non-profit Integrated Benefits Institute (IBI) released a preliminary result from a survey of more than 400 employers indicating that less than five percent plan to reduce or eliminate health and productivity programs. This flies in the face of recent reports that employers are likely to eliminate wellness programs as a cost-saving measure.

15 Sep 2009

NSF International certification for COLD-FX(R)

Afexa Life Sciences Inc. ("Afexa") (TSX:FXA) today announced that COLD-FX(R) has received the highest sports certification in North America from the leading product safety and banned substances testing body for elite athletes.

15 Sep 2009

PHLI announces marketing campaign for FORZE GPS bars and drinks

PacificHealth Laboratories, Inc. (OTCBB: PHLI), a leading sports nutrition company, is pleased to announce three marketing initiatives for FORZE GPS™ bars and drinks, the first scientifically proven appetite control tools created specifically for athletes.

15 Sep 2009

Most Americans are not eating the recommended daily servings of grains

Nearly all Americans say they aren't getting the recommended amount of grains in their diet, according to a recent Grain Foods Foundation survey conducted on its behalf by Harris Interactive(R).

15 Sep 2009

MonaVie to introduce healthful fruit drink in Poland

MonaVie (www.monavie.com), a leading international nutritional beverage company, today announces that it is entering the Polish market, and will be among the first to introduce a healthful fruit drink featuring the Brazilian acai (pronounced ah-SIGH-ee) berry.

15 Sep 2009

Public health policy should stress on reduction in sodium intake

Reducing sodium intake is a major public health priority that must be acted upon by governments and nongovernmental organizations to improve population health, states an article http://www.cmaj.ca/press/cmaj090361.pdf in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal) www.cmaj.ca.

15 Sep 2009

GENova Biotherapeutics and Bridge Bioresearch sign collaboration agreement

GENova Biotherapeutics Inc. ("GENova") today announced it has signed a collaboration agreement with Bridge Bioresearch Plc. ("Bridge Bioresearch"), an international drug development and discovery company that focuses on metabolic disorders.

15 Sep 2009

Survey of American children's oral health released

While a majority of Americans rate their children's oral health as "excellent," there are clear gaps in understanding of basic oral health procedures and actual behavior.

15 Sep 2009

Dietary ingredient derived from melon relieves stress

A dietary ingredient derived from a melon rich in antioxidant superoxide dismutase enzymes has been shown to relieve stress. In a double-blind, randomised, placebo-controlled trial, published in BioMed Central's open access Nutrition Journal, researchers found that the supplement decreased the signs and symptoms of perceived stress and fatigue in healthy volunteers.

15 Sep 2009

Celebrity joins breast cancer awareness campaign

Ricardo Antonio Chavira, star of ABC's hit TV show Desperate Housewives, found himself in a role he hoped never to play again - breast cancer caregiver. The diagnosis of his two sisters in late 2008 left Chavira shocked and overwhelmed with old memories of the challenges he experienced as a caregiver to his mother.

14 Sep 2009

Multi-topic, hour-long series hosted by a cardiac surgeon premiers today

"The Dr. Oz Show," a high octane, multi-topic hour-long series hosted by trusted health expert, best-selling author, and world-renowned cardiac surgeon Dr. Mehmet Oz, premieres in syndication today (check local listings). Episodes airing during its premiere week feature two of the recently announced "Core Team Oz" guest contributors, fashion and style expert Tim Gunn ("Project Runway") and fitness specialist Bob Harper ("The Biggest Loser"). Also debuting this week as a member of Core Team Oz is "America's vet," Dr. Marty Becker, the popular author and regular veterinary contributor on ABC-TV's "Good Morning America."

14 Sep 2009

Eat healthy foods to prevent flu

As flu season grips the nation with heightened awareness of hand washing and cough covering, healthy eating is a potent prevention method getting left out in the cold.

14 Sep 2009

HRSA receives funds to train health care professionals

HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius today announced awards totaling $33 million to expand the training of health care professionals. The funds are part of the $500 million allotted to HHS’ Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to address workforce shortages under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA).

14 Sep 2009