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Resveratrol counteracts exercise benefits in older men

In older men, a natural antioxidant compound found in red grapes and other plants -- called resveratrol -- blocks many of the cardiovascular benefits of exercise, according to research published today [22 July 2013] in The Journal of Physiology.

22 Jul 2013

FDA gives tentative approval to Perrigo's ANDA for generic version of Prandin Tablets

Perrigo Company today announced that it has received tentative approval from the U.S. Food & Drug Administration for its abbreviated new drug application for repaglinide tablets, the generic equivalent to Prandin Tablets (repaglinide tablets).

20 Jul 2013

Study shows that eating more eggs is not associated with high serum cholesterol in adolescents

Although in the late 20th century it was maintained that eating more than two eggs a week could increase cholesterol, in recent years experts have begun to refute this myth. Now, a new study has found that eating more eggs is not associated with higher serum cholesterol in adolescents, regardless of how much physical activity they do.

19 Jul 2013

Nearly half of individuals with moderate kidney disease have medication resistant hypertension

More than 50% of individuals with moderate kidney disease have hypertension that is resistant to medications, and those who are black or have a larger waist circumference, diabetes, or a history of heart attacks or strokes are at highest risk, according to a study appearing in an upcoming issue of the Clinical Journal of the American Society of Nephrology (CJASN).

19 Jul 2013

Study examines relationship between religious practices and obesity among Indian immigrants

Asian Indians are one of the fastest growing ethnic groups in the United States, and roughly half a million people of Indian ancestry live in California - more than any other state. Individuals from this group are strongly predisposed to obesity-related conditions such as diabetes and heart disease, due in large part to physical inactivity, diets low in fruit and vegetables, and insulin resistance.

19 Jul 2013

Study leads to new approach for treatment of aortic valve stenosis

A study conducted by the team of Dr. Jean-Claude Tardif, Director of the Research Centre at the Montreal Heart Institute, has led to the discovery of a new approach to treat aortic valve stenosis through the administration of a compound that prevents valve deterioration and can even reverse the progression of the disease.

19 Jul 2013

Researchers identify genetic cause of severe obesity

Researchers at Boston Children's Hospital have identified a genetic cause of severe obesity that, though rare, raises new questions about weight gain and energy use in the general obese population. The research, published in the journal Science on July 19, involved genetic surveys of several groups of obese humans and experiments in mice.

19 Jul 2013

Bausch + Lomb obtains option to license MIM-D3 for treatment of dry eye syndrome

Bausch + Lomb, the global eye health company, and Mimetogen Pharmaceuticals Inc. today announced that Bausch + Lomb has acquired an option to license an investigational compound currently in Phase 2 development for the treatment of dry eye syndrome, a condition that affects millions of people worldwide.

19 Jul 2013

Research: Vegetarian athletes can stay competitive with balanced plant-base diets

A balanced plant-based diet provides the same quality of fuel for athletes as a meat-based diet, provided vegetarians seek out other sources of certain nutrients that are more commonly found in animal products, according to a presentation at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting & Expo.

18 Jul 2013

Few tips to keep in mind while fasting

Ramadan is a time for people of the Muslim faith to reflect, refocus and retrain themselves in an effort to draw nearer to God. It is a month of self-training, self-discipline and self-control.

18 Jul 2013

Vitamin D-deficient older individuals are more likely to struggle with everyday tasks

Chevy Chase, MD-Vitamin D-deficient older individuals are more likely to struggle with everyday tasks such as dressing or climbing stairs, according to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (JCEM).

18 Jul 2013

Penn researchers determine link between personality types and hot-spice preferences

Certain aspects of an individual's personality may be a determining factor in whether they like their food plain and bland or spicy and hot, according to research presented at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Food Expo-.

18 Jul 2013

International standard heart disease treatment offered at Vejthani Hospital Bangkok

Vejthani Hospital Bangkok offers the international standard heart disease treatment, the ways to relieve your pain at Vejthani Heart Center. We provide not only full range of medical services but also high experience specialists to give you the best recommendation to heal your heart.

17 Jul 2013

People at risk for Alzheimer's disease take steps to prevent dementia

People who found out they carried an uncommon genetic risk for Alzheimer's disease did not experience more anxiety, depression or distress than non-carriers, and were more active in efforts to reduce their risk of Alzheimer's disease - by exercising, eating a healthy diet and taking recommended vitamins and medications - report researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania today at the 2013 Alzheimer's Association International Conference (AAIC).

17 Jul 2013

The more you chew, the more energy you retain

Almonds may still be considered one of the highest energy food sources but it's not about how much you bite off, instead it's about how much you chew, according to a July 14 panel discussion at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists Annual Meeting & Food Expo- held at McCormick Place.

17 Jul 2013

Health benefits of short-chain fructooliogosaccharides

A new presentation today at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Expo in Chicago- focused on the health benefits of short-chain fructooliogosaccharides (scFOS), which are low-calorie, non-digestible carbohydrates that can improve food taste and texture while aiding immunity, bone health and the growth and balance of important bacteria in the digestive track.

17 Jul 2013

Study shows environmental conditions have stronger influence on human microbiome

Environmental conditions have a much stronger influence on the mix of microbes living in various parts of your body than does competition between species. Instead of excluding each other, microbes that fiercely compete for similar resources are more likely to cohabit the same individual.

17 Jul 2013

Diet low in fish, seafood can cause nutrition gap of omega-3 fatty acids in children and adults

Because of a diet low in fish and seafood, children and adults in North America and other parts of the world, have a "nutrition gap" of omega-3 fatty acids, particularly docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA),according to a presentation at the 2013 Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) Annual Meeting & Expo in Chicago-.

17 Jul 2013

Women who gain weight during pregnancy are more likely to give birth to heavier babies

Moms-to-be who gain too much weight early into their pregnancy are nearly three times as likely to give birth to bigger and fatter babies, warns a University of Alberta researcher.

17 Jul 2013

Research: Eating modest amount of walnuts can protect against prostate cancer

New research from the School of Medicine at The University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio indicates that eating a modest amount of walnuts can protect against prostate cancer.

17 Jul 2013

Diet News and Research

Latest Diet News and Research

Resveratrol counteracts exercise benefits in older men

FDA gives tentative approval to Perrigo's ANDA for generic version of Prandin Tablets

Study shows that eating more eggs is not associated with high serum cholesterol in adolescents

Nearly half of individuals with moderate kidney disease have medication resistant hypertension

Study examines relationship between religious practices and obesity among Indian immigrants

Study leads to new approach for treatment of aortic valve stenosis

Researchers identify genetic cause of severe obesity

Bausch + Lomb obtains option to license MIM-D3 for treatment of dry eye syndrome

Research: Vegetarian athletes can stay competitive with balanced plant-base diets

Few tips to keep in mind while fasting

Vitamin D-deficient older individuals are more likely to struggle with everyday tasks

Penn researchers determine link between personality types and hot-spice preferences

International standard heart disease treatment offered at Vejthani Hospital Bangkok

People at risk for Alzheimer's disease take steps to prevent dementia

The more you chew, the more energy you retain

Health benefits of short-chain fructooliogosaccharides

Study shows environmental conditions have stronger influence on human microbiome

Diet low in fish, seafood can cause nutrition gap of omega-3 fatty acids in children and adults

Women who gain weight during pregnancy are more likely to give birth to heavier babies

Research: Eating modest amount of walnuts can protect against prostate cancer

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