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Low-carbohydrate diet reduces inflammation in patients with type 2 diabetes

A low-carbohydrate diet, but not a low-fat diet, reduces inflammation in patients with type 2 diabetes, according to research at Linköping University in Sweden.

8 May 2014

New research focuses on using wheat fiber to lower cholesterol and prevent development of heart disease

The saying, "we are what we eat," has never been more true. Nutritionists increasingly emphasize that the nutrients in the foods we consume can potentially create health and reduce disease.

7 May 2014

AstraZeneca’s EPANOVA receives FDA approval for treatment of adults with hypertriglyceridemia

AstraZeneca today announced the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved EPANOVA (omega-3-carboxylic acids) as an adjunct to diet to reduce triglyceride levels in adults with severe hypertriglyceridemia (triglyceride levels greater than or equal to 500 mg/dL).

7 May 2014

Obese teens are likely to suffer nutritional deficiencies, says study

A new study exposes the risk of nutritional deficiencies in severely obese teens - both those who had weight loss surgery and those who did not.

5 May 2014

ViSalus reports top line sales growth of $57.4M in first quarter 2014

ViSalus, the weight-loss and fitness company known for its mission of Challenging the world…10 lbs. at a time through the PROJECT 10™ Challenge, today announced first quarter 2014 sales of $57.4 million.

2 May 2014

14th Plymouth Symposium focuses on issues relating to obesity, diabetes and metabolic syndrome

The 14th Plymouth Symposium on obesity, diabetes and metabolic syndrome, 'Diabesity', will take place at the Plymouth Postgraduate Medical Centre at Derriford Hospital, Plymouth, UK, on 22nd May 2014.

2 May 2014

New mobile apps to help manage chronic pain patients

Mobile medicine is helping chronic pain patients cope with and manage their condition thanks to new smartphone apps, which can track patients from a distance and monitor pain, mood, physical activity, drug side effects, and treatment compliance.

2 May 2014

Second Genome, Pfizer partner to conduct microbiome research to gain new insights into obesity

Second Genome announced today that it has entered into an agreement with Pfizer Inc. to conduct extensive microbiome research in a large observational study aimed at gaining new insights into obesity and metabolic disease.

2 May 2014

FitLife Brands reports record revenue of $6.3M in first quarter 2014

FitLife Brands, Inc., an international provider of innovative and proprietary nutritional supplements for health conscious consumers marketed under the brand names NDS Nutrition Products™ (NDS), PMD®, SirenLabs® and CoreActive® today announced financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2014.

30 Apr 2014

Free educational event for patients with Graves' disease and thyroid eye disease

The Massachusetts Eye and Ear and the Graves' Disease & Thyroid Foundation will host a free educational event for patients living with Graves' disease and thyroid eye disease on Saturday, May 10 from 8:30 a.m. to noon at Mass. Eye and Ear's Meltzer Auditorium, 3rd floor, 243 Charles Street, Boston, Mass., 02114.

30 Apr 2014

Information technology can help dieters integrate healthy behavior changes into their daily lives

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), 69 percent of adults in the United States are currently overweight or obese, which puts these individuals at increased risk for chronic health problems.

30 Apr 2014

Report focuses on behavioral issues linked with patients' self-management of type 2 diabetes

Clinical Therapeutics features a special report in its April issue focusing primarily on the behavioral issues associated with patients' self-management of type 2 diabetes.

29 Apr 2014

Girls labeled fat at age 10 are more likely to be obese at 19, say researchers

Girls who are told by a parent, sibling, friend, classmate or teacher that they are too fat at age 10 are more likely to be obese at age 19, a new study by UCLA psychologists shows.

29 Apr 2014

Highlights from April 2014 issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter

Here are highlights from the April issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter.

26 Apr 2014

Community-based structured weight loss program improves diabetes symptoms

Weight loss and control of blood sugar can reduce the risk of complications in patients with diabetes but this is difficult for many to achieve. A University of California, San Diego School of Medicine randomized controlled trial of obese adults with type 2 diabetes suggests that participants enrolled in a community-based structured weight loss program are able to shed more pounds, improve blood sugar control and reduce or eliminate insulin use and other medications compared to a control group.

25 Apr 2014

Glaucoma drug may help reverse obesity-related vision loss in women

An inexpensive glaucoma drug, when added to a weight loss plan, can improve vision for women with a disorder called idiopathic intracranial hypertension (IIH), according to a study funded by the National Institutes of Health.

23 Apr 2014

Bile acids could be a new target for treating obesity and diabetes, say researchers

Bariatric surgery has positive effects not only on weight loss but also on diabetes and heart disease. Researchers at the Sahlgrenska Academy and University of Cincinnati have shown that the health benefits are not caused by a reduction in the stomach size but by increased levels of bile acids in the blood.

23 Apr 2014

Lifespan receives 2013 "Best Practice" award for improving employees’ health

The New England Employee Benefits Council named Lifespan, Rhode Island's largest health system, as a recipient of the 2013 "Best Practice" award, presented annually to the companies exhibiting novel, innovative, and impactful strategies in employee benefits.

22 Apr 2014

Weight Watchers chooses Wieden+Kennedy to redefine its brand strategy

Weight Watchers International, Inc. (NYSE: WTW) today announced that Wieden+Kennedy has been selected in the U.S. to take the lead in redefining the brand, building the brand strategy and developing creative ideas to be executed across channels.

22 Apr 2014

First MRI scan shows 'brown fat' in living adult can help fight diabetes

The first MRI scan to show 'brown fat' in a living adult could prove to be an essential step towards a new wave of therapies to aid the fight against diabetes and obesity.

17 Apr 2014

Weight Loss News and Research

Latest Weight Loss News and Research

Low-carbohydrate diet reduces inflammation in patients with type 2 diabetes

New research focuses on using wheat fiber to lower cholesterol and prevent development of heart disease

AstraZeneca’s EPANOVA receives FDA approval for treatment of adults with hypertriglyceridemia

Obese teens are likely to suffer nutritional deficiencies, says study

ViSalus reports top line sales growth of $57.4M in first quarter 2014

14th Plymouth Symposium focuses on issues relating to obesity, diabetes and metabolic syndrome

New mobile apps to help manage chronic pain patients

Second Genome, Pfizer partner to conduct microbiome research to gain new insights into obesity

FitLife Brands reports record revenue of $6.3M in first quarter 2014

Free educational event for patients with Graves' disease and thyroid eye disease

Information technology can help dieters integrate healthy behavior changes into their daily lives

Report focuses on behavioral issues linked with patients' self-management of type 2 diabetes

Girls labeled fat at age 10 are more likely to be obese at 19, say researchers

Highlights from April 2014 issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter

Community-based structured weight loss program improves diabetes symptoms

Glaucoma drug may help reverse obesity-related vision loss in women

Bile acids could be a new target for treating obesity and diabetes, say researchers

Lifespan receives 2013 "Best Practice" award for improving employees’ health

Weight Watchers chooses Wieden+Kennedy to redefine its brand strategy

First MRI scan shows 'brown fat' in living adult can help fight diabetes

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