Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Mediterranean diet lowers levels of markers for inflammation and coagulation which have been linked to heart disease

“The benefits of this diet are very well known, but the mechanism is not well understood. We believe this is the first time it has been reported that the potential mechanism goes through the inflammation process,” said Demosthenes B. Panagiotakos, MSc, PhD with Harokopio University in Athens, Greece.

7 Jul 2004

Kiwi fruit appears to be a significant food allergen capable of causing severe reactions

A new University of Southampton study concludes that kiwi fruit appears to be a significant food allergen capable of causing severe reactions, particularly in young children with other allergic reactions.

7 Jul 2004

First study to examine the probability of obesity in preschoolers according to their mother’s weight early in her pregnancy

Maternal obesity in early pregnancy more than doubles a child’s risk of obesity at 2 to 4 years of age, according to an article by a researcher at Mathematica Policy Research, Inc., published in the July issue of Pediatrics.

7 Jul 2004

Convincing evidence that at dietary levels, the estrogens found in soy do not stimulate cell growth and other markers for cancer risk

New research in monkeys suggests that a diet high in the natural plant estrogens found in soy does not increase the risk of breast or uterine cancer in postmenopausal women.

7 Jul 2004

Public health messages addressing obesity may increase eating disorders

Public health messages aimed at addressing the “obesity epidemic” risk creating yet another rationale for women to lose weight dangerously and the issue may in fact increase eating disorders, according to research from The University of Auckland, New Zealand.

5 Jul 2004

Healthy fats and oils essential to satisfy calorie-conscious consumers

Reacting to the obesity epidemic, food consumers have stirred a global health revolution and are increasingly demanding healthier oils and fats.

4 Jul 2004

Selenium found in brazil nuts, fish, meat and eggs helps our immune system defend the body against viruses

A Food Standards Agency funded study suggests that selenium, a trace element found in food, helps our immune system defend the body against viruses.

2 Jul 2004

Serious medical consequences of smoking, obesity, excessive alcohol consumption and sexually transmitted disease require decisive leadership

The Royal College of Physicians’ response to the consultation document ‘Choosing Health?’ says that the serious medical consequences of smoking, obesity, excessive alcohol consumption and sexually transmitted disease require decisive leadership and action by Government.

2 Jul 2004

One in three Americans born today is predicted to develop diabetes as a consequence of obesity

One in three Americans born today is predicted to develop diabetes as a consequence of obesity, according to a new report by the International Diabetes Federation and the International Obesity Task Force.

2 Jul 2004

Red and processed meats, sweets and desserts may increase risk of stroke

“Western” diets consisting of red and processed meats, refined grains, sweets and desserts may be associated with a greater risk of stroke

2 Jul 2004

Omega-3's - fatty acids, can be produced in bioengineered plants

Long-chain omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 LC-PUFAs) have benefits regarding cardiovascular and inflammatory function, certain types of cancer, and maternal and infant health, according to recent peer-reviewed studies.

2 Jul 2004

Celiac disease may affect 3 million Americans, ten times higher than previous estimates

Celiac disease is considerably under-diagnosed, according to an independent consensus panel convened this week by the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

1 Jul 2004

Increased consumption of artificial sweeteners and of high-calorie beverages is not the sole cause of obesity, but it may be a contributing factor

Choosing a diet soft drink over a regular, sugar-packed beverage may not be the best way to fight obesity, according to new research from Purdue University.

1 Jul 2004

New educational campaign on celiac disease

The Children's Digestive Health and Nutrition Foundation (CDHNF) with the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology and Nutrition (NASPGHAN) today announced the launch of a new educational campaign on celiac disease

30 Jun 2004

Aspartame in foods and beverages can help with weight loss and long-term control of body weight

Contrary to the hypothesis of two Purdue University researchers just published in the International Journal of Obesity, several studies have shown that the use of aspartame in foods and beverages can help with weight loss and long-term control of body weight and does not increase hunger or food intake in children or adults.

30 Jun 2004

Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Latest Diet & Nutrition News and Research

Mediterranean diet lowers levels of markers for inflammation and coagulation which have been linked to heart disease

Kiwi fruit appears to be a significant food allergen capable of causing severe reactions

First study to examine the probability of obesity in preschoolers according to their mother’s weight early in her pregnancy

Convincing evidence that at dietary levels, the estrogens found in soy do not stimulate cell growth and other markers for cancer risk

Public health messages addressing obesity may increase eating disorders

Healthy fats and oils essential to satisfy calorie-conscious consumers

Selenium found in brazil nuts, fish, meat and eggs helps our immune system defend the body against viruses

Serious medical consequences of smoking, obesity, excessive alcohol consumption and sexually transmitted disease require decisive leadership

One in three Americans born today is predicted to develop diabetes as a consequence of obesity

Red and processed meats, sweets and desserts may increase risk of stroke

Omega-3's - fatty acids, can be produced in bioengineered plants

Celiac disease may affect 3 million Americans, ten times higher than previous estimates

Increased consumption of artificial sweeteners and of high-calorie beverages is not the sole cause of obesity, but it may be a contributing factor

New educational campaign on celiac disease

Aspartame in foods and beverages can help with weight loss and long-term control of body weight

Confirmation of what we all suspected, electronic gaming is making kids fat

Why lost weight returns after dieting

Women delay AIDS with vitamins B, C and E

Geneticists have closed in on the genetic basis for risk factors of metabolic diseases

U-M scientists say Wnt protein prevents obesity by inhibiting fat cell development

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