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Case Western Reserve University researchers step up to National Institutes of Health challenge

Futuristic plans to grow replacement organs, bones or muscles for soldiers maimed on the battlefield or patients suffering from debilitating disease or injury won't be anything but science fiction unless new blood vessels can grow into that tissue

14 Oct 2009

This Halloween GOT MILK? asks children to make healthier choices

This Halloween, with the help of GOT MILK?, children across California will pledge to not be tricked into bingeing on candy and sweets on All Hallow's Eve.

12 Oct 2009

Rice consumption improves overall diet and reduces obesity and Type II diabetes

According to recent research published in the October issue of the Journal of the American Dietetic Association (JADA), eating rice helps improve overall diet and potentially reduces the risk for many chronic diseases, including obesity, cardiovascular disease and Type II diabetes.

12 Oct 2009

Eat Right America Nutrition Prescription Solution on ShopNBC

ShopNBC, the premium lifestyle brand in electronic retailing, today announced the launch of the "Eat Right America" show series on its multi-channel platform this Saturday, October 10 at 2 am, 8 am, and 3 pm ET.

12 Oct 2009

Compounds that bock nutrient-sensing receptor may impact obesity and diabetic conditions

According to new research from the Monell Center and the Mount Sinai School of Medicine, certain common herbicides and lipid-lowering fibrate drugs act in humans to block T1R3, a nutrient-sensing taste receptor also present in intestine and pancreas.

12 Oct 2009

CREON Delayed-Release Capsules improves fat absorption in patients with Cystic Fibrosis

Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced that Phase III data published in the Journal of Cystic Fibrosis showed that CREON® (pancrelipase) Delayed-Release Capsules, the most prescribed pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy (PERT) in the United States, significantly improves a key measure of fat absorption in patients with CF who suffer from exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI).

9 Oct 2009

Smart For Life launches its weight loss program on BJ's Wholesale Club's e-commerce website

Smart For Life(TM) Cookie Diet, the all-natural weight management program, announces its launch today as the only weight loss program on BJ's Wholesale Club's e-commerce website (http://www.bjs.com). Reaching out to a wider audience, Smart For Life(TM) partnered with BJ's to provide convenience and value to BJ's members searching for weight loss and healthy, lifestyle foods.

9 Oct 2009

Keep oral health in mind during Thanksgiving Day

This weekend, as your family celebrates Thanksgiving Day, it's important to keep your oral health in mind. When preparing your holiday meal, include foods that are nutritious and beneficial for your teeth and gums.

9 Oct 2009

Inclusion of vitamin D values in National Nutrient Database

The next time you run nutritionals using the government's database, you might be pleasantly surprised that some of your favorite foods seem to have received a nutrient boost, virtually overnight.

9 Oct 2009

Save the Children urges world leaders to implement global food security initiative to curb child malnutrition

Although food prices have dropped from last year's record highs, fallout from the financial crisis is driving an increasing number of children into hunger, says Save the Children.

9 Oct 2009

CHFA awards two individuals for their contributions in natural and organic products industry

The natural health and organic products industry recognized the achievements of individuals committed to the growth of the sector in an awards presentation at the Canadian Health Food Association's (CHFA), Expo East, October 2-4, 2009.

8 Oct 2009

Muscle Flex develops a strong portfolio of 'Water' related products to maintain healthy lifestyle

Muscle Flex Inc. (www.MuscleFlexInc.com) announced today that it is developing a strong portfolio of "Water" related products to market using its direct response, online ecommerce and traditional retail methods. Muscle Flex® regards "Water" as potentially the most important ingredient in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and it is estimated that as much as 75% of Americans do not drink enough good clean water.

8 Oct 2009

Researchers succeed in engineering human tissue patches from stem cells

University of Washington (UW) researchers have succeeded in engineering human tissue patches free of some problems that have stymied stem-cell repair for damaged hearts.

8 Oct 2009

Coeliac disease patients at risk of osteoporosis

People with coeliac disease may develop osteoporosis because their immune system attacks their bone tissue, a new study has shown.

8 Oct 2009

Biostar Pharmaceuticals' new drug application granted clearance for clinical trials

Biostar Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("Biostar" or "the Company"), a Xianyang-based developer, manufacturer and supplier of pharmaceutical products and medical nutrients addressing a variety of diseases and conditions, today announced that the Chinese Military Drug Administration has granted clearance to begin clinical trials on the Company's new drug application, the Zushima Analgesic Aerosol Spray.

7 Oct 2009

Low levels of ROS might protect us from diabetes, says study

We've all heard about the damage that reactive oxygen species (ROS) - aka free radicals - can do to our bodies and the sales pitches for antioxidant vitamins, skin creams or "superfoods" that can stop them. In fact, there is considerable scientific evidence that chronic ROS production within cells can contribute to human diseases, including insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.

7 Oct 2009

GNC introduces clinically tested immune defense product

GNC has announced the introduction of its latest immune health product, ViraBLOC. ViraBLOC is a clinically tested immune defense product based on patent-pending elderberry extract from HerbalScience Group and is now available nationwide through GNC.

7 Oct 2009

Pepsico's initiative to reduce obesity, joins HWCF

PepsiCo, Inc., one of the world's largest food and beverage companies, today announced that it will expand its existing efforts to help reduce obesity in the United States by joining the Healthy Weight Commitment Foundation (HWCF).

6 Oct 2009

China's State Intellectual Property Bureau grants patent for Aoxing Ganbao

Biostar Pharmaceuticals, Inc. ("Biostar" or "the Company"), a Xianyang-based developer, manufacturer and supplier of pharmaceutical products and medical nutrients addressing a variety of diseases and conditions, today announced it has received a patent from China's State Intellectual Property Bureau for its Aoxing Ganbao product. The patent number is 551073.

2 Oct 2009

FDA updates consumers on food and medical safety

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has posted on its Web site several Consumer Update videos.

1 Oct 2009

Nutrients News and Research

Case Western Reserve University researchers step up to National Institutes of Health challenge

This Halloween GOT MILK? asks children to make healthier choices

Rice consumption improves overall diet and reduces obesity and Type II diabetes

Eat Right America Nutrition Prescription Solution on ShopNBC

Compounds that bock nutrient-sensing receptor may impact obesity and diabetic conditions

CREON Delayed-Release Capsules improves fat absorption in patients with Cystic Fibrosis

Smart For Life launches its weight loss program on BJ's Wholesale Club's e-commerce website

Keep oral health in mind during Thanksgiving Day

Inclusion of vitamin D values in National Nutrient Database

Save the Children urges world leaders to implement global food security initiative to curb child malnutrition

CHFA awards two individuals for their contributions in natural and organic products industry

Muscle Flex develops a strong portfolio of 'Water' related products to maintain healthy lifestyle

Researchers succeed in engineering human tissue patches from stem cells

Coeliac disease patients at risk of osteoporosis

Biostar Pharmaceuticals' new drug application granted clearance for clinical trials

Low levels of ROS might protect us from diabetes, says study

GNC introduces clinically tested immune defense product

Pepsico's initiative to reduce obesity, joins HWCF

China's State Intellectual Property Bureau grants patent for Aoxing Ganbao

FDA updates consumers on food and medical safety

Sensing a Healthier Future

Achieving and maintaining ISO/IEC 27001 and BS 10012 certifications

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

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