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Researchers use fruit fly model for diabetes research

As rates of obesity, diabetes, and related disorders have reached epidemic proportions in the US in recent years, scientists are working from many angles to pinpoint the causes and contributing factors involved in this public health crisis. While sedentary lifestyles and diets high in sugar and fat contribute significantly to the rise in diabetes rates, genetic factors may make some people more vulnerable than others to developing diabetes.

4 Nov 2009

Reduced VEGF can lead to degeneration of retina

Scientists at Schepens Eye Research Institute have found that when the eye is missing a diffusible form of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF), i.e. one that when secreted can reach other cells at a distance, the retina shows defects similar to "dry" macular degeneration, also called geographic atrophy (GA).

4 Nov 2009

VEGF from the retinal pigment epithelium to the choriocapillaris leads to degeneration of the CC, study finds

2 Nov 2009

High sodium diet and artificially sweetened soda linked to kidney function decline

Individuals who consume a diet high in sodium or artificially sweetened drinks are more likely to experience a decline in kidney function, according to two papers being presented at the American Society of Nephrology's annual meeting in San Diego, California.

2 Nov 2009

Johns Hopkins researchers find life in blood-starved retinas; shed light on vision loss

Like all tissues in the body, the eye needs a healthy blood supply to function properly. Poorly developed blood vessels can lead to visual impairment or even blindness. While many of the molecules involved in guiding the development of the intricate blood vessel architecture are known, only now are we learning how these molecules work and how they might affect sight.

31 Oct 2009

Replenish+ delays the progression of AIDS in HIV-infected patients not receiving ART

Data presented today from a 310 patient, 52 week, double-blind, controlled clinical trial demonstrates that a micronutrient supplement, Replenish+™ delays the progression of AIDS in HIV-infected patients not receiving antiretroviral treatment (ART).

31 Oct 2009

Individualized MicroNutrient Testing for patients

In response to the current trend toward personalized medicine, the Beaumont Weight Control Center, affiliated with Beaumont Hospitals, a major Detroit-area health system, now offers individualized MicroNutrient Testing for patients.

31 Oct 2009

Study: HSP inhibitor could stop tumor formation and extend survival

Like yoga for office drones, cells do have coping strategies for stress. Heat, lack of nutrients, oxygen radicals - all can wreak havoc on the delicate internal components of a cell, potentially damaging it beyond repair. Proteins called HSPs (heat shock proteins) allow cells to survive stress-induced damage. Scientists have long studied how HSPs work in order to harness their therapeutic potential.

30 Oct 2009

Majority of consumers say food scoring system would influence their purchasing decisions

Grocery shoppers in a new study report that a one to 100-point food rating system would help them choose what goes into their carts.

30 Oct 2009

CIRM awards Salk Institute $10.8M grant to develop stem-cell based therapy for Lou Gehrig's Disease

The Salk Institute has been awarded a $10.8 million grant by the California Institute for Regenerative Medicine (CIRM) for translational research focusing on developing a novel stem-cell based therapy for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) - or Lou Gehrig's Disease.

29 Oct 2009

Natural, aspartame-free, multi-vitamins for children

Parents want to make sure their children are getting the nutrients they need to grow and thrive but sometimes it's easier said than done. According to a recent Leger Marketing survey of Canadians parents with children between the ages of three to 12 conducted on behalf of Jamieson Laboratories, almost sixty per cent of parents say their children are picky eaters with the same percentage of parents concerned their children aren't getting the proper nutrients they need for growth and development.(1)

27 Oct 2009

New data demonstrates CREON Delayed-Release Capsules improve fat absorption in adults with EPI

Solvay Pharmaceuticals, Inc. announced that new data demonstrate that CREON®( )(pancrelipase) Delayed-Release Capsules significantly improves a key measure of fat absorption in adults with exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (EPI) due to chronic pancreatitis (CP) or pancreatic surgery.

27 Oct 2009

Obama Administration applauded for highlighting importance of offering dairy products in schools

The International Dairy Foods Association applauded Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and the Obama Administration for highlighting the importance of offering more low fat milk and dairy products in schools.

24 Oct 2009

Smart for Life Cookie Diet program helps people to keep weight off

Brooke Webb Masten, featured in Smart for Life broadcast advertising, has maintained her 105-pound weight loss and reached her 3-year milestone. She continues her success by eating Smart for Life cookies, shakes, soups and muffins as well as an exercise routine.

24 Oct 2009

H.R. 3790 wins praises in Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Association of Medical Suppliers and the American Association for Homecare praised a bipartisan bill in Congress, H.R. 3790, to eliminate the misguided and deeply flawed "competitive" bidding program for durable medical equipment and services in Medicare. The bidding process in this controversial program began on October 21 in the Pittsburgh metropolitan statistical areas and seven other MSAs across the U.S.

23 Oct 2009

Bill eliminating the flawed medical equipment bidding process in the Riverside-San Bernardino area lauded

The California Association of Medical Product Suppliers and the American Association for Homecare praised a bipartisan bill in Congress, H.R. 3790, to eliminate the misguided and deeply flawed "competitive" bidding program for durable medical equipment and services in Medicare.

23 Oct 2009

Texas and U.S. homecare groups praise bipartisan bill; say bidding program may reduce quality patient care

The Texas Alliance for Home Care Services and the American Association for Homecare praised a bipartisan bill in Congress, H.R. 3790, to eliminate the deeply flawed "competitive" bidding program for durable medical equipment and services in Medicare.

23 Oct 2009

H.R. 3790 to reduce Medicare spending; preserve access to quality care

The Ohio Association of Medical Equipment Services and the American Association for Homecare praised a bipartisan bill in Congress, H.R. 3790, to eliminate the misguided, flawed "competitive" bidding program for durable medical equipment and services in Medicare.

22 Oct 2009

PacificGMP selected by ArmaGen Technologies to produce its proprietary protein for a Phase 1 clinical trial

PacificGMP, the leader in single-use bioprocessing for development and manufacturing for its client partners, announced that ArmaGen Technologies has selected it to produce its proprietary protein for a Phase 1 clinical trial.

22 Oct 2009

Eat healthy food to keep bacteria in the gut healthy

Healthy eating, not supplements, is the best way to keep the good bacteria in your gut healthy, says a dietitian and researcher.

22 Oct 2009

Nutrients News and Research

Researchers use fruit fly model for diabetes research

Reduced VEGF can lead to degeneration of retina

VEGF from the retinal pigment epithelium to the choriocapillaris leads to degeneration of the CC, study finds

High sodium diet and artificially sweetened soda linked to kidney function decline

Johns Hopkins researchers find life in blood-starved retinas; shed light on vision loss

Replenish+ delays the progression of AIDS in HIV-infected patients not receiving ART

Individualized MicroNutrient Testing for patients

Study: HSP inhibitor could stop tumor formation and extend survival

Majority of consumers say food scoring system would influence their purchasing decisions

CIRM awards Salk Institute $10.8M grant to develop stem-cell based therapy for Lou Gehrig's Disease

Natural, aspartame-free, multi-vitamins for children

New data demonstrates CREON Delayed-Release Capsules improve fat absorption in adults with EPI

Obama Administration applauded for highlighting importance of offering dairy products in schools

Smart for Life Cookie Diet program helps people to keep weight off

H.R. 3790 wins praises in Pennsylvania

Bill eliminating the flawed medical equipment bidding process in the Riverside-San Bernardino area lauded

Texas and U.S. homecare groups praise bipartisan bill; say bidding program may reduce quality patient care

H.R. 3790 to reduce Medicare spending; preserve access to quality care

PacificGMP selected by ArmaGen Technologies to produce its proprietary protein for a Phase 1 clinical trial

Eat healthy food to keep bacteria in the gut healthy

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