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Germplasm accessions of St. John's wort screened for biologically active compounds

A unique collection of St. John's wort (Hypericum) curated by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists in Ames, Iowa, is providing university collaborators with genetically diverse, well-documented sources of this herb to use in studies examining its medicinal potential.

3 Apr 2010

European Commission rolls out new food security policies; Agricultural Research Conference concludes

The European Commission (EC) recently announced that it has adopted two new policy frameworks "to help developing countries address food security in emergency and long-term situations" and has called upon member nations to implement similar policies, IRIN reports.

3 Apr 2010

SE5-OH with Natural S-equol supplement appears to be safe for pre- and post-menopausal women

Healthy pre-and post-menopausal Japanese women who took a supplement of SE5-OH containing Natural S-equol, a novel soy germ-based ingredient under development for the management of menopausal symptoms, had measures of reproductive hormones that stayed within normal limits throughout the study.

3 Apr 2010

Men's Health digital edition on Apple iPad

Men's Health, the largest men's lifestyle magazine brand in the world, today announced that a digital edition of the publication designed exclusively for the Apple iPad will be available for purchase when the highly anticipated device goes on sale tomorrow. The release makes Men's Health one of the first consumer magazines to enter the iPad market.

3 Apr 2010

NEDA and Alliance panel explore ways to reduce negative effects of obesity and eating disorders

The television news and entertainment media are missing the mark when it comes to communicating realistic and helpful information about health and weight to Americans, according to an expert media panel assembled today at Pace University in New York City.

3 Apr 2010

High-protein diet safe and healthy for losing weight

From starvation diets to sauna suits, athletes in sports like mixed martial arts, wrestling and boxing often to go unhealthy extremes to meet their weight class goals.

3 Apr 2010

Cancer Prevention Coalition submits petition on imminent health hazard from hormonal meat

As reported in a March 18, New York Times editorial, "Honest Food Labels," FDA Commissioner, Margaret Hamburg, M.D., publicized letters to 17 food companies accusing them of -- "masking undesirable ingredients" -- in their products. She also emphasized the importance of "providing nutrition information that consumers can rely on."

3 Apr 2010

No doughnut hole in global mail-order pharmacy

Thanks to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act signed into law by President Obama on March 23, 2010, Medicare enrollees who enter the dreaded "doughnut hole" -- the Medicare Part D coverage gap that has made seniors responsible for all their drug costs between $2,830 and $6,440 -- will save $250 in 2010. But Betterthanmedicare.com is already saving seniors thousands of dollars, because the global mail-order pharmacy has no doughnut hole.

2 Apr 2010

Passage of health reform bill promotes clinical and community prevention plans

The passage of HR 3590, the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act, introduces important funding and provisions that could transform the nation's illness-oriented, reactive medical care model to a more proactive, wellness-oriented approach.

2 Apr 2010

Researchers identify soy peptides that inhibit fat accumulation and reduce inflammation

If you're serious about losing weight, check out recent studies done in Elvira de Mejia's University of Illinois laboratory. Her research provides insight into the way a certain type of soy protein inhibits fat accumulation and reduces inflammation.

2 Apr 2010

Amherst Dialysis staff honored with End Stage Renal Disease Patient Safety Improvement Award

Laura Simms has spent 12 hours a week receiving hemodialysis treatment since last fall, when her kidneys failed as a result of high blood pressure. The 50-year-old Monroe resident says the staff at University of Virginia Health System's Amherst Dialysis clinic have become like family to her.

2 Apr 2010

Tel Aviv University researcher finds link between cigarette smoking and IQ

"Only dopes use dope," goes the memorable warning about drugs. Now a Tel Aviv University researcher cautions that the same goes for cigarettes.

2 Apr 2010

Sunshine vitamin cures common health problems

What do obesity, heart disease, depression, diabetes, and fibromyalgia have in common? The answer is vitamin D deficiency. More than 200 million Americans lack this essential vitamin and as a result suffer from a host of daily annoyances, chronic conditions, and even life-threatening illnesses.

2 Apr 2010

APP, Fresenius Kabi and sanofi-aventis sign license and settlement agreements

Fresenius Kabi Pharmaceuticals Holding, Inc.,, the parent company of APP Pharmaceuticals, Inc., announced today that APP and other Fresenius Kabi companies have entered into license and settlement agreements with sanofi-aventis covering patents that apply to Eloxatin® (oxaliplatin injection and oxaliplatin for injection).

2 Apr 2010

Mayo Clinic introduces a reliable and easy-to-understand resource on alternative medicine

Want to find ways that may help prevent illness naturally, for a fraction of the cost of a trip to the doctor? Interested in taking control of your health with evidence-based practices that complement conventional medicine?

2 Apr 2010

ICF International awarded new contract to conduct SHPPS 2012

ICF International, a leading provider of consulting services and technology solutions to government and commercial clients, has been awarded a new contract by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion, Division of Adolescent and School Health, to conduct the School Health Policies and Practices Study 2012.

1 Apr 2010

Canadians can join Canadian Cancer Society in the fight against cancer

With the support of generous corporate partners, the Canadian Cancer Society is fighting back against cancer. This April, the Society will raise funds and awareness in partnership with companies across Canada. Supporting the companies that support the Canadian Cancer Society is another way Canadians can join the fight against cancer.

1 Apr 2010

$3.7M to be awarded in grants to help revolutionize nutrition services for older Pennsylvanians

Governor Edward G. Rendell today announced that $3.7 million in grants will be awarded to senior centers to help revolutionize nutrition services for older Pennsylvanians.

1 Apr 2010

Lifetime Television to feature XenaCare Holdings' OTC pain reliever Cobroxin

XenaCare Holdings, Inc., a company specializing in the marketing and retail distribution of consumer healthcare products, has announced today that its over-the-counter (OTC) pain reliever, Cobroxin, will be featured on a segment of The Balancing Act, a morning show that airs on the top-rated women's cable television network, Lifetime Television.

1 Apr 2010

Rudd proposes that GP’s take on care of diabetics

In a bid to ease the strain caused by diabetes on the hospitals, Australian Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd has proposed that GP’s take on care of diabetics. For every diabetes patient that a GP handles, the government will pay the doctor $1200 a year to cover day-to-day costs. Each GP will receive up to $10,800 annually based on performance.

1 Apr 2010

Nutrition News and Research

Germplasm accessions of St. John's wort screened for biologically active compounds

European Commission rolls out new food security policies; Agricultural Research Conference concludes

SE5-OH with Natural S-equol supplement appears to be safe for pre- and post-menopausal women

Men's Health digital edition on Apple iPad

NEDA and Alliance panel explore ways to reduce negative effects of obesity and eating disorders

High-protein diet safe and healthy for losing weight

Cancer Prevention Coalition submits petition on imminent health hazard from hormonal meat

No doughnut hole in global mail-order pharmacy

Passage of health reform bill promotes clinical and community prevention plans

Researchers identify soy peptides that inhibit fat accumulation and reduce inflammation

Amherst Dialysis staff honored with End Stage Renal Disease Patient Safety Improvement Award

Tel Aviv University researcher finds link between cigarette smoking and IQ

Sunshine vitamin cures common health problems

APP, Fresenius Kabi and sanofi-aventis sign license and settlement agreements

Mayo Clinic introduces a reliable and easy-to-understand resource on alternative medicine

ICF International awarded new contract to conduct SHPPS 2012

Canadians can join Canadian Cancer Society in the fight against cancer

$3.7M to be awarded in grants to help revolutionize nutrition services for older Pennsylvanians

Lifetime Television to feature XenaCare Holdings' OTC pain reliever Cobroxin

Rudd proposes that GP’s take on care of diabetics

Expanding research and clinical options for children with cancer

Examining how pain could play a direct protective role in the gut

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