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Health benefits of aerobics can be greatly affected by what you eat after exercise

Many of the health benefits of aerobic exercise are due to the most recent exercise session (rather than weeks, months and even years of exercise training), and the nature of these benefits can be greatly affected by the food we eat afterwards, according to a study published in the Journal of Applied Physiology (http://jap.physiology.org).

29 Jan 2010

Extensive gap exists between primary care practice and obesity care

Using combined and intensive treatments and restructuring care to treat obesity like other chronic diseases may help primary care clinicians and patients better address the condition, according to a commentary and three articles published in the January 25 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine, one of the JAMA/Archives journals.

27 Jan 2010

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals presents data on multiple therapeutic programs at RNAi Symposium

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a leading RNAi therapeutics company, today announced that it presented data from multiple pre-clinical and clinical programs at the “RNA Silencing: Mechanism, Biology, and Application” Keystone Symposium held January 14-19, 2010 in Keystone, Colorado. Alnylam and its collaborators presented data from Alnylam’s therapeutic programs including transthyretin (TTR)-mediated amyloidosis and Huntington’s disease, as well as new data on delivery approaches for the systemic delivery of RNAi therapeutics.

20 Jan 2010

Eating strategies can reduce cell damage and enhance sports performance

For a week Ms Gravina evaluated players from the first two Athletic teams (Superleague and National League), in order to observe their eating habits and where they could improve.

19 Jan 2010

Need for further studies on clinical characteristics of Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma

Incidence of intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma (ICC) is increasing worldwide and its prognosis is very poor. Thus, further studies on its clinical characteristics for early detection and on surgical treatment for better prognosis are urgently needed.

18 Jan 2010

European Society of Cardiology warns public about risk factors involved in obesity, diabetes and hypertension

Following the sudden death yesterday of the former French government minister Philippe Séguin, who suffered a fatal heart attack, aged 66, the European Society of Cardiology is warning the public of the dangers of leaving risk factors such as hyperlipidemia, hypertension or diabetes untreated. Other major risk factors for coronary artery disease are smoking or being overweight.

9 Jan 2010

Key mechanism for systemic delivery of RNAi therapeutics using LNPs discovered

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a leading RNAi therapeutics company, announced today that it has discovered a key mechanism related to the systemic delivery of RNAi therapeutics using lipid nanoparticles (LNPs). The new pre-clinical research was presented at the “Advances in Biopharmaceuticals” Keystone Symposium held January 8-13, 2010 in Midway, Utah, and was performed in collaboration with scientists at the Max Planck Institute of Molecular Cell Biology and Genetics.

9 Jan 2010

Scientists identify gene underlying a disease that causes temporary paralysis of skeletal muscle

Scientists have identified a gene underlying a disease that causes temporary paralysis of skeletal muscle. The finding, they say, illustrates how investigations of rare genetic diseases can drive insights into more common ones.

8 Jan 2010

LIVESTRONGTM.COM compiles tools to help users maintain healthy living

Each year, millions of people designate January 1 as the day they are going to make a change. Stop smoking. Save money. Exercise regularly. Whatever the pledge, countless Americans try—and frequently fail—to make changes in their lives. Most start strong, but by February have all but abandoned their newfound goals.

7 Jan 2010

Balanced diet and exercise are the only reliable ways to lose weight

It's time to set the record straight. The only reliable way to lose weight is to eat less or exercise more. Preferably both.

7 Jan 2010

H-TRIO launches new, all-natural whey protein powder

Canadian owned, Calgary-based H-TRIO™ INCORPORATED, makers of the H3O4U™ line of nutritional products, announces the launch of TRIO PRO™ a superior, all-natural whey protein powder. The product stands as a smart alternative to protein products traditionally formulated for the body-building market.

6 Jan 2010

Study reveals molecular mechanism that could lead to new approach in treating obesity

Mayo researchers collaborating with investigators at the University of Iowa, University of Connecticut and New York University (NYU) have discovered a molecular mechanism that controls energy expenditure in muscles and helps determine body weight. Researchers say this could lead to a new medical approach in treating obesity.

5 Jan 2010

GIVI scientists discover anti-HIV molecule that enhances infection, reduces transmission

Scientists at the Gladstone Institute of Virology and Immunology (GIVI) have discovered a new agent that might inhibit the infectivity of HIV. The agent, surfen, impairs the action of a factor in semen that greatly enhances the viral infection.

5 Jan 2010

Dr. Ken Hopper of LifeSynch offers simple tips toward achieving New Year's weight loss resolution

It's that time of year. Gyms will be flooded with people ready to step on a treadmill. Grocery carts will be filled with fruits and vegetables instead of frozen pizza and chips. People will enter the New Year resolved to lose weight. But surveys show that most people don't keep this resolution.

31 Dec 2009

Study suggests genetic variations predispose African-Americans to diabetes

For years, scientists have tried to determine the basis for discrepancies between race and the predisposition for development of diseases such as type II diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Could factors such as differences in lifestyle or access to health care play a role, or is there something else in play?

29 Dec 2009

Nutrient-rich foods for weight loss

For the majority of Americans who are unhappy with their weight at any given moment, the New Year brings mixed emotions: the renewed resolution to shed pounds and the challenge of learning how to eat right to reach those goals.

29 Dec 2009

Intervention strategy brings positive changes in type 2 diabetic patients

South Dakota State University research showed an intervention strategy based on the Native American spiritual concept of the Medicine Wheel brought positive changes for diabetics.

24 Dec 2009

Tips to achieve fitness and weight loss goals

More than 100 million Americans made New Year resolutions for 2009, and four out of five were not able to stick with them, according to the third annual Franklin Covey New Year’s Resolution survey released in January 2009.

23 Dec 2009

Mannatech patent infringement: U.S. Judge grants injunction against Green Life and Xiong Lo

Mannatech, Incorporated, a global pioneer in the development of high-quality health, weight and fitness, and skin care solutions based on nutritional science, obtained a judgment finding that Green Life, LLC (Green Life), and Xiong Lo (Lo) infringed Mannatech patents (U.S. Patents 6,929,807; 7,157,431; 7,196,064; 7,199,104; and 7,202,220).

18 Dec 2009

DrNatura provides tips to maintain healthy figure during this holiday season

The holiday season is now in full gear. Along with it comes added stress and, for many, added inches to their waistlines. But the holidays don't need to automatically mean weight gain. Lynn Hardy, N.D., C.N.C., of DrNatura, the global leader in the field of natural wellness and colon cleanse products, provides these tips to maintain a healthy figure this season.

18 Dec 2009

Carbohydrate News and Research

Latest Carbohydrate News and Research

Health benefits of aerobics can be greatly affected by what you eat after exercise

Extensive gap exists between primary care practice and obesity care

Alnylam Pharmaceuticals presents data on multiple therapeutic programs at RNAi Symposium

Eating strategies can reduce cell damage and enhance sports performance

Need for further studies on clinical characteristics of Intrahepatic Cholangiocarcinoma

European Society of Cardiology warns public about risk factors involved in obesity, diabetes and hypertension

Key mechanism for systemic delivery of RNAi therapeutics using LNPs discovered

Scientists identify gene underlying a disease that causes temporary paralysis of skeletal muscle

LIVESTRONGTM.COM compiles tools to help users maintain healthy living

Balanced diet and exercise are the only reliable ways to lose weight

H-TRIO launches new, all-natural whey protein powder

Study reveals molecular mechanism that could lead to new approach in treating obesity

GIVI scientists discover anti-HIV molecule that enhances infection, reduces transmission

Dr. Ken Hopper of LifeSynch offers simple tips toward achieving New Year's weight loss resolution

Study suggests genetic variations predispose African-Americans to diabetes

Nutrient-rich foods for weight loss

Intervention strategy brings positive changes in type 2 diabetic patients

Tips to achieve fitness and weight loss goals

Mannatech patent infringement: U.S. Judge grants injunction against Green Life and Xiong Lo

DrNatura provides tips to maintain healthy figure during this holiday season

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

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